Join us for the autumn event of the Talent Expertise Development Platform
We are pleased to announce the autumn meeting of the Talent Expertise Development Platform and its Training Centres Network, scheduled to take place on October 29th and 30th, 2024, in Valencia, Spain. Hosted at the kind invitation of ADIF’s Technological Training Centre (ATTC), this event promises to be an enriching experience for all participants.
About the Event:
The Talent Expertise Development Platform (TEDP) fosters continuous learning and innovation within the railway training sector. Convening biannually, TEDP meetings provide a unique space for members to connect, share valuable insights, and stay ahead of the curve on the latest advancements in rail training.
This autumn’s gathering will place a specific focus on digital transformation within railway training. Through collaborative discussions and presentations, we aim to unearth innovative approaches and best practices that empower training organizations to embrace the full potential of digital learning technologies.
Key Features of the Event:
- Interactive Workshops: Engage in discussions on training technologies, training facilities, and more.
- Technical Visits: Explore ATTC’s cutting-edge training facilities, traffic control simulation, immersive classroom, and VR infrastructure maintenance simulation, etc.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry peers and exchange ideas.
Programme
(CET time: UTC+1)
ADIF’s Technological Training Centre (ATTC)
Address: Camino Molino de las Fuentes s/n. Valencia 46026
Station: Valencia-Fuente San Luis
Monday 28 October
Meeting point:
Valencia Nord Station Hall from 13.30 to 13.45h.
Transport to ATTC by commuter train C6 line 13.50h
(optional: for participants will depart from the Valencia Nord Station Hall by public transport)
14.00-17.00 TEDP Working Groups: TCN, EIR, Railway Talent
17.00-17.30 Coffee break and networking session
20.00 Dinner - El Rodamón de Russafa
Calle Sueca, 47
46006 Valencia - Spain
Tuesday 29th October
ADIF’s Technological Training Centre (ATTC)
Address: Camino Molino de las Fuentes s/n. Valencia 46026: http://goo.gl/iFLPsK
Station: Valencia-Fuente San Luis
Meeting point:
Valencia Nord Station Hall from 08.00 to 08.20h.
Transport to ATTC by commuter train C6 line 08.25h
08.45-09.00 Registration
09.00-09.30 Opening
- Welcome by UIC and ADIF
- Presentation of ADIF’s training and ATTC
Workshop I: Digital transformation in railway training (15 min per presentation)
09.30-10.00 Part I
- Training cycle management (MyTraining app) - ADIF
- Immersive learning – ADIF
10.00-10.15 Coffee break
10.15-11.15 Part II
- Railway Traffic Control Training Simulator – ADIF
- VR Railway Infrastructure Training Simulator – ADIF
- Railway Driving Training Simulator – RENFE
11.15-13.00 Technical visit I: Software training simulators (3 groups/sessions)
- Traffic control simulation
- Immersive classroom
- VR infrastructure maintenance simulation
13.00-14.00 Lunch at ATTC
14.00-15.00 Technical visit II: ATTC Guided Tour
- Training facilities
- Hyflex classrooms (include short presentation and demo)
- Hardware simulators
15:00-16:30 Feedback from the 28th October TEDP meetings
- UIC TEDP Working groups studies presentation (Training Centres Network, Railway Talent, Education, Innovation and Research)
- UIC TEDP Major events (WCRT, Hackathon)
- Round table
16.30-17.00 Coffee and networking session
17.00-17.15 Free time
17.15 Departure from ATTC to Valencia Nord
17.30-19.00 City visit: Valencia downtown
20.00 Dinner at Valencia city - Helen Berger Hotel Restaurant
Comedias, 22 46003 Valencia
https://maps.app.goo.gl/BRwKwXbqH8VeTBvk6
Wednesday 30th October
ADIF’s Technological Training Centre (ATTC)
Address: Camino Molino de las Fuentes s/n. Valencia 46026: http://goo.gl/iFLPsK
Station: Valencia-Fuente San Luis
09.30-10.45 Workshop II: Railway Training Facilities - Challenges and Opportunities
- SZ Slovenian Railways
- SNCF Université de l’ingénerie
- Roundtable and brainstorming session
10.45-11.00 Coffee break
11.00-12.00 Technical Visit III
- Railway Traffic Control Centre (ADIF)
- Railway Driving Training Simulator (RENFE)
12.00-12.30 Final round table & Closing
12.30–13.30 Lunch at ATTC
Optional city visit: Albufera Lake Natural Park
13.45 Visit to Albufera Lake Natural Park and transfer to airport
16.00 Arrive to airport
Registration
Registration for the main event is now closed. Only online participants may still register for one of our three working group meetings.
As the three working group meetings will be happening simultaneously, we kindly ask you to select only one working group to attend.
Join Our Working Groups
We invite you to extend your engagement beyond the event by joining our platform’s working groups. Collaborate with peers on ongoing initiatives and contribute with your expertise to shape the future of rail talent development.
Explore the three working groups:
- Training Centres Network: https://uic.org/expertise-development-training/railway-training-centres-network/
- Talent: https://uic.org/expertise-development-training/railway-talents/
- Education, Innovation and Research: https://uic.org/expertise-development-training/education-innovation-and-research/
Join us on Monday 28 October in the afternoon for this collaborative effort and register. As the three working group meetings will be happening simultaneously, we kindly ask you to select only one working group to attend.
Hotel Info
It is suggested to choose a hotel near Valencia Nord Station, where there are more alternatives for public transport and hotels.
It is only one stop to get to ADIF´s Training Centre (located at Valencia Fuente de San Luis railway zone) by commuter train.
Public Transport Info
Airport
https://www.aena.es/en/valencia.html
Two underground lines from airport to city: numbers 3 and 5. Schedule from 05.27 am to 23.57 pm. (about 30 minutes from airport to Xativa stop):
https://www.metrovalencia.es/en/check-maps/
https://www.metrovalencia.es/en/timetables-journeys/
ATTC (ADIF’s Technological Training Centre)
Three commuter lines C3, C5 and C6 (Valencia-FSL is first stop from Valencia Nord station just near Xativa underground stop). https://www.renfe.com/es/en/suburban/suburban-valencia/timetables
Valencia Tourist Card 72 hours
Include urban and airport transportation
https://www.visitvalencia.com/en/shop/valencia-tourist-card/valencia-tourist-card