This book explains the background and technical details of ETCS in an understandable way, going beyond easily accessible information.

The most important topics:

• Introduction to ETCS, its history, stakeholders, governance, benefits
• Concepts and functionality, including levels, modes, operational scenarios
• Constituents and interfaces, on the track and on the train
• Use in projects, testing, certification, training, and commissioning

Developed by a working group of the Institution of Railway Signal Engineering (IRSE) and based on the experience of a large number of engineers, ETCS for Engineers is a reference work for this technology.

The target audience includes students and young professionals (including those who wish to obtain IRSE qualifications), signal and other engineers, as well as management and consultants.

Available as printed version with pdf e-book included or as an e-book.

ETCS for Engineers

2nd edition May 2026, Editor: Ian Mitchell, 232 pages, Hardcover, language: English, ISBN: 978-3-96245-271-1, Print with e-book inside €89 incl. German VAT, plus shipping charges. Also available as an e-book only.

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