Post-treatment and Emissions Engineering
About our Post-treatment and Emissions Engineering
Aftertreatment and Emissions Engineering (Euro 5/5+, OBD, catalysts)
addresses the advanced development of systems for the efficient reduction of pollutants in aeronautical engines and ground vehicles, integrating OBD technologies, selective catalysts, and particulate filtration. Its approach includes real-world emissions cycle analysis using OBD devices and advanced computational modeling with CFD and statistical methods to optimize catalytic conversion under Euro 5/5+ requirements. This program involves critical areas such as reactive flow dynamics, characterization of catalytic materials, and fluid mechanics applied to exhaust systems, with specific regulatory strategies for emissions and standardized diagnostics.
The laboratory provides capabilities for HIL/SIL testing oriented to emissions monitoring and control systems, advanced instrumentation for real-time data acquisition, and acoustic and vibration tests that ensure functional integrity under extreme conditions. Traceability is aligned with applicable international regulations and environmental safety standards, ensuring compliance with current certifications. Trained professionals will be able to perform specialized technical roles such as aftertreatment systems engineer, emissions analyst, environmental certification officer, and quality manager in the aeronautical and automotive industries.
Post-treatment and Emissions Engineering
- Format:
- Duration:
- Time: 1900 H
- Practices: Consult
- Language:
- Credits:
- Registration date: 24-08-2026
- Start date: 18-10-2026
- Available places: 3
3,800 $
Skills and results
What you will learn
- Analyze Euro 5/5+, OBD and catalysts in aftertreatment systems for emissions reduction.
- Size aftertreatment systems, catalytic converters and particulate filters with FE.
- Implement field diagnostics and emissions validation (laboratory and on-road testing) to ensure compliance with Euro 5/5+ and OBD.
2. Experience in Rotor Modeling and Performance
- Analyze flap–lag–torsion couplings, whirl flutter, and fatigue in rotor and blade models to determine stability and service life.
- Size laminates in composites and blade joints and bonded joints with FE to optimize stiffness, resonances, and durability.
- Implement damage tolerance and NDT (UT/RT/thermography) in the inspection and certification of rotor integrity.
3. Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)
You will learn to integrate the entire product development process, from model conception to final validation, applying user-centered methodologies. You will develop competencies in parametric design, ergonomics, simulation, sustainable materials, 3D visualization, and manufacturing management, ensuring efficient, safe solutions aligned with current industry standards.
4. Master's Degree in Emission After-treatment Engineering: Euro 5/5+, OBD, Catalysts
- Analyze principles and architecture of emissions aftertreatment for Euro 5/5+, OBD and catalysts (DOC/DPF/SCR) with a focus on performance, regulatory compliance and emissions control.
- Size the integration of catalysts, DPF, SCR and OBD sensors with FE to optimize flow rates, temperatures and durability.
- Implement on-board diagnostics (OBD) and aftertreatment maintenance, ensuring Euro 5/5+ compliance and NDT (UT/RT/thermography) for inspection of substrates, piping and critical components.
5. Expert Engineering in Emissions After-treatment: Euro 5/5+, OBD, Catalysts
- Analyze the architecture of aftertreatment emissions and its interaction with Euro 5/5+, OBD and catalysts (DPF, SCR and oxidation converters), including sensors, thermal management and regeneration strategies.
- Size DPF, catalysts and SCR systems, considering gas flow rates, temperatures, exhaust backpressure and service life; evaluate performance, pressure drops and potential degradation by contaminants, supported by simulation and testing.
- Implement control and diagnostics (OBD) for compliance, covering fault detection, monitoring of catalyst and DPF efficiency, controlled regeneration, and urea dosing calibration in SCR, as well as maintenance plans and regulatory compliance.
6. Expert Engineering in After-treatment and Emissions: Euro 5/5+, OBD, Catalysts
Master’s Engineering in Aftertreatment and Emissions: Euro 5/5+, OBD, Catalysts
- Understand the fundamentals of exhaust gas aftertreatment systems, including catalysts, particulate filters, and SCR systems.
- Analyze Euro 5/5+ regulations and the OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) system, identifying emissions requirements and diagnostic methods.
- Evaluate the operation of three-way catalysts, diesel oxidation catalysts (DOC), and selective catalytic reduction (SCR) catalysts in terms of efficiency and durability.
- Study emissions measurement and analysis techniques, including the use of gas analyzers and test benches.
- Master the concepts of design and optimization of aftertreatment systems, considering factors such as temperature, pressure, and exhaust gas composition.
- Investigate emerging technologies in the aftertreatment field, such as next-generation catalysts and advanced emissions control systems.
- Apply simulation and modeling tools to predict the performance of aftertreatment systems and optimize their design.
- Identify common failures in aftertreatment systems and develop diagnostic and repair strategies.
- Learn about waste management and recycling of aftertreatment components.
- Understand future trends in emissions regulation and the development of aftertreatment technologies.
Who this program is for:
Post-treatment and Emissions Engineering
- Graduates in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical, Industrial, Automation or related fields.
- Professionals from rotorcraft/eVTOL OEMs, MRO, consulting, technology centers.
- Flight Test, certification, avionics, control and dynamics professionals seeking specialization in aftertreatment and emissions systems, including catalysts and compliance with Euro 5/5+ and OBD regulations.
- Engineers developing engines and exhaust systems who wish to deepen their knowledge in emissions reduction technologies.
- Regulators/authorities and profiles in UAM/eVTOL who require competencies in compliance, specifically regarding emissions and regulatory compliance.
Recommended requirements: Basic knowledge in thermodynamics, heat transfer and combustion chemistry; understanding of on-board diagnostic systems (OBD); ES/EN B2+/C1. We offer bridging tracks if you need them to cover possible gaps in your prior knowledge.
- Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the very first module.
- Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor test bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
- Master’s thesis oriented to evidence: safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
- Industry mentoring: instructors with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
- Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
- Ethics and safety: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
1.1 Aftertreatment in marine engines: key concepts and system architecture
1.2 Euro 5/5+ for naval propulsion and OBD compliance: certification and testing
1.3 Aftertreatment technologies: catalysts, SCR, particulate filters and EGR
1.4 Sensor and control integration in aftertreatment: monitoring, diagnostics and predictive maintenance
1.5 Design for maintainability and modular changes: quick maintenance and module swaps
1.6 Environmental and economic assessment: LCA/LCC of aftertreatment systems on vessels
1.7 Data, MBSE and PLM for change control in aftertreatment systems
1.8 Technological risks and readiness: TRL/CRL/SRL for aftertreatment
1.9 Intellectual property, certifications and time-to-market of Euro 5/5+ solutions
1.10 Case study: go/no-go with risk matrix for selection and implementation of aftertreatment
2.1 Overview of Naval Engineering and Emissions: fundamentals of aftertreatment, Euro 5/5+ requirements, OBD and catalysts
2.2 Regulations and certifications for marine engines: Euro 5/5+, MARPOL Annex VI, OBD and emissions compliance
2.3 Aftertreatment architectures in naval propulsion systems: DOC, DPF, SCR, sensors and integration with propulsion systems
2.4 Performance and emissions modeling and simulation in naval engines: engine dynamics and emissions prediction
2.5 Advanced aftertreatment engineering: optimization strategies, regeneration control and reliability
2.6 Design for maintainability and modular swaps in aftertreatment: predictive maintenance, diagnostics and modular replacement
2.7 LCA/LCC assessment in naval aftertreatment and emissions: environmental footprint and life cycle cost
2.8 Integration of aftertreatment with propulsion networks and ship energy systems
2.9 Testing, calibration and verification of OBD and sensors in naval systems
2.10 Case study: go/no-go with risk matrix for aftertreatment and emissions implementation in fleets
3.1 Fundamentals of rotor modeling: geometry, boundary conditions and key parameters
3.2 Rotor aerodynamics: boundary layer theory, induction and efficiency
3.3 Modeling methods: Blade Element Momentum (BEM), rotor dynamics and basic CFD
3.4 Aerodynamic performance: thrust, power, coefficients and performance curves
3.5 Rotational dynamics: vibrations, natural modes and stability
3.6 Load and stress distribution on blades
3.7 Modeling of advance effects, with and without synchronization
3.8 Experimental validation: test bench and flight tests
3.9 Integration with flight control: state estimation and predictive control
3.10 Case studies: rotor design and analysis for different flight profiles
4.1 Mastery of Aftertreatment Engineering
4.2 Euro 5/5+ and OBD: requirements and architecture
4.3 Catalysts and their behavior in naval systems
4.4 Emissions aftertreatment: DOC, DPF, SCR
4.5 Modeling of chemical transformations in exhaust
4.6 Performance and service life of aftertreatment systems
4.7 Integration with onboard electronics and sensors
4.8 Diagnostics and predictive maintenance techniques
4.9 Regulatory compliance, auditing and traceability (Euro 5/5+, OBD)
4.10 Case study: design and validation of an aftertreatment system for a vessel
5.1 Fundamental Principles of Emissions Aftertreatment Engineering: Euro 5/5+ Regulations
5.2 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) Systems and their Impact on Emissions Control
5.3 Catalysts: Design, Operation and Types (TWC, DOC, SCR)
5.4 Engine Design Optimization for Emissions Reduction
5.5 Failure Analysis and Diagnostics in Aftertreatment Systems
5.6 Testing and Validation Methodologies in Compliance with Euro 5/5+
5.7 Software and Calibration for Emissions Control
5.8 Aftertreatment System Design for Different Vehicle Types
5.9 Impact of Fuels on Aftertreatment System Performance
5.10 Future Trends in Aftertreatment and Emissions Engineering
6.1 Helicopter and Rotorcraft Design and Aerodynamics
6.2 Environmental Regulations and Maritime Legislation
6.3 Propulsion Systems: Marine Engines and Energy Efficiency
6.4 Emissions Reduction: Technologies and Strategies
6.5 Alternative Fuels and Naval Sustainability
6.6 Modeling and Simulation of Propulsion Systems
6.7 Emissions Aftertreatment System Design
6.8 Onboard Emissions Monitoring and Control
6.9 Waste Management and Regulatory Compliance
6.10 Case Study: Implementation of Clean Technologies on Vessels
7.1 Fundamentals of Euro 7/7+ Regulations: History and Evolution
7.2 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) Systems: Principles and Operation
7.3 Catalysts: Types, Design and Performance
7.4 Sensors and Actuators in Aftertreatment Systems
7.5 Key System Components: Particulate Filters, SCR
7.6 Control Strategies for Emissions Reduction
7.7 Homologation and Compliance Testing
7.8 Simulation and Modeling of Aftertreatment Systems
7.9 Common Failures and Troubleshooting in Euro 7/7+ Systems
7.10 Future Trends in Emissions Engineering: Euro 6, Euro 7
8.1 Fundamentals of Rotor Aerodynamics: Actuator disk theory, blade element analysis.
8.2 Numerical Modeling of Rotors: CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) and BEM (Blade Element Momentum).
8.3 Rotor Performance Analysis: Efficiency, lift, drag and required power.
8.4 Blade Design and Optimization: Airfoil profiles, geometry and material selection.
8.5 Rotor Flow Simulation: Rotor-stator interaction, wake effects.
8.6 Rotor Noise Modeling: Noise sources, mitigation and analysis.
8.7 Rotor Dynamics: Vibrations, stability and control.
8.8 Specific Rotor Applications: Helicopters, wind turbines and drones.
8.9 Rotor Control System Design and Analysis: Control systems and actuators.
8.10 Case Studies: Performance analysis and optimization of rotors in real scenarios.
9.1 Introduction to Euro 5/5+ Regulations and their Impact on Marine Engines
9.2 Principles of Catalyst Operation in Marine Systems
9.3 Catalyst Design and Selection for Emissions Reduction
9.4 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) Systems in Marine Environments
9.5 Aftertreatment Optimization Strategies
9.6 Common Failures and Solutions in Aftertreatment Systems
9.7 Catalyst Performance Testing and Validation
9.8 Applications of Aftertreatment Engineering in the Naval Industry
9.9 Preventive and Corrective Maintenance of Aftertreatment Systems
9.10 Case Studies: Implementation of Euro 5/5+ Technologies on Vessels
10.1 Principles of combustion and pollutant formation
10.2 Global emissions regulations: background and evolution
10.3 Test cycles and emissions measurement: WLTP, NEDC, etc.
10.4 Engine management systems: basic concepts
10.5 Key sensors and actuators in emissions control systems
10.6 Environmental impact of vehicle emissions
10.7 Fundamentals of catalysis and pollutant reduction
10.8 Introduction to on-board diagnostics (OBD)
10.9 Future trends in emissions regulation
10.10 Case study: Analysis of emissions legislation in the EU and the US
- Hands-on methodology: test-before-you-trust, design reviews, failure analysis, compliance evidence.
- Software (according to licenses/partners): MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), OpenVSP, SU2/OpenFOAM, Nastran/Abaqus, AMESim/Modelica, acoustics tools, DO-178C planning toolchains.
- SEIUM Laboratories: scale rotor test bench, vibration/acoustics, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL for AFCS, data acquisition with strain gauging.
- Standards and compliance: EN 9100, 17025, ISO 27001, GDPR.
Capstone-type projects
Admissions, fees and scholarships
- Profile: Background in Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields; practical experience in NLP and information retrieval systems is valued.
- Documentation: Updated CV, academic transcripts, SOP/purpose essay, project or code examples (optional).
- Process: application → technical evaluation of profile and experience → technical interview → review of practical cases → final decision → enrollment.
- Fees:
- Single payment: 10% discount.
- Payment in 3 installments: no fees; 30% upon enrollment + 2 equal monthly payments of the remaining 35%.
- Monthly payment: available with a 7% commission on the total; annual review.
- Scholarships: based on academic merit, economic situation, and promotion of inclusion; agreements with industry companies for partial or full scholarships.
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F. A. Q
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, we hold international certification.
Yes: experimental models, real data, applied simulations, professional environments, real case studies.
It is not mandatory. We offer leveling tracks and tutoring.
Completely. It covers e-propulsion, integration, and emerging regulations (SC-VTOL).
Recommended. There are also internal challenges and consortia.