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Postgraduate Diploma in Applied K&C and Vehicle Measurements

Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Applied K&C and Vehicle Measurements. 8 modules covering ISO 8855, SAE J670 and Adams Car. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

Duration800 h
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Interpret kinematics and compliance tests and metrics.

02

Analyse the effect of compliance on vehicle behaviour.

03

Instrument vehicles for dynamic measurement.

04

Design and carry out track measurements.

05

Correlate multibody models with measured data.

06

Apply K&C results to vehicle development.

07

Manage the quality and uncertainty of tests.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Vehicle dynamics engineer looking to specialise in Applied K&C and Vehicle Measurements.
  • Test engineer looking to specialise in Applied K&C and Vehicle Measurements.
  • Instrumentation engineer looking to specialise in Applied K&C and Vehicle Measurements.
  • Suspension engineer looking to specialise in Applied K&C and Vehicle Measurements.
  • Multibody simulation engineer looking to specialise in Applied K&C and Vehicle Measurements.
  • Chassis development engineer looking to specialise in Applied K&C and Vehicle Measurements.
  • Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter motorsport.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • ISO 8855
  • SAE J670
  • ISO 4138
  • ISO 7401
  • ISO 19364
  • ISO/IEC 17025
  • ISO/IEC Guide 98-3
Syllabus

8 modules · 800 h

  1. 1.1Kinematics versus compliance
  2. 1.2K&C bench set-up
  3. 1.3Parallel bump tests
  4. 1.4Roll tests
  5. 1.5Lateral force tests
  6. 1.6Longitudinal force tests
  7. 1.7Self-aligning moment tests
  8. 1.8Steering tests
  9. 1.9Standard K&C metrics
  10. 1.10Case study: interpreting a K&C report
  1. 2.1Bush stiffness
  2. 2.2Deformation of arms and uprights
  3. 2.3Steer and camber under lateral force
  4. 2.4Compliance under braking
  5. 2.5Steering compliance
  6. 2.6Chassis stiffness
  7. 2.7Effect of ball joints and connections
  8. 2.8Influence on stability
  9. 2.9Design to minimise compliance
  10. 2.10Practice: compliance model with FEA
  1. 3.1Displacement sensors
  2. 3.2Load cells in push-rods
  3. 3.3Six-component wheel dynamometers
  4. 3.4Slip angle sensors
  5. 3.5High-frequency GPS and IMU
  6. 3.6Laser height measurement
  7. 3.7Data synchronisation
  8. 3.8Sensor calibration
  9. 3.9Installation on a competition vehicle
  10. 3.10Laboratory: calibrating a push-rod load cell
  1. 4.1Track test design
  2. 4.2Steady-state constant-radius manoeuvres
  3. 4.3Transient lane-change manoeuvres
  4. 4.4Braking and traction tests
  5. 4.5Repeatability and conditions
  6. 4.6Data processing
  7. 4.7Tyre force estimation
  8. 4.8Comparison with bench K&C
  9. 4.9Measurement report
  10. 4.10Practice: steady-state circle manoeuvre
  1. 5.1Building multibody models
  2. 5.2Stiffness tuning
  3. 5.3K&C model validation
  4. 5.4Correlation with track data
  5. 5.5Correlation indicators
  6. 5.6Sources of discrepancy
  7. 5.7Model updating
  8. 5.8Use in the simulator
  9. 5.9Version management
  10. 5.10Case study: model correlation in Adams Car
  1. 6.1K&C targets by category
  2. 6.2Vehicle benchmarking
  3. 6.3Design improvements
  4. 6.4Bush selection
  5. 6.5Steering optimisation
  6. 6.6Impact on the driver
  7. 6.7Development plan
  8. 6.8Cost and timelines
  9. 6.9Lessons learned log
  10. 6.10Case study: K&C benchmarking of two vehicles
  1. 7.1Standardised test procedures
  2. 7.2Measurement uncertainty
  3. 7.3Calibration traceability
  4. 7.4Data management
  5. 7.5Test safety
  6. 7.6Laboratory accreditation
  7. 7.7Communicating results
  8. 7.8Quality audits
  9. 7.9Continuous process improvement cycle
  10. 7.10Workshop: estimating measurement uncertainty
  1. 8.1Vehicle definition
  2. 8.2K&C test plan
  3. 8.3Instrumentation plan
  4. 8.4Track measurements
  5. 8.5Vehicle multibody model
  6. 8.6Test and model correlation
  7. 8.7Improvement proposals
  8. 8.8Writing the technical report
  9. 8.9Dissertation and presentation
  10. 8.10Final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

Fully 100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine study with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Adams Car, MATLAB, MoTeC i2 Pro, Abaqus, VI-CarRealTime, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real K&C bench test procedures, instrumented track measurements and multibody model correlation. Assessment is continuous per module, plus the final integrating project.

Accreditation-ready laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with a rotor test rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-focused final project:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry mentoring:lecturers with experience in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible study mode(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:safety-by-design approach, ciber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Vehicle definition

Interpret kinematics and compliance tests and metrics.

K&C test plan

Analyse the effect of compliance on vehicle behaviour.

Instrumentation plan

Instrument vehicles for dynamic measurement.

Track measurements

Design and carry out track measurements.

Vehicle multibody model

Correlate multibody models with measured data.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Vehicle dynamics engineerTest engineerInstrumentation engineerSuspension engineerMultibody simulation engineerChassis development engineer
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. A university degree is not required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient level of Spanish to follow technical standards documentation.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme totals 800 hours, spread over 6 to 8 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours per week on average, compatible with a full-time job.

You will work with Adams Car, MATLAB, MoTeC i2 Pro, Abaqus and VI-CarRealTime. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor will indicate the free alternative where one exists.

A SEIUM diploma upon passing continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or diploma in the same area are credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit recognition policy when enrolling.

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