Course on telescopic and alternative suspensions
About our
Telescopic and Alternative Suspension Course
Explore the design, operation, and maintenance of suspension systems in vehicles. Analyze the theory and practice of telescopic suspensions, including their structure, components, and adjustments. Compare them with alternative systems, evaluating advantages and disadvantages. Focus on the application of diagnostic and repair techniques, using specific tools and equipment. Address aspects of vehicle dynamics related to suspension, optimizing performance and safety.
The course offers practical training through the analysis of different types of suspensions, the assembly and disassembly of components, and the simulation of real-world situations. Topics covered include damping, springs, and suspension geometry. It prepares students for roles such as suspension specialists, automotive mechanics, and suspension system designers, with a focus on road safety and customer satisfaction.
Course on telescopic and alternative suspensions
- Format: Hybrid
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 3
799 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. **Expert Mastery of Telescopic and Alternative Suspension Systems: Analysis, Diagnosis, and Advanced Repair**
## What Will You Learn?
1. **Expert Mastery of Telescopic and Alternative Suspension Systems: Analysis, Diagnosis, and Advanced Repair**
* Analyze **flap-lag-torsion**, **whirl flutter**, and **fatigue** couplings.
* Dimension laminates in **composites**, joints, and *bonded joints* using FE.
* Implement **damage tolerance** and **NDT** (UT/RT/thermography).
2. **Rotor Performance Optimization: Modeling, Simulation, and Performance Evaluation**
- Master the analysis of aeroelasticity in rotors, including the modeling and simulation of critical phenomena such as flap-lag-torsion couplings, whirl flutter, and the evaluation of structural fatigue.
- Acquire advanced skills in the design and dimensioning of rotor structures made of composite materials, applying finite element (FE) analysis techniques to optimize the strength and durability of laminates, structural joints, and bonded joints.
- Learn to apply damage tolerance methodologies to evaluate damage propagation in rotor structures, and become familiar with non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques such as ultrasonic testing (UT), radiography (RT), and thermography for inspection and fault diagnosis.
3. Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)
You will learn to integrate the entire product development process, from initial model conception to final validation, applying user-centered methodologies. You will develop skills in parametric design, ergonomics, simulation, sustainable materials, 3D visualization, and manufacturing management, ensuring efficient, safe solutions that meet current industry standards.
4. **Comprehensive Suspension Evaluation: Advanced Techniques in Telescopic and Alternative Systems**
- In-depth Dissection of Suspension Systems: You will understand the architecture and operation of telescopic forks and alternative systems.
- Mastery of Finite Element Analysis (FEA): You will learn to simulate the structural behavior of suspension systems, identifying critical points and optimizing the design.
- Fluid Dynamics Evaluation: You will explore oil flow within shock absorbers, optimizing performance and responsiveness.
- Analysis of Materials and Manufacturing Processes: You will learn about the properties of materials used in suspension systems and manufacturing processes, including forging, machining, and heat treatment.
- Advanced Diagnostics and Repair: You will acquire the skills to identify and troubleshoot common problems in suspension systems, including leaks, wear, and structural failures.
- Implementation of Tests and Measurements: You will learn to perform tests and measurements to evaluate the performance of suspension systems, using tools such as dynamometers.
and displacement sensors.
Understanding regulations and standards: You will become familiar with the regulations and standards relevant to the design, manufacture, and maintenance of suspension systems.
Optimizing performance: You will learn how to adjust and optimize suspension systems for different applications and conditions of use, including on-road driving, off-roading, and racing.
5. **Master's Degree in Suspension: Design, Analysis and Optimization of Telescopic and Alternative Systems**
- Suspension System Design: Fundamentals and Applications
- Analysis of Telescopic Systems: Kinematics and Dynamics
- Suspension System Optimization: Methods and Tools
- Modeling and Simulation of Suspension Systems with Specialized Software
- Evaluation of Suspension System Performance in Different Environments
- Advanced Materials in Suspension Systems: Selection and Characterization
- Suspension System Control: Technologies and Strategies
- Failure Analysis and Maintenance of Suspension Systems
- Design and Analysis of Alternative Suspension Systems
- Research and Development in Suspension Systems: Trends and Future
6. **Deep Suspension Diving: Detailed Study and Troubleshooting in Telescopic and Alternative Systems**
- Master the analysis of vibration modes and complex dynamics of suspension systems, including flap-lag-torsion effects.
- Understand and solve problems related to whirl flutter, a critical phenomenon in the design of rotating systems.
- Evaluate structural fatigue in suspension components, applying analysis methods and service life prediction.
- Gain in-depth knowledge of the design and analysis of suspension components manufactured from composite materials, including the dimensioning of laminates.
- Apply finite element (FE) analysis techniques for the design and optimization of suspension structures, including the analysis of joints and bonded joints.
- Implement damage tolerance methodologies to ensure the safety and reliability of suspension systems.
- Become familiar with non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques such as UT/RT/thermography for the inspection and evaluation of structural integrity.
Who this program is for:
Course on telescopic and alternative suspensions
- Graduates in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related fields.
- Professionals from OEM rotorcraft/eVTOL, MRO, consulting, technology centers.
- Flight Testing, certification, avionics, control, and dynamics seeking specialization.
- Regulators/authorities and UAM/eVTOL professionals requiring compliance skills.
Recommended qualifications: foundation in aerodynamics, control, and structures; ES/EN B2+/C1. We offer bridging tracks if you need them.
- Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the first module.
- Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
- Evidence-oriented TFM: safety case, test plan, compliance dossierand operational limits.
- Mentored by industry: teachers with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
- Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
- Ethics and security: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Module 1 — Expert Mastery of Telescopic and Alternative Suspension Systems: Analysis, Diagnosis, and Advanced Repair
1.1 Introduction to Suspension Systems: Types and Key Components
1.2 Operating Principles of Telescopic and Alternative Suspension
1.3 Analysis of Common Failures in Suspension Systems
1.4 Advanced Diagnostic Tools and Equipment
1.5 Diagnostic Techniques: Visual Inspection and Functional Testing
1.6 Repair Procedures: Disassembly, Replacement, and Assembly of Components
1.7 Adjustments and Calibration of Suspension Systems
1.8 Post-Repair Performance Testing
1.9 Suspension System Design: Component Selection and Specifications
1.10 Case Studies: Solving Common Problems and Specific Challenges
2.2 Fundamentals of Rotor Modeling: Key Principles and Theories
2.2 Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) for Rotors: Introduction and Applications
2.3 Rotor Simulation Software: Tools and Methodologies
2.4 Aerodynamic Design of Rotors: Analysis and Optimization
2.5 Structural Analysis of Rotors: Strength, Durability, and Fatigue
2.6 Rotor Noise Modeling: Prediction and Mitigation
2.7 Rotor Flight Simulation: Stability and Control
2.8 Rotor Performance Evaluation: Key Metrics and Parameters
2.9 Rotor Design Optimization: Techniques and Strategies
2.20 Case Study: Simulation and Analysis of a Specific Rotor
3.3 Suspension Design Principles: Types, Components, and Materials
3.2 Component Selection and Calculation: Springs, Shock Absorbers, Stabilizer Bars
3.3 Suspension Geometric Design: Ackerman, Instantaneous Center of Rotation
3.4 Adjustment and Calibration of Telescopic Systems: Preload, Compression, Rebound
3.5 Adjustment and Calibration of Alternative Systems: Torsion Bars, Leaf Springs
3.6 Preventive and Corrective Maintenance: Inspection, Lubrication, Parts Replacement
3.7 Diagnosing Common Failures: Noise, Vibration, Abnormal Wear
3.8 Specialized Tools and Equipment: Test Benches, Alignment
3.9 Safety Regulations and Standards: Inspection, Certification
3.30 Case Studies: Design, Adjustment, and Maintenance on Different Vehicles
4.4 Analysis of Telescopic and Alternative Suspension Systems: Advanced Evaluation Methods
4.2 Suspension Failure Diagnosis: Specialized Techniques
4.3 Dynamic and Static Testing: Interpretation of Results
4.4 Simulation and Modeling Tools: Applications in Evaluation
4.5 Component Performance Evaluation: Shock Absorbers, Springs, and Stabilizer Bars
4.6 Intelligent Suspension Systems: Evaluation and Calibration
4.7 Vibration Measurement and Analysis Techniques in Suspension Systems
4.8 Evaluation of Suspension Systems Under Extreme Conditions
4.9 Auditing and Quality Control in Suspension Systems
4.40 Case Studies: Failure Analysis and Design Improvement
5.5 Suspension Fundamentals: Types and Principles
5.5 Key Components of Suspension Systems
5.3 Initial Diagnosis of Common Faults
5.4 Essential Tools and Equipment
5.5 Workshop Safety and Tool Handling
5.5 Introduction to Rotor Theory
5.5 Mathematical Modeling of Rotors
5.3 Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Simulation
5.4 Results Analysis and Optimization
5.5 Rotor Performance Evaluation
3.5 Design of Telescopic Suspension Systems
3.5 Design of Alternative Suspension Systems
3.3 Damper and Spring Tuning
3.4 Preventive and Corrective Maintenance
3.5 Component and Material Selection
4.5 Evaluation Techniques for Telescopic Systems
4.5 Evaluation Techniques for Alternative Systems
4.3 Advanced Troubleshooting
4.4 Performance Testing and Data Analysis
4.5 Interpretation of Results and Recommendations
5.5 Conceptual Design of Suspension Systems
5.5 Structural and Fatigue Analysis
5.3 Simulation and Systems Optimization
5.4 Material and Component Selection
5.5 Prototype Validation and Testing
6.5 Detailed Study of Telescopic Systems
6.5 Detailed Study of Alternative Systems
6.3 Solving Complex Problems
6.4 Failure Analysis and Root Causes
6.5 Case Studies and Solutions
7.5 Design of Complete Suspension Systems
7.5 Advanced Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
7.3 Component Repair and Replacement
7.4 Final Testing and Adjustments
7.5 Manuals and Technical Documentation
8.5 Advanced Rotor Modeling
8.5 Multiphysics Flow Simulation
8.3 Rotor Performance Optimization
8.4 Sensitivity and Robustness Analysis
8.5 Design of High-Performance Rotors
6.6 Suspension Theory Fundamentals: Analysis of Telescopic and Alternative Systems
6.2 Critical Components: Identification and Function in Suspension Systems
6.3 Advanced Diagnostics: Evaluation Techniques and Fault Location
6.4 Specialized Repair: Methodology and Practices in Telescopic and Alternative Systems
6.5 Materials and Technologies: Impact on Suspension Performance
6.6 Design of Custom Suspension Systems: Applications and Considerations
6.7 Intelligent Suspension Systems: Sensors, Actuators, and Electronic Control
6.8 Testing and Validation: Quality Assurance and Optimal Performance
6.9 Troubleshooting in the Field: Strategies and Tools
6.60 Case Studies: In-Depth Failure Analysis and Solutions
- Hands-on methodology: test-before-you-trust, design reviews, failure analysis, compliance evidence.
- Software (depending on licenses/partners): MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), OpenVSP, SU2/OpenFOAM, Nastran/Abaqus, AMESim/Modelica, acoustics tools, planning toolchains DO-178C.
- SEIUM Laboratories: scale rotor bench, vibrations/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 valued information retrieval systems.
- Documentation: Updated CV, academic transcript, SOP/statement of purpose, project examples or code (optional).
- Process: Application → Technical evaluation of profile and experience → Technical interview → Review of case studies → Final decision → Enrollment.
- Fees:
- Single payment: 10% discount.
- Payment in 3 installments: No fees; 30% upon registration + 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, financial need, and promoting inclusion; agreements with companies in the sector for partial or full scholarships.
See “Calendar & Calls for Applications,” “Scholarships & Grants,” and “Fees & Financing” in the SEIUM mega-menu.
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F. A. Q
Frequently asked questions
Yes, we have 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 consortiums.
Yes. Online/hybrid modality with planned labs and visa support (see “Visa & Residence”).