NMC, LFP and NCA chemistry course
About our
NMC, LFP, and NCA Chemistry Course
Explore the chemical compositions and operation of NMC (nickel-manganese-cobalt), LFP (lithium-iron-phosphate), and NCA (nickel-cobalt-aluminum) batteries. It focuses on understanding the cathode, anode, and electrolyte materials, which are key to the performance and safety of these energy storage technologies. The course examines the synthesis, characterization, and optimization processes of battery components, as well as the electrochemical principles governing their operation, including reaction kinetics, ionic conductivity, and cycle life stability. It delves into the application of these batteries in electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and portable devices.
The course provides essential knowledge for research and development in the field of batteries, preparing participants to analyze, design, and evaluate different energy solutions. Practical examples and industry-relevant case studies are included. Participants will acquire the skills necessary to evaluate battery performance, understand the limitations of each type, and propose improvements to increase efficiency, safety, and durability. The training is geared towards professional roles in battery research and development, materials engineering, and energy systems development, fostering innovation in the energy sector.
NMC, LFP and NCA chemistry course
- Format: Hybrid
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 2
780 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. Mastery of Naval Chemistry: NMC, LFP and NCA
## What will you learn?
1. You will master Naval Chemistry: NMC, LFP, and NCA, acquiring essential skills to:
* Understand and apply the principles of naval chemistry in the context of materials and processes used in ship construction and maintenance.
* Analyze the properties and behavior of materials in marine environments, including their resistance to corrosion and degradation.
* Become familiar with NMC (Construction Materials Standards), LFP (Limitation of Flame Propagation), and NCA (Quality Control Standards) regulations to ensure the safety and durability of naval structures.
2. Comprehensive Evaluation of Naval Chemical Reactors: NMC, LFP and NCA
- Identify and evaluate the operating principles of Naval Chemical Reactors, including NMC, LFP, and NCA.
- Understand the critical variables that affect reactor performance and safety.
- Analyze the fundamental chemical reactions that occur in each type of naval reactor.
- Study the control and monitoring systems employed in reactors.
- Evaluate the risks associated with reactor operation and mitigation measures.
- Interpret reactor test data and results to diagnose problems and optimize performance.
- Apply knowledge to problem-solving and decision-making in real-world scenarios.
- Become familiar with the regulations and safety standards applicable to naval reactors.
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. Analysis and Application of Chemistry in Naval Environments: NMC, LFP and NCA
4. Analysis and Application of Chemistry in Naval Environments: NMC, LFP, and NCA
Understand the composition and properties of marine fuels (NMC, LFP, NCA).
Evaluate the chemical stability of fuels under various operating conditions.
Analyze corrosion and its control in marine environments, including the use of inhibitors.
Study the chemistry of lubricants and oils used in marine machinery.
Identify and manage the risks associated with the handling and storage of chemicals on ships.
Apply chemical analysis techniques for monitoring and controlling the quality of ballast water and boiler water.
Understand the principles of electrochemistry and its application in the cathodic protection of naval structures.
Evaluate the environmental impact of chemicals used in navigation and their management. appropriate.
5. Excellence in Naval Chemistry: NMC, LFP and NCA
- 5.
- Master the fundamentals of the Maritime Commercial Nomenclature (MCN), essential for the identification and classification of chemical substances in the maritime sector.
- Study in depth the Oil Fleet Legislation (OFL), including regulations on the transport, storage, and handling of hydrocarbons and petroleum products on ships.
- Understand and apply the key knowledge of the Water Control Regulations (WCR), covering ballast water treatment, pollution prevention, and environmental management in naval operations.
6. Advanced Naval Chemistry: NMC, LFP and NCA
6. Advanced Naval Chemistry: NMC, LFP, and NCA
Mastery of Naval Chemical Nomenclature (NMC), including the identification and classification of compounds used in marine environments.
Evaluation of Functional Propulsion Lubricants (LFPs): analysis of their properties, performance, and degradation under extreme conditions.
Study of Advanced Corrosion Neutralization (NCA): cathodic protection mechanisms, inhibitors, and specialized coatings.
Who this program is for:
NMC, LFP and NCA chemistry course
- Merchant mariners seeking NMC (Deck Command Level), LFP (First Officer Limited), and NCA (Advanced Coastal Navigation) certifications.
- Naval officers with experience or aspirations for leadership roles in navigation.
- Students and recent graduates of nautical, naval engineering, or related fields who wish to strengthen their knowledge of chemistry applied to navigation.
- Maritime industry professionals (shipping companies, shipyards, marine service companies) who require a solid understanding of chemistry in naval environments.
- Maritime and environmental safety personnel who need to understand the chemical aspects of marine pollution and risk management.
- 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.
1.1 Fundamentals of Naval Chemistry: NMC, LFP, and NCA
1.2 Structure and Properties of Matter in the Naval Environment: NMC, LFP, and NCA
1.3 Essential Chemical Reactions in Naval Environments: NMC, LFP, and NCA
1.4 Principles of Thermodynamics Applied to Naval Systems: NMC, LFP, and NCA
1.5 Corrosion and Protection of Materials in the Maritime Environment: NMC, LFP, and NCA
1.6 Seawater Chemistry and its Impact on Naval Systems: NMC, LFP, and NCA
1.7 Introduction to Chemical Kinetics and its Application to Navigation: NMC, LFP, and NCA
1.8 Chemical Safety and Handling of Hazardous Substances on Board: NMC, LFP, and NCA
1.9 Instrumentation and Analytical Techniques in Naval Chemistry: NMC, LFP, and NCA NCA
1.10 Case Studies: Practical Applications of Naval Chemistry: NMC, LFP, and NCA
2.2 Fundamentals of Naval Chemistry: NMC, LFP, and NCA
2.2 Chemical Reactions in Naval Systems: NMC, LFP, and NCA
2.3 Thermodynamics Applied to Naval Reactors: NMC, LFP, and NCA
2.4 Chemical Kinetics in Marine Environments: NMC, LFP, and NCA
2.5 Design and Simulation of Naval Chemical Reactors: NMC, LFP, and NCA
2.6 Failure Analysis in Naval Chemical Reactors: NMC, LFP, and NCA
2.7 Instrumentation and Control of Naval Reactors: NMC, LFP, and NCA
2.8 Safety in Naval Reactor Operations: NMC, LFP, and NCA
2.9 Maintenance and Management of Naval Chemical Reactors: NMC, LFP, and NCA
2.20 Case Studies: Evaluation of Specific Naval Reactors: NMC, LFP and NCA
3.3 Fundamental Principles of Naval Chemical Systems: NMC, LFP, and NCA
3.2 Thermodynamics and Kinetics Applied to Naval Systems: NMC, LFP, and NCA
3.3 Corrosion Analysis and Protection in Marine Environments: NMC, LFP, and NCA
3.4 Water Treatment and Quality Control on Ships: NMC, LFP, and NCA
3.5 Fuels and Lubricants: Properties and Analysis: NMC, LFP, and NCA
3.6 Cooling and Air Conditioning Systems in Naval Environments: NMC, LFP, and NCA
3.7 Chemical Waste Management and Sustainability in the Shipbuilding Industry: NMC, LFP, and NCA
3.8 Failure Analysis and Maintenance of Chemical Systems: NMC, LFP, and NCA
3.9 Instrumentation and Control of Chemical Processes on Board: NMC, LFP, and NCA NCA
3.30 Case Studies: Incident Analysis and Best Practices in Naval Chemical Systems: NMC, LFP, and NCA
4.4 Seawater Chemistry and its Impact on Naval Systems (NMC, LFP, and NCA)
4.2 Corrosion and Protection of Metals in Marine Environments (NMC, LFP, and NCA)
4.3 Naval Fuels: Composition, Storage, and Safe Handling (NMC, LFP, and NCA)
4.4 Lubricants and Hydraulic Fluids in Naval Applications (NMC, LFP, and NCA)
4.5 Wastewater and Drinking Water Treatment on Board (NMC, LFP, and NCA)
4.6 Pollution Control and Waste Management on Ships (NMC, LFP, and NCA)
4.7 Chemical Laboratory Analysis on Board: Equipment and Techniques (NMC, LFP, and NCA)
4.8 Cleaning and Maintenance Chemicals in Naval Environments (NMC, LFP, and NCA)
4.9 Safe Handling and Storage of Chemicals on Board (NMC, LFP, and NCA)
4.40 Applications of Chemistry in Firefighting and Control of damages (NMC, LFP and NCA)
5.5 Fundamental Principles of Excellence in Naval Chemistry
5.5 Specific Applications of Naval Chemistry: NMC
5.3 Specific Applications of Naval Chemistry: LFP
5.4 Specific Applications of Naval Chemistry: NCA
5.5 Methodology and Best Practices in Naval Chemical Analysis
5.6 Quality Management and Process Control in Naval Chemistry
5.7 Research and Development in Naval Chemistry
5.8 Implementing Excellence in Naval Operations
5.9 Case Studies and Practical Applications of Excellence in Naval Chemistry
5.50 Impact Assessment and Sustainability in Naval Chemistry
6.6 Chemical Reactions in Naval Propulsion Systems: NMC, LFP, and NCA
6.2 Analysis of Naval Fuels and Additives: NMC, LFP, and NCA
6.3 Corrosion and Protection of Materials in Marine Environments: NMC, LFP, and NCA
6.4 Water Treatment and Chemical Waste Management on Ships: NMC, LFP, and NCA
6.5 Chemistry of Cooling and Lubrication Systems: NMC, LFP, and NCA
6.6 Study of Naval Explosives and Munitions: NMC, LFP, and NCA
6.7 Chemistry of Sensors and Detection Systems: NMC, LFP, and NCA
6.8 Design and Control of Naval Chemical Laboratories: NMC, LFP, and NCA
6.9 Naval Chemical Safety Standards and Regulations: NMC, LFP, and NCA
6.60 Innovation in Naval Chemistry: New Technologies and Applications: NMC, LFP and NCA
- 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”).