EASA Part-21 Basic Certification Course
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EASA Part 21 Basic Certification Course
The EASA Part 21 Basic Certification Course provides a fundamental introduction to the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification requirements under Part 21, focusing on design approval of aeronautical products and design and production organizations. It covers the essential processes for certification of aircraft, engines, and components, including certification regulations and procedures, configuration management, and compliance with airworthiness requirements. This course focuses on understanding the responsibilities and obligations of organizations in the design and manufacture of aeronautical products, preparing participants to understand the certification process and its importance to aviation safety.
This course provides a solid foundation for those who work or wish to work in the aerospace sector, especially in areas related to the design and manufacture of aircraft and components. The course covers key topics such as airworthiness requirements, documentation management, and quality control. The objective is to enable participants to understand and apply the key principles of EASA Part 21 certification, thereby facilitating regulatory compliance and safety in the aeronautical industry.
EASA Part-21 Basic Certification 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
275 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. In-depth Mastery of EASA Part-21 Certification: Fundamentals and Crucial Applications
- Understand the structure and purpose of EASA Part 21 certification, including its key requirements and the scope of its application in the aeronautical industry.
- Identify and analyze the fundamental aspects of EASA Part 21 certification, such as type design approval, approval of design and production organizations, and aircraft certification.
- Master the processes and procedures for obtaining and maintaining EASA Part 21 certification, including configuration management, technical documentation, and quality control.
- Apply the acquired knowledge to interpret and comply with the requirements of EASA Part 21 certification in the development, manufacturing, and maintenance of aeronautical products.
- Evaluate the impact of EASA Part 21 certification on the safety, quality, and efficiency of air operations.
2. Expert Evaluation of Rotor Modeling and Performance according to EASA Part-21
2. Expert Evaluation of Rotor Modeling and Performance according to EASA Part 21
Gain a deeper understanding of the complex aerodynamic and structural interactions that affect rotor performance, including detailed analysis of flap-lag-torsion couplings, crucial for stability and control.
Master the study of critical phenomena such as whirl flutter, essential for ensuring the structural integrity and safety of the aircraft, and understand fatigue mechanisms to predict and mitigate failures.
Acquire the necessary skills to efficiently size rotor components made of composite materials, including the analysis of laminates, joints, and bonded joints using Finite Element (FE) methods to optimize design and strength.
Apply advanced damage tolerance methodologies and Become familiar with non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques such as UT (ultrasound), RT (radiography), and thermography, essential for the inspection and predictive maintenance of rotors, ensuring long-term safety and reliability.
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. EASA Part-21 Optimization: Rotor Modeling and Performance Analysis
4. EASA Part-21 Optimization: Rotor Modeling and Performance Analysis
Analyze flap-lag-torsion, whirl flutter, and fatigue couplings.
Dimension composite laminates, joints, and bonded joints with FE.
Implement damage tolerance and NDT (UT/RT/thermography).
5. EASA Part-21 Analysis: Rotor Modeling and Performance Evaluation
- You will understand the fundamental principles of EASA Part-21 analysis as applied to helicopters.
- You will study rotor modeling, including computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to simulate airflow and aerodynamic forces.
- You will learn to evaluate rotor performance, considering factors such as thrust, power requirements, and efficiency.
- You will delve into the analysis of rotor stability and safety, including the study of phenomena such as flap-lag-torsion, whirl flutter, and fatigue.
- You will gain knowledge of the design and manufacture of rotor components, including the dimensioning of laminates in composites, joints, and bonded joints using finite element (FE) analysis.
- You will become familiar with the concepts of damage tolerance and non-standard inspection methods. Destructive testing (NDT) such as ultrasound (UT), radiography (RT), and thermography.
You will learn to apply EASA Part 21 requirements for aircraft certification.
6. Master's Degree in Rotor Modeling and Performance under EASA Part-21 Certification
6. Master’s Degree in Rotor Modeling and Performance under EASA Part-21 Certification
Understand rotor dynamics, including the analysis of flap-lag-torsion couplings, whirl flutter phenomena, and the assessment of component fatigue.
Master the structural dimensioning of components in composite materials, including the analysis of joints and bonded joints using finite element (FE) techniques.
Apply damage tolerance methodologies and non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques such as ultrasonic testing (UT), radiography (RT), and thermography for the evaluation of structural integrity.
Who this program is for:
EASA Part-21 Basic Certification Course
- 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.
1.1 eVTOL and UAM: Electric Propulsion, Multiple Rotors
1.2 Emerging Certification Requirements (SC-VTOL, Special Conditions)
1.3 Energy and Thermal in E-Propulsion (Batteries/Inverters)
1.4 Design for Maintainability and Modular Swaps
1.5 LCA/LCC in Rotorcraft and eVTOL (Footprint and Cost)
1.6 Operations & Vertiports: Airspace Integration
1.7 Data & Digital Thread: MBSE/PLM for Change Control
1.8 Tech Risk and Readiness: TRL/CRL/SRL
1.9 IP, Certifications, and Time-to-Market
1.10 Case Clinic: Go/No-Go with Risk Matrix
2.2 Fundamentals of EASA Part 22 Certification: An In-Depth Analysis
2.2 Essential EASA Part 22 Requirements for Rotor Modeling
2.3 Practical Applications of EASA Part 22: Modeling and Performance
2.4 Advanced Rotor Modeling Techniques According to EASA Part 22
2.5 Rotor Performance Assessment: EASA Part 22 Compliance
2.6 Rotor Design Optimization Under EASA Part 22 Guidelines
2.7 Risk Analysis and Mitigation in Rotor Modeling (EASA Part 22)
2.8 Case Studies: Rotor Modeling and EASA Part 22 Compliance
2.9 Tools and Software for Rotor Modeling and EASA Part 22 Certification
2.20 Preparing for EASA Part 22 Certification: Exam and Practical Tips
3.3 eVTOL and UAM: Electric Propulsion, Multiple Rotors
3.2 Emerging Certification Requirements (SC-VTOL, Special Conditions)
3.3 Energy and Thermal in E-Propulsion (Batteries/Inverters)
3.4 Design for Maintainability and Modular Swaps
3.5 LCA/LCC in Rotorcraft and eVTOL (Footprint and Cost)
3.6 Operations & Vertiports: Airspace Integration
3.7 Data & Digital Thread: MBSE/PLM for Change Control
3.8 Tech Risk and Readiness: TRL/CRL/SRL
3.9 IP, Certifications, and Time-to-Market
3.30 Case Clinic: Go/No-Go with Risk Matrix
4.4 eVTOL and UAM: Electric Propulsion, Multiple Rotors
4.2 Emerging Certification Requirements (SC-VTOL, Special Conditions)
4.3 Energy and Thermal in E-Propulsion (Batteries/Inverters)
4.4 Design for Maintainability and Modular Swaps
4.5 LCA/LCC in Rotorcraft and eVTOL (Footprint and Cost)
4.6 Operations & Vertiports: Airspace Integration
4.7 Data & Digital Thread: MBSE/PLM for Change Control
4.8 Tech Risk and Readiness: TRL/CRL/SRL
4.9 IP, Certifications, and Time-to-Market
4.40 Case Clinic: Go/No-Go with Risk Matrix
5.5 Introduction to EASA Part 55: Structure and Scope
5.5 Initial and Continuing Certification Requirements
5.3 Aircraft Categories and Type Certification
5.4 Certification and Approval Processes
5.5 Aircraft Design and Technical Requirements
5.6 Data Analysis and Technical Documentation
5.7 Safety and Compliance Considerations
5.8 Legislation and Regulations Applicable to Rotorcraft
5.9 Modeling and Simulation Processes
5.50 The Impact of Regulations on Rotor Design
6.6 Introduction to eVTOL and UAM: Electric Propulsion and Multi-Rotor Configurations
6.2 Emerging Certification Considerations and Requirements (SC-VTOL, Special Conditions)
6.3 Energy Management and Thermal Aspects in E-Propulsion Systems (Batteries and Inverters)
6.4 Design for Maintainability and Modular Interchange Systems
6.5 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Life Cycle Cost (LCC) in Helicopters and eVTOLs (Environmental Footprint and Total Cost)
6.6 Operations and Vertiports: Airspace Integration and Planning
6.7 Data Management and Digital Threads: Systems-Based Modeling (MBSE) and Product Life Cycle Management (PLM) for Change Control
6.8 Technology Risk Assessment and Readiness: Technology Readiness Levels (TRL), Component Readiness Levels (CRL), and System Readiness Levels (SRL)
6.9 Intellectual Property (IP), Certifications, and Time to Market
6.60 Case Study “Go/no-go” decisions using a risk matrix
- 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”).