Regulatory policy course for UAM
About our
The Regulatory Policy Course for UAM (Urban Air Mobility) explores the regulatory and policy framework necessary for the development and safe operation of urban air mobility. It focuses on the analysis of safety standards, aircraft certification, airspace management, and the integration of air traffic control systems for UAM vehicles. The course addresses challenges related to infrastructure, noise, and environmental sustainability, promoting compliance with applicable international regulations and best practices in the industry. The program provides tools to understand aviation legislation, safety protocols, and urban development policies, training participants in risk assessment, strategic planning, and UAM project management. Case studies are explored and discussion is encouraged regarding the future of urban air mobility, preparing professionals for roles in regulatory bodies, UAM companies, and aviation organizations.
Regulatory policy course for UAM
- Format: Hybrid
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 3
750 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. Regulatory Policy Mastery for UAM: Comprehensive Learning
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Understand and apply the current regulations and standards governing the operation and design of Urban Aerial Vehicles (UAMs).
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Evaluate and manage risks associated with air safety and the protection of the urban environment, in accordance with established policies.
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Interpret and apply privacy and data protection policies in the collection and use of information generated by UAMs.
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Master the regulatory framework related to UAM support infrastructure, including refueling stations, vertiports, and air routes.
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Analyze the legal aspects related to civil liability, insurance, and litigation in the context of UAM operations.
2. In-depth Analysis of Rotor Modeling and Performance
- Master the analysis of vibration modes and stability in rotors, including complex couplings such as flap-lag-torsion, whirl flutter, and the assessment of material fatigue.
- Apply finite element (FE) modeling techniques for the accurate dimensioning of laminated structures made of composites, as well as the detailed design of structural joints and bonded joints.
- Incorporate damage tolerance methodologies to predict crack and failure propagation, along with the use of advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) such as UT/RT/thermography for the inspection and evaluation of structural integrity.
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. Implementation of Regulatory Policies for UAM: An In-Depth Study
Understand the regulatory framework for Urban Air Mobility (UAM).
Study the safety and certification policies applicable to UAM.
Analyze the design and operating standards for UAM aircraft.
Evaluate air traffic management and the supporting infrastructure for UAM.
Examine the sustainability policies and environmental impact of UAM.
Investigate the regulations on privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity in UAM.
Analyze the liability and insurance policies for UAM operations.
Study the process of implementing regulatory policies in specific UAM projects.
Evaluate regulatory compliance and risk management in the context of UAM.
Develop strategies for the adaptation and evolution of UAM’s regulatory policies.
5. Deciphering Regulatory Policies for UAM: A Complete Immersion
- Interpret the legal and regulatory framework governing UAM (Urban Air Mobility) operations.
- Examine the specific air safety policies applicable to UAM, including design and operating standards.
- Evaluate air traffic management regulations for UAM, integrating these vehicles into the existing airspace.
- Understand the certification regulations for UAM aircraft and operators, including airworthiness requirements.
- Identify policies related to UAM infrastructure, such as vertiports and cargo systems.
- Analyze regulations on privacy, cybersecurity, and data protection in the context of UAM.
- Study the environmental sustainability and noise mitigation policies associated with UAM operations.
- Understand the regulations on civil liability and insurance for UAM operations.
- Explore the impact of the Regulatory policies in the development of the UAM market and technological innovation.
Apply the regulations learned in specific UAM case studies.
6. Detailed Understanding of Regulatory Policies for UAM
6. Detailed Understanding of Regulatory Policies for UAM
- Interpret and apply the regulations of the FAA, EASA, and other relevant authorities.
- Understand the certification standards for UAM, including airworthiness.
- Evaluate the impact of policies on the design, operation, and maintenance of UAM.
- Analyze the safety and risk management implications within the regulatory context.
- Identify trends and future changes in regulatory policies for UAM.
- Study regulations on noise, emissions, and the sustainability of UAM operations.
Who this program is for:
Regulatory policy course for UAM
- Graduates in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related fields.
- Professionals in OEM rotorcraft/eVTOL, MRO, consulting, and technology centers.
- Flight Testing, certification, avionics, control, and dynamics seeking specialization.
- Regulators/authorities and UAM/eVTOL professionals requiring compliance skills.
Recommended requirements: foundation in aerodynamics and 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. 1.1 eVTOL and UAM: Electric Propulsion, Multiple Rotors
2. 1.2 Emerging Certification Requirements (SC-VTOL, Special Conditions)
3. 1.3 Energy and Thermal in E-Propulsion (Batteries/Inverters)
4. 1.4 Design for Maintainability and Modular Swaps
5. 1.5 LCA/LCC in Rotorcraft and eVTOL (Footprint and Cost)
6. 1.6 Operations & Vertiports: Airspace Integration
7. 1.7 Data & Digital Thread: MBSE/PLM for Change Control
8. 1.8 Tech Risk and Readiness: TRL/CRL/SRL
9. 1.9 IP, Certifications, and Time-to-Market
10. 1.10 Case Study: Go/No-Go with Risk Matrix
2.2 eVTOL and UAM: Electric Propulsion, Multiple Rotors
2.2 Emerging Certification Requirements (SC-VTOL, Special Conditions)
2.3 Energy and Thermal in E-Propulsion (Batteries/Inverters)
2.4 Design for Maintainability and Modular Swaps
2.5 LCA/LCC in Rotorcraft and eVTOL (Footprint and Cost)
2.6 Operations & Vertiports: Airspace Integration
2.7 Data & Digital Thread: MBSE/PLM for Change Control
2.8 Tech Risk and Readiness: TRL/CRL/SRL
2.9 IP, Certifications, and Time-to-Market
2.20 Case Study: Go/No-Go with Risk Matrix
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 Study: Go/No-Go with Risk Matrix
5.5 eVTOL and UAM: Electric Propulsion, Multiple Rotors
5.5 Emerging Certification Requirements (SC-VTOL, Special Conditions)
5.3 Energy and Thermal in E-Propulsion (Batteries/Inverters)
5.4 Design for Maintainability and Modular Swaps
5.5 LCA/LCC in Rotorcraft and eVTOL (Footprint and Cost)
5.6 Operations & Vertiports: Airspace Integration
5.7 Data & Digital Thread: MBSE/PLM for Change Control
5.8 Tech Risk and Readiness: TRL/CRL/SRL
5.9 IP, Certifications, and Time-to-Market
5.50 Case Study: Go/No-Go with Risk Matrix
6.6 Introduction to UAMs and their regulatory framework
6.2 Aeronautical legislation applicable to UAMs
6.3 Regulatory bodies and their functions
6.4 Definition and classification of UAM aircraft
6.5 Basic concepts of rotorcraft: types and components
6.6 Rotor aerodynamics: fundamental principles
6.7 Stability and control in rotorcraft
6.8 Propulsion systems in rotorcraft
2.6 Principles of rotor modeling: methods and tools
2.2 Aerodynamic performance analysis of rotors
2.3 Airflow modeling and interaction effects
2.4 Design and optimization of rotor blades
2.5 Flight dynamics and stability of rotorcraft
2.6 Flight simulation and results analysis
2.7 Performance evaluation under different conditions
2.8 Sensitivity analysis and optimization
3.6 Application of regulations in UAM design
3.2 Certification of UAM aircraft Requirements and Processes
3.3 Air Operations and Airspace Management for UAM
3.4 Design and Operation of Vertiports
3.5 Safety and Risk Management in UAM
3.6 Environmental Protection and Sustainability in UAM
3.7 Social and Economic Aspects of UAM
3.8 Case Studies and Practical Examples
4.6 Strategies for Implementing UAM Regulations
4.2 Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
4.3 Safety Management Systems (SMS) in UAM
4.4 Design and Implementation of Quality Management Systems
4.5 Training and Development of UAM Personnel
4.6 Integration of UAM into the Existing Transportation System
4.7 Monitoring and Evaluation of Regulatory Compliance
4.8 Audits and Quality Controls
5.6 International and National Regulatory Framework for UAM
5.2 Industry Standards and Recommendations
5.3 Safety Requirements and Certification
5.4 Privacy and Related Issues Data protection
5.5 Civil liability and insurance in UAM
5.6 Regulations on noise and emissions
5.7 Regulations on drones and unmanned aircraft systems
5.8 Case studies and jurisprudence
6.6 eVTOL and UAM: electric propulsion, multiple rotors
6.2 Emerging certification requirements (SC-VTOL, special conditions)
6.3 Energy and thermal in e-propulsion (batteries/inverters)
6.4 Design for maintainability and modular swaps
6.5 LCA/LCC in rotorcraft and eVTOL (footprint and cost)
6.6 Operations & vertiports: airspace integration
6.7 Data & Digital thread: MBSE/PLM for change control
6.8 Tech risk and readiness: TRL/CRL/SRL
6.9 IP, certifications, and time-to-market
6.60 Case clinic: go/no-go with risk matrix
7.6 Planning and implementation of Safety Management Systems (SMS)
7.2 Development of regulatory compliance programs
7.3 Risk management and hazard analysis
7.4 Safety audits and compliance assessments
7.5 Implementation of corrective and preventive measures
7.6 Design and management of safe and efficient air operations
7.7 Integration of emerging technologies in UAM
7.8 Optimization of operational efficiency and cost reduction
8.6 Analysis and evaluation of existing regulatory policies
8.2 Development of new regulatory policies for UAM
8.3 Preparation of regulatory reports and documents
8.4 Communication and collaboration with regulatory bodies
8.5 Interpretation and application of regulations Current
8.6 Regulatory Change and Update Management
8.7 Leadership and Team Management in the Regulatory Context
8.8 Problem Solving and Decision Making
- 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”).