Course on marine turbines applied to aerospace
About our
The Marine Turbines Applied to Aerospace course explores the adaptation and application of marine turbine technologies in the design and development of aerospace systems, covering aspects such as hydrodynamics, aerodynamics, and energy transfer. It analyzes the integration of turbine engines into aircraft, using CFD simulation tools, stress analysis, and design optimization techniques. The course includes case studies on propulsion and power generation, focusing on the efficiency, reliability, and sustainability of these applications. The program also covers additive manufacturing and the use of composite materials in turbine construction, preparing participants for roles in propulsion engineering, aeronautical systems design, and research and development. Compliance with aerospace safety regulations is assessed, and the development of innovative solutions for the sector is encouraged.
Course on marine turbines applied to aerospace
- 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. Mastery of the Design and Optimization of Marine and Aerospace Turbines
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Comprehensive analysis of the principles of aerodynamics and thermodynamics applied to marine turbines.
- Mastery of computational modeling and simulation techniques (CFD, FEA) to optimize performance and durability.
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Evaluation and mitigation of vibrations and resonances in marine turbines, including modal analysis and dynamic response.
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Understanding of marine turbine control and management systems, including power regulation and fault protection.
- Application of predictive maintenance strategies and failure analysis to ensure turbine reliability and service life.
In-depth study of turbine blade design and internal structures, including material selection and manufacturing processes.
Implementation of advanced optimization techniques, such as design of experiments (DOE) and genetic algorithms, to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Knowledge of aerospace and naval industry regulations and standards related to the design and operation of marine turbines.
Development of skills in preparing technical reports and effectively communicating results.
2. In-depth Analysis of Marine Turbomachinery for Aerospace Applications
- Understand the fundamental principles of turbomachinery and their adaptation for aerospace applications.
- Evaluate rotor design, including aerodynamic, thermodynamic, and structural mechanics considerations.
- Explore the study of blades and their interactions, paying attention to phenomena such as flutter and fatigue.
- Analyze flap-lag-torsion couplings, whirl flutter, and fatigue.
- Master turbomachinery modeling and simulation techniques using specialized software.
- Dimension laminates in composites, joints, and bonded joints with FE.
- Explore the materials technologies and manufacturing processes used in the construction of aerospace turbomachinery.
- Understand the control and monitoring systems of turbomachinery, as well as strategies for optimizing their performance.
- Implement damage tolerance and non-destructive testing (NTT) (UT/RT/thermography).
- Study case studies of turbomachinery used in different aerospace applications, such as aircraft and rocket engines.
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. Advanced Engineering in Marine Turbines for the Aerospace Sector
4. Advanced Marine Turbine Engineering for the Aerospace Sector: What Will You Learn?
- Master vibration and stability analysis in turbine rotors, including the study of flap-lag-torsion couplings, whirl flutter phenomena, and fatigue assessment of components.
- Apply advanced structural design and dimensioning techniques, focusing on the use of laminated composite materials, mechanical joint analysis, and the design of bonded joints using finite element (FE) methods.
- Gain in-depth knowledge of reliability engineering methodologies, such as damage tolerance, and acquire knowledge of non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques, including ultrasonic testing (UT), radiography (RT), and thermography.
5. Optimization of Marine Turbine Performance in Aerospace Environments
- Evaluate the behavior of marine turbines under extreme conditions, including thermal expansion and corrosion.
- Understand the principles of aerodynamics and thermodynamics applied to marine turbines.
- Study power control and management systems in aerospace environments.
- Identify common failures and design predictive maintenance strategies.
- Apply numerical simulation techniques (CFD and FEA) for design optimization.
- Master non-destructive testing (NDT) methods for inspection and diagnosis.
- Analyze advanced materials and their application in turbine construction.
- Optimize the design to minimize weight and maximize efficiency.
- Evaluate the integration of marine turbines with other aerospace systems.
- Learn about aerospace industry regulations and standards.
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6. Evaluation and Improvement of the Performance of Marine Aerospace Turbines
6. Evaluation and Improvement of Marine and Aerospace Turbine Performance
Identify and evaluate the complexities of turbine systems, including mechanical failure analysis and non-destructive testing (NDT).
Develop advanced simulation skills using CAE software for finite element analysis (FEA) of critical components.
Apply optimization and CFD simulation methods to improve efficiency and reduce fuel consumption.
Gain in-depth analysis of the thermodynamic performance of engines, including understanding duty cycles and efficiencies.
Master modal analysis and vibration analysis techniques to predict and mitigate resonance problems.
Understand the application of lifecycle management strategies to maximize durability and reliability.
Implement predictive maintenance strategies, using data and analysis to optimize maintenance intervals.
Analyze flap-lag-torsion, whirl flutter, and fatigue couplings.
Design laminates in composites, joints, and bonded joints with FE.
Who this program is for:
Course on marine turbines applied to aerospace
- 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 Fundamentals of Aerodynamics in Marine Turbines
1.2 Thermodynamics Applied to Naval Propulsion Systems
1.3 Materials and Manufacturing Technologies for Turbines
1.4 Turbine Design Principles: Components and Operation
1.5 Introduction to Turbine Design Optimization
1.6 Numerical Simulation in Turbine Design
1.7 Case Studies: Historical and Current Marine Turbines
1.8 Regulations and Standards in Naval Design
1.9 Introduction to Turbine Systems Engineering
1.10 Environmental Impact and Sustainability in Naval Design
2.2 Fundamental Principles of Turbomachinery: Components and Operation
2.2 Thermodynamics Applied to Marine Turbomachinery: Brayton and Rankine Cycles
2.3 Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) in Turbines: Simulation and Analysis
2.4 Conceptual Turbine Design: Parameter Selection and Configuration
2.5 Advanced Materials for Turbines: Strength and Durability in Aerospace Environments
2.6 Structural Analysis Methods: Validation and Optimization
2.7 Vibration Analysis in Turbines: Design and Mitigation
2.8 Turbine Control Systems: Regulation and Automation
2.9 Integration of Turbines into Aerospace Propulsion Systems
2.20 Case Studies: Real-World Applications and Future Trends
3.3 Turbine Design Fundamentals: Applied Thermodynamic and Aerodynamic Principles
3.2 Key Components: Design and Function of Blades, Rotors, and Stators
3.3 Aerospace Materials: Selection and Properties for Marine Environments
3.4 Design Considerations: Load, Vibration, and Fatigue Factors
3.5 Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Software and Tools for Design
3.6 Design Optimization: Methods for Improving Efficiency and Performance
3.7 Design for Manufacturing: Considerations for Efficient Production
3.8 Systems Integration: Connecting Turbines to Other Components
3.9 Regulations and Standards: Compliance with Aerospace Regulations
3.30 Case Studies: Analysis of Successful Turbine Designs
2.3 Turbomachinery Principles: Theory and Applications in the Marine Environment
2.2 Thermodynamic Analysis: Turbine duty cycles and efficiency.
2.3 Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD): Flow simulation and analysis.
2.4 Structural Analysis: Component design for strength and durability.
2.5 Analysis Methods: Techniques for evaluating performance and reliability.
2.6 Vibrations and Dynamics: Analysis and mitigation of vibration problems.
2.7 Failure Analysis: Identification and prevention of turbine failures.
2.8 Systems Modeling: Simulation and analysis of turbomachinery systems.
2.9 Material Selection: Analysis of materials for marine environments.
2.30 Case Studies: Analysis of turbomachinery in aerospace applications.
3.3 Introduction to Flow Simulation: Principles and numerical methods.
3.2 CFD Software: Use of tools for turbine simulation. 3.3 Meshing and Discretization: Creation and optimization of computational meshes.
3.4 Turbulence Modeling: Techniques for simulating turbulent flows.
3.5 Flow Analysis: Visualization and analysis of results.
3.6 Fluid-Structure Interaction (FSI): Simulation of the interaction.
3.7 Validation and Verification: Ensuring simulation accuracy.
3.8 Parametric Simulation: Sensitivity studies and optimization.
3.9 Specific Applications: Simulation of turbine components and systems.
3.30 Results Analysis: Interpretation and application of simulation results.
4.3 Advanced Component Design: Design of blades, rotors, and casings.
4.2 Composite Materials: Use of composite materials in turbines.
4.3 Control Systems: Design and optimization of control systems. 4.4 Thermal Design: Heat management in turbines.
4.5 Acoustic Design: Noise reduction in turbines.
4.6 Advanced Manufacturing: Additive manufacturing and machining technologies.
4.7 Lubrication Systems: Design and optimization of lubrication systems.
4.8 Systems Integration: Connecting turbines to other components.
4.9 Testing and Validation: Test bench and flight testing.
4.30 Turbine Innovations: Latest trends and technologies.
5.3 Optimization Techniques: Algorithms and methods for improving performance.
5.2 Design Optimization: Parameter adjustment to maximize efficiency.
5.3 Multi-Objective Analysis: Consideration of multiple objectives.
5.4 Aerodynamic Optimization: Airflow improvement.
5.5 Structural Optimization: Weight reduction and increased durability.
5.6 Thermal Optimization: Heat management to improve performance.
5.7 Robust Design: Design to tolerate variations.
5.8 Cost Optimization: Reduction of manufacturing and operating costs.
5.9 Optimization Tools: Software and methods.
5.30 Case Studies: Application of optimization techniques to turbines.
6.3 Evaluation Methods: Techniques for evaluating turbine performance.
6.2 Test Bench Testing: Design and execution of tests.
6.3 Data Analysis: Data analysis techniques for evaluation.
6.4 Fault Diagnosis: Identification of problems in turbines.
6.5 Predictive Maintenance: Techniques for predicting failures.
6.6 Condition Monitoring: Systems for monitoring.
6.7 Useful Life Analysis: Estimation of the useful life of components. 6.8 Performance Improvement: Strategies for improving performance.
6.9 Case Studies: Evaluating the performance of turbines in operation.
6.30 Cost-Benefit Analysis: Evaluating improvements.
7.3 Propulsion Principles: Fundamentals of aerospace propulsion.
7.2 Engine Types: Turbine engines and their applications.
7.3 System Design: Designing propulsion systems.
7.4 Fuels and Combustion: Fuels and combustion processes.
7.5 Nozzle Design: Designing exhaust nozzles.
7.6 Engine Performance: Performance metrics and optimization.
7.7 Systems Integration: Integrating engines in aircraft and rockets.
7.8 Control Systems: Engine control systems.
7.9 Advanced Propulsion: Research on innovative propulsion.
7.30 Case Studies: Aerospace Propulsion Engines
8.3 Mathematical Modeling: Turbine System Modeling
8.2 Multidisciplinary Simulation: Simulation from Different Disciplines
8.3 Multidisciplinary Optimization: Design Optimization
8.4 Conceptual Design: Initial Turbine Design
8.5 Detailed Design: Detailed Component Design
8.6 Design for Manufacturing: Design for Efficient Manufacturing
8.7 Design for Operation: Design for Operation
8.8 Design for Maintenance: Design for Maintenance
8.9 Design Tools: Use of Design Software
8.30 Case Study: Turbine Design and Analysis
4.4 Fundamentals of Marine and Aerospace Turbine Design
4.2 Turbine Optimization Principles
4.3 Material Selection and Manufacturing Processes
4.4 Design of Blades and Critical Components
4.5 CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) Analysis in Design
4.6 3D Simulation and Modeling Techniques
4.7 Integration of Systems and Subsystems
4.8 Design for Energy Efficiency
4.9 Failure and Reliability Analysis
4.40 Case Studies: Turbine Design
2.4 Thermodynamics Applied to Turbomachinery
2.2 Marine Turbine Cycle Analysis
2.3 Compressible Flow Modeling
2.4 Turbine Stage Design
2.5 Component Selection and Sizing
2.6 Vibration and Fatigue Analysis
2.7 Performance and Efficiency Analysis
2.8 Noise and Emission Analysis Methods
2.9 Testing and Validation of Turbines
2.40 Case Studies: Failure Analysis
3.4 Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
3.2 Meshing and Discretization for Turbines
3.3 Turbulence Modeling
3.4 Flow Simulation in Blades and Rotors
3.5 Fluid-Structure Interaction Analysis
3.6 Heat Transfer Simulation
3.7 Design Optimization Using CFD
3.8 Results Analysis and Validation
3.9 CFD Applications in Turbine Design
3.40 Case Studies: CFD Simulations
4.4 Introduction to Aerospace Engineering
4.2 Design of Advanced Turbine Systems
4.3 Composite Materials and Special Alloys
4.4 Control and Automation Systems
4.5 Design of Lubrication and Cooling Systems
4.6 Integration of Turbines into Propulsion Systems
4.7 Performance and Efficiency Analysis
4.8 Design for Extreme Environments
4.9 Aerospace Regulations and Standards
4.40 Case Studies: Advanced Engineering
5.4 Performance and Efficiency Parameters
5.2 Optimization Techniques: Genetic Algorithms
5.3 Aerodynamic Design for Optimization
5.4 Combustion Optimization
5.5 Cooling Optimization
5.6 Emission Reduction
5.7 Optimization Modeling and Simulation
5.8 Sensitivity and Robustness Analysis
5.9 Practical Applications of Optimization
5.40 Case Studies: Turbine Optimization
6.4 Performance Evaluation Methods
6.2 Test Data Analysis
6.3 Fault Diagnosis and Root Cause Analysis
6.4 Bench Performance Testing
6.5 Vibration Analysis and Monitoring
6.6 Energy Efficiency Evaluation
6.7 Emission and Noise Analysis
6.8 Performance Improvement and Optimization
6.9 Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
6.40 Case Studies: Performance Evaluation
7.4 Principles of Aerospace Propulsion
7.2 Turbine Engines: Types and Applications
7.3 Intake and Exhaust System Design
7.4 Flight Performance Analysis
7.5 Engine Control Systems
7.6 Aviation Fuels and Lubricants
7.7 Environmental Impact of Propulsion
7.8 Aeronautical Regulations and Certifications
7.9 Development of New Propulsion Technologies
7.40 Case Studies: Aerospace Propulsion
8.4 Mathematical Modeling of Turbines
8.2 Numerical Simulation of Turbines
8.3 Conceptual and Preliminary Turbine Design
8.4 Detailed Component Design
8.5 Turbine Design Optimization
8.6 Design for Manufacturing and Assembly
8.7 Design for Service Life and Maintenance
8.8 Integration of Systems and Subsystems
8.9 Design and Simulation Tools
8.40 Case Studies: Modeling and Design
5. Design of Blades and Critical Components
5. Aerodynamic Optimization Techniques
3. Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Processes
4. Stress and Service Life Analysis
5. CFD Modeling and Simulation for Design
6. CAD/CAM Tools in Turbine Design
7. Control System Integration
8. Lubrication and Cooling System Design
9. Principles of Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics
50. Turbine Duty Cycle Analysis
55. Material Selection and Failure Analysis
55. Combustion Chamber and Nozzle Design
53. Vibration Analysis Methods
54. Noise and Emission Analysis
55. Bearing Design and Analysis
56. Numerical Simulation and Experimental Validation
57. Principles of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
58. Meshing and Discretization Techniques
59. Turbulence and Heat Transfer Modeling
50. Simulation Compressible and transonic flow
55. Internal flow analysis in blades and ducts
55. Validation of simulations using experimental data
53. Application of CFD in design and optimization
54. Simulation software: Fluent, OpenFOAM, etc.
55. Design and Analysis of Axial and Radial Turbines
56. Selection and Design of Turbine Component(s)
57. Integration of Control and Automation Systems
58. Performance and Efficiency Analysis
59. Design of Fuel and Lubrication Systems
30. Modeling and Simulation of Thermodynamic Systems
35. Risk and Reliability Analysis
35. Aerospace Industry Standards and Regulations
33. Performance Optimization Strategies
34. Reduction of Aerodynamic Losses
35. Optimization of Blade Design
36. Improvement of Combustion Efficiency
37. Emission and Noise Control
38. Optimization of Cooling Systems
39. Life Cycle and Cost Analysis
40. Predictive Maintenance Techniques
45. Testing and Trials on Test Benches
45. Data and Results Analysis
43. Troubleshooting and Failure Diagnosis
44. Life Evaluation 45. Useful use of components
46. Non-destructive testing (NDT)
47. Performance and efficiency evaluation
48. Vibration and noise analysis
49. Technical reports and documentation
50. Principles of aerospace propulsion
55. Turbine engine design and analysis
55. Intake and exhaust systems
53. Turbine blade and component design
54. Combustion and combustion chamber design
55. Material selection and manufacturing processes
56. Control system integration
57. Performance and efficiency optimization
58. Turbine modeling methodologies
59. Numerical simulation and results analysis
60. Design optimization using algorithms
61. Parametric design and sensitivity analysis
65. Cooling and lubrication system design
66. Material selection and manufacturing processes
67. Failure modeling and risk analysis 64. Design for manufacturing and assembly
6.6 Efficiency Assessment: Key Methods and Metrics in Aerospace Turbines
6.2 Failure Analysis: Identifying and Mitigating Performance Problems
6.3 Bench Testing: Designing and Executing Performance Tests
6.4 Sensors and Measurements: Advanced Instrumentation for Performance Monitoring
6.5 CFD Simulation: Validating and Optimizing Performance Using Software
6.6 Performance Curves: Interpreting and Analyzing Operating Characteristics
6.7 Fluid Dynamics: Impact on Performance Under Different Flight Conditions
6.8 Vibration Analysis: Detecting and Preventing Mechanical Problems
6.9 Life Cycle Assessment: Environmental Impact and Operating Costs
6.60 Continuous Improvement: Strategies for Optimizing Long-Term Performance
- 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.
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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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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”).