Basic composites course for aeronautics
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The Basic Composites for Aerospace course introduces the essential fundamentals of manufacturing, designing, and applying composite materials in the aerospace industry. It focuses on understanding the properties of composite materials, such as carbon fiber and fiberglass, and their advantages over traditional materials like aluminum. The course covers key composite manufacturing processes, including lamination, curing, and cutting, as well as basic inspection and repair techniques.
Participants will gain knowledge of the behavior of composites under load, including concepts of structural analysis and design of simple structures. The course also covers relevant regulations and standards in the aerospace industry, with an emphasis on safety and quality. This training is ideal for engineers, technicians, and professionals seeking a solid introduction to the world of composites, paving the way for roles in the manufacturing, maintenance, and design of aeronautical components.
Basic composites course for aeronautics
- Format: Hybrid
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 3
620 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. Aeronautical Composites Mastery: Fundamentals and Practical Applications
- Understand the theory of elasticity and fracture mechanics as applied to aerospace composite materials.
- Identify and analyze the different types of failures in composites, including delamination, matrix fracture, and fiber breakage.
- Apply design principles to minimize crack propagation and maximize component lifespan.
- Master composite manufacturing techniques, including lamination, resin transfer molding (RTM), and autoclaving.
- Select appropriate composite materials for each aerospace application, considering their mechanical, chemical, and thermal properties.
- Perform structural analyses using finite element analysis (FEA) software to predict component behavior under load.
- Interpret non-destructive testing (NDT) results to detect defects and assess component integrity.
- Apply relevant regulations and standards The aerospace industry in the design, manufacturing, and maintenance of composite components.
Develop problem-solving and decision-making skills in the context of aerospace composite engineering.
Evaluate the environmental impact of composite materials and explore options for reducing their carbon footprint.
2. Rotor Modeling and Performance: Design and Optimization
- Gain in-depth analysis of crucial aeroelastic couplings, including flap-lag-torsion, whirl flutter, and structural fatigue assessment.
- Master the dimensioning of laminated structures fabricated from composite materials, as well as the design of bonded joints using finite element (FE) analysis techniques.
- Apply damage tolerance strategies in design, along with the implementation of advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, such as ultrasonic testing (UT), radiography (RT), and thermography.
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. Fundamentals of Composites: A Journey from Basics to Aviation
4. Composites Fundamentals: A Journey from Basics to Aviation
- Understand the manufacturing and properties of composite materials.
- Study the different types of fibers and matrices, and their interaction.
- Explore the design and analysis techniques for composite structures.
- Learn about manufacturing processes, including lamination, molding, and curing.
- Analyze flap-lag-torsion, whirl flutter, and fatigue couplings.
- Dimension laminates in composites, joints, and bonded joints with FE.
- Implement damage tolerance and NDT (UT/RT/thermography).
- Become familiar with the applications of Composites in the aerospace industry, including wings, fuselages, and structural components.
Understand the aerospace industry regulations and standards related to composite materials.
Evaluate the durability and life cycle of composite structures.
5. Excellence in Aeronautical Composites: Design, Manufacturing and Repair
5. Excellence in Aerospace Composites: Design, Manufacturing, and Repair
Master the design and analysis of composite structures for aircraft.
Understand the principles of composite manufacturing, including processes such as lamination, curing, and molding.
Learn advanced composite repair techniques, covering everything from minor damage to critical structural issues.
Apply knowledge of aerospace composite materials to the design and evaluation of structural integrity.
Utilize finite element analysis (FEA) simulation software for design optimization and structural behavior prediction.
Analyze critical failure modes in aerospace composites, such as delamination, fiber breakage, and matrix failure.
Establish acceptance and rejection criteria for composite repair.
Work with different types of composite materials, including carbon fiber and fiberglass. and aramid.
Perform non-destructive testing (NDT) on composite structures.
Apply aerospace industry standards and regulations in the design, manufacturing, and repair of composites.
6. Aeronautical Composites: From Concept to Aviation
6. Aeronautical Composites: From Concept to Aviation
- Evaluate the structural behavior of aeronautical components manufactured with composite materials under various loads and stresses, including flap-lag-torsion coupling analyses that affect wing stability, as well as whirl flutter phenomena and the effects of fatigue over time.
- Design and dimension composite laminates using finite element (FE) analysis software, including calculating fiber thicknesses and orientations to optimize strength and weight.
Furthermore, learn to design structural and bonded joints, considering load transfer and failure prevention.
Apply damage tolerance techniques to evaluate the capacity of a composite structure to withstand damage, as well as non-destructive testing (NDT) methods such as ultrasonic testing (UT), radiography (RT), and thermography for the inspection and detection of defects in composite materials, ensuring the safety and reliability of aircraft.
Who this program is for:
Basic composites course for aeronautics
- 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 Composite Materials: Structure and Properties
1.2 Types of Composites: Resins, Fibers, and Reinforcements
1.3 Advantages and Disadvantages of Composites in Aviation
1.4 Applications of Composites in Aircraft
1.5 Manufacturing Process: Molding and Curing
1.6 Quality Control and Non-Destructive Testing
1.7 Design of Composite Structures: Key Considerations
1.8 Repair and Maintenance of Composite Components
1.9 Regulations and Standards of the Aerospace Industry
1.10 Case Studies: Successes and Challenges in the Use of Composites
2.2 Rotor Aerodynamics: Principles and Design
2.2 Numerical Modeling: CFD and Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
2.3 Blade Design: Geometry, Materials, and Airfoils
2.4 Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Applied to Rotors
2.5 Performance Analysis: Lift, Drag, and Efficiency
2.6 Design Optimization: Noise and Vibration Reduction
2.7 Rotor Stability and Control
2.8 Rotor-Aircraft Integration
2.9 Design of Flight Control Systems for Rotors
2.20 Rotor Design Testing and Validation
3.3 Selection of Composite Materials and Their Properties
3.2 Design of Molds and Tooling for Manufacturing
3.3 Manual and Automated Rolling Techniques
3.4 Curing Processes: Temperature, Pressure, and Time
3.5 Quality Control and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
3.6 Cutting and Machining Methods for Composites
3.7 Joining and Assembling Composite Components
3.8 Repairing Composite Structures: Procedures and Materials
3.9 Aeronautical Manufacturing Standards and Regulations
3.30 Case Studies: Examples of Composite Manufacturing in Aircraft
4.4 Introduction to Composite Materials
4.2 Mechanical Properties of Composites
4.3 Resins and Reinforcements: Types and Selection
4.4 Composite Manufacturing Processes
4.5 Basic Design of Composite Components
4.6 Quality Control in Composite Manufacturing
4.7 Repair and Maintenance of Composites
4.8 Applications of Composites in Aviation
4.9 Regulations and Standards in Aerospace Composites
4.40 Future Trends in the Use of Composites
5.5 Advanced Design and Manufacturing of Composite Structures
5.5 Structural Analysis and Numerical Simulation
5.3 High-Performance Composite Materials and Their Applications
5.4 Advanced Manufacturing Techniques for Aerospace Composites
5.5 Quality Control and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
5.6 Repair and Maintenance of Composite Structures
5.7 Design of Joints and Connections in Composites
5.8 Durability and Aging of Composite Materials
5.9 Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/DFA) in Composites
5.50 Regulatory and Certification Aspects in the Aerospace Industry
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 Study: Go/No-Go with 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”).