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Two-Stroke Marine Diesel Engines Course

Online 300 h course in two-stroke marine diesel engines. 6 modules covering MARPOL Annex VI Regulation 13 Nitrogen oxides, Technical Code on NOx 2008 (Res. MEPC.177(58)) and MAN CEAS Engine Calculations. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

Duration300 h
ModeOnline
Start datesOctober / March
LocationEurope (Madrid)
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Understand the cycle and architecture of two-stroke engines.

02

Analyse supercharging and electronic injection systems.

03

Manage fuels and cylinder lubrication.

04

Apply Tier III emissions compliance strategies.

05

Diagnose engine condition using operating data.

06

Plan maintenance of slow-speed crosshead engines.

07

Select the appropriate propulsion plant for a vessel.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Chief engineer wishing to specialise in two-stroke marine diesel engines.
  • Engineer officer wishing to specialise in two-stroke marine diesel engines.
  • Technical superintendent wishing to specialise in two-stroke marine diesel engines.
  • Engine service engineer wishing to specialise in two-stroke marine diesel engines.
  • Engine room project engineer wishing to specialise in two-stroke marine diesel engines.
  • Classification society surveyor wishing to specialise in two-stroke marine diesel engines.
  • Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter shipping companies.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • MARPOL Annex VI Regulation 13 Nitrogen oxides
  • Technical Code on NOx 2008 (Res. MEPC.177(58))
  • ISO 8217 Petroleum products — Fuels (class F) — Specifications of marine fuels
  • IACS UR M53 Calculation of crankshafts for internal combustion engines
  • SOLAS Convention, Chapter II-1 Part C Machinery installations
  • ISO 15550 Internal combustion engines: determination and method for the measurement of power
  • IACS UR M10 Protection of internal combustion engines against crankcase explosions
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1Two-stroke diesel cycle and indicator diagram
  2. 1.2Uniflow scavenging and ports
  3. 1.3Large-power slow-speed crosshead engines
  4. 1.4Bedplate, frame and tie rods
  5. 1.5Piston, piston rod and stuffing box
  6. 1.6Semi-built crankshaft and bearings
  7. 1.7Direct coupling to fixed-pitch propeller
  8. 1.8Manufacturers and families: MAN B&W and WinGD
  9. 1.9Load curves and engine limit diagram
  10. 1.10Practical case: load diagram of a slow-speed engine
  1. 2.1Turbochargers and their coupling
  2. 2.2Scavenge air coolers
  3. 2.3ME electronically controlled and X-DF engines
  4. 2.4Common rail and hydraulic injection
  5. 2.5Hydraulically actuated exhaust valve
  6. 2.6Maximum combustion pressure adjustment
  7. 2.7Low-load operation and slow steaming
  8. 2.8Turbocharger cut-out
  9. 2.9Auxiliary scavenge blowers
  10. 2.10Practical: analysis of cylinder pressure diagrams
  1. 3.1Heavy fuel oil and VLSFO fuels
  2. 3.2Fuel treatment: separators and filters
  3. 3.3Viscosity and injection temperature
  4. 3.4Cylinder lubrication and BN number
  5. 3.5Alpha and Pulse lubrication systems
  6. 3.6Cat fines and liner wear
  7. 3.7LNG dual-fuel engines
  8. 3.8Methanol and ammonia in two-stroke engines
  9. 3.9Oil analysis and sampling
  10. 3.10Workshop: cylinder oil dosage according to sulphur content
  1. 4.1NOx formation in slow-speed engines
  2. 4.2Tier II and Tier III limits
  3. 4.3Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
  4. 4.4High-pressure selective catalytic reduction (SCR)
  5. 4.5SOx scrubbers
  6. 4.6NOx Technical Code and EIAPP
  7. 4.7Engine mismatch and EPL power adjustments
  8. 4.8On-board emissions measurement
  9. 4.9Unburnt methane in dual-fuel engines
  10. 4.10Practical case: Tier III strategy in an ECA zone
  1. 5.1Inspection through scavenge ports
  2. 5.2Measurement of liner and ring wear
  3. 5.3Overhaul of cylinder covers and exhaust valves
  4. 5.4Typical faults: scavenge and crankcase fires
  5. 5.5Oil mist detector
  6. 5.6Engine performance monitoring
  7. 5.7Condition-based maintenance
  8. 5.8Crankshaft alignment: deflections
  9. 5.9Spare parts management and planning
  10. 5.10Laboratory: interpreting a deflection report
  1. 6.1Operating profile and required propulsion power
  2. 6.2Engine selection and contractual rating point
  3. 6.3Design of fuel and lubrication systems
  4. 6.4Emissions compliance strategy
  5. 6.5Propeller and shafting integration
  6. 6.6Preventive maintenance plan
  7. 6.7Fuel consumption and operating cost analysis
  8. 6.8Evaluation of fuel alternatives
  9. 6.9Report and presentation
  10. 6.10Final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, making it compatible with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is MAN CEAS Engine Calculations, WinGD GTD (General Technical Data), MATLAB, DNV Nauticus Machinery, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for cylinder pressure diagram analysis, liner inspection through scavenge ports, and crankshaft deflection measurement. Assessment is continuous per module plus the final integrative project.

Accredited laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor test rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-driven final project:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operating limits.
Industry mentoring:lecturers with experience in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible format(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:safety-by-design approach, OT cybersecurity, DIH and compliance as core pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Operating profile and required propulsion power

Understand the cycle and architecture of two-stroke engines.

Engine selection and contractual rating point

Analyse supercharging and electronic injection systems.

Design of fuel and lubrication systems

Manage fuels and cylinder lubrication.

Emissions compliance strategy

Apply Tier III emissions compliance strategies.

Propeller and shafting integration

Diagnose engine condition using operating data.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Chief engineerEngineer officerTechnical superintendentEngine service engineerEngine room project engineerClassification society surveyor
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • No prior degree is required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient level of Spanish to follow technical regulations.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme totals 300 hours spread over 3 to 5 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours per week on average, compatible with full-time work.

You will work with MAN CEAS Engine Calculations, WinGD GTD (General Technical Data), MATLAB and DNV Nauticus Machinery. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

A SEIUM Institute own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.

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