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Course in NCAP Validation of Seats and Head Restraints

300-hour online course in NCAP validation of seats and head restraints. 6 modules covering the Euro NCAP whiplash test protocol, UNECE Regulation No. 17 (seats, anchorages and head restraints) and LS-DYNA. 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

Explain the biomechanics of cervical injuries in rear impact.

02

Interpret seat and head restraint test protocols.

03

Describe the dummies and instrumentation used.

04

Analyse seat design aimed at occupant protection.

05

Use simulation for development and outcome prediction.

06

Evaluate results against scoring criteria.

07

Plan a seat validation project.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Passive safety engineer looking to specialise in NCAP Validation of seats and head restraints.
  • Impact testing engineer looking to specialise in NCAP Validation of seats and head restraints.
  • Crash CAE simulation engineer looking to specialise in NCAP Validation of seats and head restraints.
  • Seat designer looking to specialise in NCAP Validation of seats and head restraints.
  • Dummy instrumentation technician looking to specialise in NCAP Validation of seats and head restraints.
  • Type-approval engineer looking to specialise in NCAP Validation of seats and head restraints.
  • Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter the automotive industry.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • Euro NCAP whiplash test protocol
  • UNECE Regulation No. 17 (seats, anchorages and head restraints)
  • UNECE Regulation No. 25 (head restraints)
  • FMVSS 202a (head restraints)
  • ISO 6487 (instrumentation in impact tests)
  • SAE J211 (instrumentation for impact tests)
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1Whiplash mechanism
  2. 1.2Relative head-torso movement
  3. 1.3Minor cervical injuries and their social cost
  4. 1.4Influence of seat geometry
  5. 1.5Backrest stiffness and energy absorbed
  6. 1.6Head restraint position: height and distance
  7. 1.7Differences by sex and stature
  8. 1.8Injury criteria NIC and Nkm
  9. 1.9Accident data
  10. 1.10Practical: analysis of a whiplash case
  1. 2.1Euro NCAP whiplash protocol
  2. 2.2Dynamic sled test
  3. 2.3Low, medium and high severity pulses
  4. 2.4Geometric measurement of head restraints
  5. 2.5HRMD tool and H-point manikin
  6. 2.6Rear seat testing
  7. 2.7Protection against luggage intrusion
  8. 2.8Scoring and penalties
  9. 2.9Comparison with IIHS
  10. 2.10Laboratory: interpreting a whiplash report
  1. 3.1BioRID II dummy
  2. 3.2Dummy calibration and certification
  3. 3.3Accelerometers and load cells
  4. 3.4Dummy positioning
  5. 3.5CFC signal filtering
  6. 3.6High-speed cameras
  7. 3.7Repeatability and reproducibility
  8. 3.8Measurement uncertainty
  9. 3.9Laboratory maintenance
  10. 3.10Practical: processing signals from a test
  1. 4.1Seat structure and frame
  2. 4.2Active and reactive head restraints
  3. 4.3WHIPS and similar systems
  4. 4.4Foams and cushioning
  5. 4.5Recliner and anchorages
  6. 4.6UNECE R17 regulation
  7. 4.7UNECE R25 head restraint regulation
  8. 4.8Side airbag integration
  9. 4.9Comfort-safety trade-off
  10. 4.10Workshop: adjustable head restraint concept
  1. 5.1Seat finite element models
  2. 5.2BioRID numerical models
  3. 5.3Test-simulation correlation
  4. 5.4Stiffness and geometry optimisation
  5. 5.5Component testing
  6. 5.6Development plan through to type approval
  7. 5.7Production variability
  8. 5.8Production conformity testing
  9. 5.9Evolution of Euro NCAP protocols
  10. 5.10Case study: improving a seat's score
  1. 6.1Seat selection
  2. 6.2Geometry analysis
  3. 6.3Test plan
  4. 6.4Preliminary simulation
  5. 6.5Simulated test results
  6. 6.6Score calculation
  7. 6.7Improvement proposal
  8. 6.8Verification plan
  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 Institute campus, with downloadable material, recorded lectures and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, making it possible to combine with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is LS-DYNA, Madymo, DIAdem, Python (pandas), ANSA, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real whiplash sled test procedures, seat head restraint geometry measurement and simulation with the BioRID II dummy model. Assessment is continuous per module plus the final integrative project.

Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with a rotor test rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-driven final project:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational 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:a safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, 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.

Seat selection

Explain the biomechanics of cervical injuries in rear impact.

Geometry analysis

Interpret seat and head restraint test protocols.

Test plan

Describe the dummies and instrumentation used.

Preliminary simulation

Analyse seat design aimed at occupant protection.

Simulated test results

Use simulation for development and outcome prediction.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Passive safety engineerImpact testing engineerCrash CAE simulation engineerSeat designerDummy instrumentation technicianHomologation engineer
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

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

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme consists of 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with full-time work.

The programme uses LS-DYNA, Madymo, DIAdem, Python (pandas) and ANSA. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

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

Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are credited towards the higher-level programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.

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