Course in Dynamic Pressure Configuration
Online 300-hour course in dynamic pressure configuration. 6 modules covering UNECE Regulation No. 106 (tyres for agricultural vehicles), the ETRTO Standards Manual and Terranimo. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
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What you will be able to do
Explain tyre pressure as a working variable in the field and on the road.
Describe the components of on-the-go inflation and deflation systems.
Define pressure strategies according to load, operation and soil type.
Measure the effects on traction, consumption and soil compaction.
Plan the installation and maintenance of a variable pressure system.
Analyse the profitability and regulatory requirements of the system.
Draw up a pressure protocol for a specific farm operation.
Who it's for
- Precision agriculture technician wishing to specialise in Dynamic Pressure Configuration.
- Agricultural machinery adviser wishing to specialise in Dynamic Pressure Configuration.
- Soil agronomy engineer wishing to specialise in Dynamic Pressure Configuration.
- CTIS system installation technician wishing to specialise in Dynamic Pressure Configuration.
- Farm manager wishing to specialise in Dynamic Pressure Configuration.
- Dealership service technician wishing to specialise in Dynamic Pressure Configuration.
- Graduates in engineering or science seeking to enter agricultural operations.
What you'll work with
- UNECE Regulation No. 106 (tyres for agricultural vehicles)
- ETRTO Standards Manual
- ISO 4251-1 (agricultural tyres and rims)
- UNECE Regulation No. 141 (tyre pressure monitoring systems)
- ISO 11783 (ISOBUS)
- Regulation (EU) 167/2013 (type-approval of agricultural vehicles)
- ISO 16231-1 (stability of self-propelled agricultural machines)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Role of pressure in load-carrying capacity1.2Pressure and contact area1.3Pressure, compaction and traction1.4Manufacturer load and pressure tables1.5Working versus transport pressure: a conflict1.6Cost of operating at incorrect pressure1.7Manual and automatic adjustment systems1.8Use cases: agricultural, forestry and military1.9Common terminology1.10Workshop: calculating pressures for two scenarios
2.1Architecture of a variable pressure system2.2Compressor, reservoir and valves2.3Air transfer to the tyre: axles and hubs2.4Rotary unions and their maintenance2.5Pressure and temperature sensors2.6Control and pressure selection2.7Inflation and deflation times2.8Safety against total loss of pressure2.9Integration with the vehicle and its electronics2.10Practice: identifying system components
3.1Pressures by operation and by speed3.2Pressure in the field, on tracks and on the road3.3Automatic change by speed and by load3.4Reduced pressure for flotation and traction3.5Increased pressure for transport and durability3.6Minimum safety limits3.7Maximum time at reduced pressure3.8Interaction with ballasting3.9Documenting the strategy3.10Practice: defining a pressure strategy
4.1Measuring slip at different pressures4.2Measuring consumption and working capacity4.3Measuring soil compaction4.4Measuring the contact patch4.5Comparative trials on the same plot4.6Repeatability and control of variables4.7Interpreting results4.8Return on investment of the system4.9Usage indicators for the system4.10Practice: designing a comparative trial
5.1Installation on new and retrofitted vehicles5.2Compatibility with axles and tyres5.3Sizing the compressor and reservoir5.4Protection of lines and connectors5.5Maintenance of rotary unions5.6Diagnosing system leaks5.7System failure and fail-safe mode5.8Operator training5.9Incident logging5.10Practice: system maintenance plan
6.1System cost and amortisation6.2Savings on tyres and fuel6.3Agronomic benefit from reduced compaction6.4Public road travel requirements6.5Type approval of the installation6.6Grants and how they fit6.7Common errors in implementation6.8Real-life case results6.9Supplier selection and support6.10Final project: fleet implementation project
How you'll learn
100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine study with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Terranimo, Trelleborg Load & Pressure, MATLAB, advanced Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Trials are studied using real procedures for comparing slip and consumption at different pressures, measuring soil compaction with a penetrometer and verifying on-the-go inflation systems. Assessment is continuous, module by module, plus the final integrating project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Explain tyre pressure as a working variable in the field and on the road.
Describe the components of on-the-go inflation and deflation systems.
Define pressure strategies according to load, operation and soil type.
Measure the effects on traction, consumption and soil compaction.
Plan the installation and maintenance of a variable pressure system.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No previous degree is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- A sufficient level of Spanish to follow technical standards.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 300 hours, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, which is compatible with a full-time job.
The course works with Terranimo, Trelleborg Load & Pressure, MATLAB and advanced Excel. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM diploma on passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed on 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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