Course in Ethics in Environmental Testing in Defence
Online 300 h course in ethics in environmental testing in defence. 6 modules covering MIL-STD-810H (environmental considerations and laboratory tests), STANAG 4370 / AECTP-200 (NATO environmental conditions) and LabVIEW. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
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What you will be able to do
Understand equipment environmental testing according to MIL-STD-810H and AECTP-200.
Assess the environmental impact of test campaigns in the laboratory and in the field.
Apply criteria for protecting land and biodiversity in field testing.
Ensure the integrity of qualification processes and their reports.
Integrate life cycle analysis into test planning.
Analyse the sustainability policies applicable to the defence sector.
Develop a sustainable environmental qualification plan for an item of equipment.
Who it's for
- Environmental testing engineer wishing to specialise in Ethics in Environmental Testing in Defence.
- Defence environmental technician wishing to specialise in Ethics in Environmental Testing in Defence.
- Equipment qualification manager wishing to specialise in Ethics in Environmental Testing in Defence.
- Environmental auditor wishing to specialise in Ethics in Environmental Testing in Defence.
- Sustainability engineer wishing to specialise in Ethics in Environmental Testing in Defence.
- Quality manager in defence programmes wishing to specialise in Ethics in Environmental Testing in Defence.
- Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter the defence industry.
What you'll work with
- MIL-STD-810H (environmental considerations and laboratory tests)
- STANAG 4370 / AECTP-200 (NATO environmental conditions)
- RTCA DO-160G (environmental conditions for aeronautical equipment)
- Law 21/2013 (environmental assessment)
- ISO 14001 (environmental management)
- Law 26/2007 (environmental liability)
- ISO 14040 (life cycle analysis)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Purpose of environmental qualification1.2MIL-STD-810H: structure and philosophy1.3Adapting the test to the life cycle1.4Temperature, humidity and thermal shock1.5Random and sinusoidal vibration1.6Mechanical shock and drop1.7Salt fog and corrosive atmospheres1.8Rain, dust, sand and immersion1.9Electromagnetic compatibility tests1.10Workshop: environmental profile of a portable item of equipment
2.1Energy consumption of climatic chambers2.2Refrigerant gases and Regulation (EU) 2024/5732.3Water and waste from corrosion tests2.4Dust and particles in sand tests2.5Contamination of test ranges2.6Carbon footprint of qualification campaigns2.7Management systems according to ISO 140012.8Reducing tests through modelling2.9Environmental indicators for the laboratory2.10Practice: emissions inventory for a campaign
3.1Military ranges and natural areas3.2Natura 2000 network and impact assessment3.3Wildlife, noise and acoustic impact3.4Soil and aquifer contamination3.5Environmental restoration after testing3.6Nearby communities and public health3.7Cultural heritage in test areas3.8NATO environmental doctrine: STANAG 71413.9Transparency of environmental data3.10Case study: test on a protected manoeuvre area
4.1Testing until success and bias4.2Deviations from the procedure4.3Shortened tests under time pressure4.4Equipment that fails in service despite qualification4.5Liability towards users in the field4.6Laboratory independence4.7ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation4.8Recording and archiving of results4.9Management of non-conformities4.10Case study: in-service failure after an incomplete qualification
5.1European climate and defence strategies5.2Hazardous materials: hexavalent chromium and alternatives5.3REACH and defence exemptions5.4Eco-design of military equipment5.5End of life and demilitarisation5.6Green public procurement in defence5.7Sustainability reports5.8The ethics of efficiency versus safety5.9Participation of NGOs and civil society5.10Workshop: replacing a hazardous material
6.1Selecting the equipment and its usage profile6.2Environmental test plan6.3Environmental impact assessment6.4Footprint reduction measures6.5Results integrity protocol6.6Waste management plan6.7Communication with stakeholders6.8Final ethical assessment6.9Report and presentation6.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine it with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is LabVIEW, MATLAB, SimaPro, QGIS, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for climatic and vibration chambers, field tests in manoeuvre areas, and environmental qualification audits. Assessment is continuous per 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.
Understand equipment environmental testing according to MIL-STD-810H and AECTP-200.
Assess the environmental impact of test campaigns in the laboratory and in the field.
Apply criteria for protecting land and biodiversity in field tests.
Ensure the integrity of qualification processes and their reports.
Integrate life cycle analysis into test planning.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient level of Spanish to follow the reading of 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 consists of 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of between 10 and 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
The course uses LabVIEW, MATLAB, SimaPro, QGIS. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating 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 recognised towards the advanced programme. Please check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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