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Course in Modular Design and Sustainability in Defence Vehicles

Online 300-hour course in modular design and sustainability in defence vehicles. 6 modules covering STANAG 4754 (NGVA, land vehicle architecture), ISO 14040 / ISO 14044 (life cycle assessment) and SimaPro. Dedicated tutor and open enrolment.

Duration300 h
ModeOnline
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Explain the advantages of modularity in defence platforms.

02

Design interfaces that conform to open architectures such as NGVA.

03

Carry out a life cycle assessment in accordance with ISO 14040.

04

Integrate sustainability criteria into the supply chain.

05

Apply the systems engineering processes of ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288.

06

Plan the implementation and management of a modular programme.

07

Develop an integrating project in sustainable modular design.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Systems engineer looking to specialise in Modular design and sustainability in defence vehicles.
  • Modular platform architect looking to specialise in Modular design and sustainability in defence vehicles.
  • Sustainability engineer looking to specialise in Modular design and sustainability in defence vehicles.
  • Programme manager looking to specialise in Modular design and sustainability in defence vehicles.
  • Sustainable procurement manager looking to specialise in Modular design and sustainability in defence vehicles.
  • Integrated logistics support engineer looking to specialise in Modular design and sustainability in defence vehicles.
  • Engineering or science graduates looking to enter the defence industry.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • STANAG 4754 (NGVA, land vehicle architecture)
  • ISO 14040 / ISO 14044 (life cycle assessment)
  • ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288 (system life cycle processes)
  • ISO 20400 (sustainable procurement)
  • Regulation (EU) 2024/1781 (ecodesign)
  • Directive 2009/81/EC
  • ISO 14006 (ecodesign)
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1What is an open modular architecture
  2. 1.2Vehicle families on a common base
  3. 1.3Interchangeable mission modules
  4. 1.4Mechanical, electrical and data interfaces
  5. 1.5Benefits: cost, timescale and evolution
  6. 1.6Risks: design and weight trade-offs
  7. 1.7Well-known modular family case studies
  8. 1.8Sector vocabulary and acronyms
  9. 1.9Relationship with allied interoperability
  10. 1.10Exercise: breaking down a platform into modules
  1. 2.1Definition and control of interfaces
  2. 2.2Open standards versus proprietary solutions
  3. 2.3Power and data interfaces on board
  4. 2.4Mounting, anchorages and tolerances
  5. 2.5Thermal and cooling management of modules
  6. 2.6Electromagnetic compatibility between modules
  7. 2.7Functional safety in modular integration
  8. 2.8Verification of module conformity
  9. 2.9Interface control documents
  10. 2.10Practice: writing a module interface
  1. 3.1Life cycle cost of a modular family
  2. 3.2Design for maintenance and repair
  3. 3.3Obsolescence management by module
  4. 3.4Progressive upgrading of capabilities
  5. 3.5Reuse of modules across platforms
  6. 3.6Materials and their environmental impact
  7. 3.7Energy efficiency of the whole system
  8. 3.8End of life and dismantling
  9. 3.9Circular economy applied to the sector
  10. 3.10Practice: life cycle cost analysis
  1. 4.1Modular sourcing strategy
  2. 4.2Competition between module suppliers
  3. 4.3Ownership of interfaces and data
  4. 4.4Rights over technical documentation
  5. 4.5Specifications that favour open architecture
  6. 4.6Risk of dependence on a single supplier
  7. 4.7Qualification of new modules
  8. 4.8Fleet configuration management
  9. 4.9Logistics support for many variants
  10. 4.10Practice: modular procurement strategy
  1. 5.1Capability evolution roadmap
  2. 5.2Managing requirements from multiple users
  3. 5.3Integration and verification milestones
  4. 5.4Real interchangeability tests
  5. 5.5Training and documentation by module
  6. 5.6Success indicators for the architecture
  7. 5.7Long-term governance of interfaces
  8. 5.8Lessons learned from previous programmes
  9. 5.9Typical risks and their mitigation
  10. 5.10Practice: roadmap for a modular family
  1. 6.1Choosing the vehicle family
  2. 6.2Justified modular decomposition
  3. 6.3Definition of key interfaces
  4. 6.4Life cycle cost analysis
  5. 6.5Procurement and ownership strategy
  6. 6.6Interchangeability verification plan
  7. 6.7Evolution roadmap
  8. 6.8Configuration management plan
  9. 6.9Technical report
  10. 6.10Project defence
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 timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it easy to fit around work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is SimaPro, openLCA, Cameo Systems Modeler, Siemens Teamcenter, Microsoft Project, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied through real procedures: life cycle analysis of a module, MBSE modelling of interfaces, and supplier evaluation. Assessment is continuous, module by module, plus the final integrating project.

Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with a rotor test rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-oriented Master's Thesis: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, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as its pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

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

Choosing the vehicle family

Explain the advantages of modularity in defence platforms.

Justified modular decomposition

Design interfaces that conform to open architectures such as NGVA.

Definition of key interfaces

Carry out a life cycle assessment in accordance with ISO 14040.

Life cycle cost analysis

Integrate sustainability criteria into the supply chain.

Procurement and ownership strategy

Apply the systems engineering processes of ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Systems engineerModular platform architectSustainability engineerProgramme managerSustainable procurement managerIntegrated logistics support engineer
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

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

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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 a full-time job.

You will work with SimaPro, openLCA, Cameo Systems Modeler, Siemens Teamcenter and Microsoft Project. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor will indicate the free alternative where one exists.

An 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 credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.

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