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Course in Restoration of Classic Steel Chassis

Online 300-hour course in restoration of classic steel chassis. 6 modules covering ISO 9606-1 (qualification of steel welders), ISO 5817 (quality levels for imperfections in welds) and AutoCAD (chassis dimensions). Personal tutor assigned and enrolment open.

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

What you will be able to do

01

Identify typologies of classic steel chassis.

02

Diagnose structural damage and misalignments.

03

Apply appropriate pickling and cleaning.

04

Repair and straighten the chassis using qualified welding.

05

Protect the chassis against corrosion.

06

Assemble the chassis and verify dimensions.

07

Document a chassis restoration project.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Chassis restorer who wants to specialise in Restoration of Classic Steel Chassis.
  • Structural welder who wants to specialise in Restoration of Classic Steel Chassis.
  • Classic vehicle panel beater who wants to specialise in Restoration of Classic Steel Chassis.
  • Jig technician who wants to specialise in Restoration of Classic Steel Chassis.
  • Anti-corrosion treatment technician who wants to specialise in Restoration of Classic Steel Chassis.
  • Classic vehicle restorer who wants to specialise in Restoration of Classic Steel Chassis.
  • Graduates in engineering or science who want to join classic vehicle restoration workshops.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • ISO 9606-1 (qualification of steel welders)
  • ISO 5817 (quality levels for imperfections in welds)
  • ISO 17637 (visual inspection of welds)
  • ISO 8501-1 (preparation grades of steel)
  • ISO 12944 (corrosion protection)
  • EN 10025 (structural steels)
  • ISO 1461 (hot-dip galvanising)
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1Ladder and cross-member chassis
  2. 1.2Ladder, cruciform and tubular frames
  3. 1.3Historical steels and their weldability
  4. 1.4Period riveted and welded joints
  5. 1.5Suspension and engine mounting points
  6. 1.6Chassis and independent bodies
  7. 1.7Typical corrosion on chassis
  8. 1.8Chassis numbers and legality
  9. 1.9Factory documentation
  10. 1.10Practice: reading chassis drawings
  1. 2.1Visual and hammer inspection
  2. 2.2Thickness measurement by ultrasound
  3. 2.3Crack detection by liquid penetrant
  4. 2.4Magnetic particle testing in critical areas
  5. 2.5Manufacturer's measurement points
  6. 2.6Diagonals and squareness checks
  7. 2.7Accident deformation
  8. 2.8Defective previous repairs
  9. 2.9Damage report
  10. 2.10Workshop: measuring a chassis on a jig
  1. 3.1Complete chassis dismantling
  2. 3.2Shot blasting
  3. 3.3Chemical pickling by immersion
  4. 3.4Removal of fillers and old repairs
  5. 3.5Temporary protection after pickling
  6. 3.6Post-cleaning inspection
  7. 3.7Repair of threads and bushings
  8. 3.8Inventory of loose parts
  9. 3.9Photographic record
  10. 3.10Practice: pickling and inspection of a cross-member
  1. 4.1Jig and anchoring system
  2. 4.2Cold and controlled-heat straightening
  3. 4.3Partial replacement of side members
  4. 4.4Grafts and internal reinforcements
  5. 4.5MIG and TIG welding on chassis
  6. 4.6Hot riveting in period style
  7. 4.7Recovery of brackets and lugs
  8. 4.8Control of weld distortion
  9. 4.9Final dimensional verification
  10. 4.10Workshop: grafting a section onto a side member
  1. 5.1Epoxy primer and chassis enamel
  2. 5.2Powder coating: pros and cons
  3. 5.3Cavity wax for side members
  4. 5.4Anti-vibration mounts and bushings
  5. 5.5Suspension and steering assembly
  6. 5.6Torque values and fasteners
  7. 5.7Aligning the body on the chassis
  8. 5.8Approval of modifications
  9. 5.9Roadworthiness inspection of historic vehicles
  10. 5.10Case study: restoring a 1950s chassis
  1. 6.1Chassis selection
  2. 6.2Documented initial diagnosis
  3. 6.3Repair plan
  4. 6.4Pickling and inspection
  5. 6.5Structural repairs
  6. 6.6Dimensional verification
  7. 6.7Anti-corrosion protection
  8. 6.8Component assembly
  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 a dedicated technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine the course with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is AutoCAD (chassis dimensions), Fusion 360, advanced Excel (measurement records), in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for alignment measurement on a jig, shot blasting and pickling of the chassis, and visual inspection of welds. Assessment is continuous, module by module, plus the final integrating project.

Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-oriented final project:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry mentoring:teaching staff 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, with ciber-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.

Chassis selection

Identify typologies of classic steel chassis.

Documented initial diagnosis

Diagnose structural damage and misalignments.

Repair plan

Apply appropriate pickling and cleaning.

Pickling and inspection

Repair and straighten the chassis using qualified welding.

Structural repairs

Protect the chassis against corrosion.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Chassis restorerStructural welderClassic vehicle panel beaterJig technicianAnti-corrosion treatment technicianClassic vehicle restorer
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

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

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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 a full-time job.

You will work with AutoCAD (chassis dimensions), Fusion 360, advanced Excel (measurement records). Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

An own diploma from SEIUM 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 can be credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.

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