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Electromagnetic Compatibility Course in Rotorcraft Systems

Online 300 h course in electromagnetic compatibility in rotorcraft systems. 6 modules covering MIL-STD-461G (EMI requirements), MIL-STD-464C (system-level electromagnetic effects) and CST Studio Suite. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

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

Explain the electromagnetic coupling phenomena in rotary-wing aircraft.

02

Interpret the requirements of MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464C and DO-160G.

03

Apply shielding, bonding and filtering design techniques.

04

Plan emissions and susceptibility tests in the laboratory.

05

Assess protection against HIRF and lightning.

06

Diagnose and resolve interference problems on the platform.

07

Draft the EMC control plan for a helicopter.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Electromagnetic compatibility engineer who wants to specialise in Electromagnetic Compatibility in Rotorcraft Systems.
  • HIRF and lightning specialist who wants to specialise in Electromagnetic Compatibility in Rotorcraft Systems.
  • Avionics integration engineer who wants to specialise in Electromagnetic Compatibility in Rotorcraft Systems.
  • EMC laboratory technician who wants to specialise in Electromagnetic Compatibility in Rotorcraft Systems.
  • Helicopter certification engineer who wants to specialise in Electromagnetic Compatibility in Rotorcraft Systems.
  • Cable and shielding designer who wants to specialise in Electromagnetic Compatibility in Rotorcraft Systems.
  • Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter the helicopter industry.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • MIL-STD-461G (EMI requirements)
  • MIL-STD-464C (system-level electromagnetic effects)
  • RTCA DO-160G (sections 15 to 23)
  • CS-29.1317 (protection against HIRF)
  • AC 20-158A (FAA, HIRF)
  • SAE ARP5412 (aircraft lightning environment)
  • SAE ARP5583A (HIRF certification guidance)
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1Emission, immunity and coupling
  2. 1.2Conduction and radiation as mechanisms
  3. 1.3Frequency spectrum of interest and safety margins
  4. 1.4On-board sources: power conversion and switching
  5. 1.5External sources: radio communications and radar
  6. 1.6The aircraft electromagnetic environment
  7. 1.7Shielding, bonding and returns
  8. 1.8Field vocabulary and acronyms
  9. 1.9Common conceptual errors
  10. 1.10Exercise: identifying couplings in a diagram
  1. 2.1Certification requirements for airborne equipment
  2. 2.2Aeronautical emission and immunity test standards
  3. 2.3High-intensity radiated field requirements
  4. 2.4Lightning protection: direct and indirect
  5. 2.5Electrostatic discharge and in-flight charge build-up
  6. 2.6Compatibility requirements with radio navigation systems
  7. 2.7Differences between civil and military environments
  8. 2.8Programme compatibility control plan
  9. 2.9Requirements matrix by equipment
  10. 2.10Practical exercise: regulatory map of an onboard system
  1. 3.1Electrical architecture and harness segregation
  2. 3.2Cable selection and routing
  3. 3.3Cable shielding and terminations
  4. 3.4Filtering at inputs and outputs
  5. 3.5PCB design and ground planes
  6. 3.6Protection against transients
  7. 3.7Materials and structural electrical continuity
  8. 3.8Composites and their return path implications
  9. 3.9Documenting design decisions
  10. 3.10Practical exercise: compatibility review of a design
  1. 4.1Semi-anechoic chambers and reverberation chambers
  2. 4.2Instrumentation: analysers, probes and clamps
  3. 4.3Conducted and radiated emission tests
  4. 4.4Conducted and radiated immunity tests
  5. 4.5Transient and indirect lightning tests
  6. 4.6Full-aircraft level tests
  7. 4.7Acceptance criteria and performance categories
  8. 4.8Test repeatability and uncertainty
  9. 4.9Laboratory accreditation and traceability
  10. 4.10Practical exercise: critical review of a test report
  1. 5.1Diagnosing a test failure
  2. 5.2Source localisation techniques
  3. 5.3Corrective solutions and their design impact
  4. 5.4Retesting and deviation management
  5. 5.5Compatibility analysis between onboard systems
  6. 5.6Modification and reconfiguration management
  7. 5.7Certification file and evidence
  8. 5.8Maintaining compatibility in service
  9. 5.9Investigating in-service incidents
  10. 5.10Practical exercise: corrective action plan for a non-conformity
  1. 6.1Selecting the onboard system
  2. 6.2Analysis of the electromagnetic environment
  3. 6.3Requirements matrix and criteria
  4. 6.4Compatibility control plan
  5. 6.5Justified design decisions
  6. 6.6Test plan and sequence
  7. 6.7Planned management of findings
  8. 6.8Evidence file
  9. 6.9Methodology 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. There are no fixed timetables: 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 CST Studio Suite, ANSYS HFSS, Altair FEKO, MATLAB, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real EMC anechoic chamber procedures, conducted and radiated susceptibility tests, and lightning and HIRF simulation. Assessment is continuous, per module, plus the final integrating project.

Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with a rotor test rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL and vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-focused 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, with OT cyber security, 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.

Selecting the onboard system

Explain the electromagnetic coupling phenomena in rotary-wing aircraft.

Analysis of the electromagnetic environment

Interpret the requirements of MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464C and DO-160G.

Requirements matrix and criteria

Apply shielding, bonding and filtering design techniques.

Compatibility control plan

Plan emissions and susceptibility tests in the laboratory.

Justified design decisions

Assess protection against HIRF and lightning.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Electromagnetic compatibility engineerHIRF and lightning specialistAvionics integration engineerEMC laboratory technicianHelicopter certification engineerCable and shielding designer
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • No prior degree is 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 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 work with CST Studio Suite, ANSYS HFSS, Altair FEKO and MATLAB. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

A SEIUM Institute 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 in a Course or Postgraduate Diploma in the same area are recognised towards the higher programme. Please consult the recognition policy when you enrol.

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