Icing and Meteorology Training Course
About our
The Icing and Meteorology Training Course provides specialized knowledge in aeronautical meteorology, focusing on the study of icing formation on aircraft and its effects on flight. It covers the interpretation of meteorological data, the use of prediction models, and the application of techniques for icing detection and avoidance. It focuses on understanding atmospheric dynamics and their impact on flight safety, covering topics such as cloud cover and precipitation, temperature and humidity, and hazardous weather phenomena. The course prepares participants to analyze and manage risks related to in-flight icing, complying with current aviation regulations and safety standards. It offers practical tools for decision-making in icing conditions, including the use of ice detection equipment and the application of safety procedures. The training is geared towards roles such as pilots, air traffic controllers, and aeronautical meteorologists, improving the ability to ensure safety and efficiency in air operations.
Icing and Meteorology Training Course
- Format: Hybrid
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 3
249 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. **Mastery of Icing and Meteorology: Naval Fundamentals and Applications**
- Understand the phenomena of ice formation (icing) in maritime environments, including ice types, growth mechanisms, and influencing factors.
- Interpret key meteorological data for navigation, such as wind, pressure, temperature, visibility, swell, and ocean currents.
- Apply weather forecasts and numerical models for route planning, navigational safety, and strategic decision-making.
- Identify and assess the risks associated with icing on ships and naval equipment, and design mitigation strategies.
- Utilize meteorological observation tools and techniques, including buoys, satellites, and radar systems, to obtain accurate, real-time information.
- Analyze the impact of icing on the stability, performance, and efficiency of ships.
- Evaluate the impact of meteorology on naval operations, including maneuvers and operations of Rescue and logistics.
Apply international regulations and standards related to meteorological safety and icing prevention.
Develop skills for the effective communication of meteorological information to crews, commanders, and other naval professionals.
Understand the role of meteorology in risk management and decision-making in emergency situations.
2. **Rotor Modeling: Performance and Advanced Analysis for Navigation**
- Master in-depth rotor modeling and analysis, crucial for safe and efficient navigation.
- Understand and predict the behavior of rotors subjected to complex aerodynamic and structural interactions.
- Apply advanced analysis techniques to optimize rotor design and performance.
- Evaluate the impact of dynamic loads, including vibrations and resonances.
- Model and analyze rotor behavior under extreme conditions, such as high speeds and demanding maneuvers.
- Learn to simulate and predict rotor lifespan, considering the effects of fatigue and wear.
- Implement numerical analysis (FEA) methods to simulate the structural behavior of rotors.
- Design and evaluate the structural integrity of rotors, using composite materials and advanced joining techniques.
- Understand and apply damage tolerance concepts to
- Ensure the safety and reliability of the rotors.
- Use non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques to inspect and evaluate the condition of the rotors.
- Analyze flap-lag-torsion, whirl flutter, and fatigue couplings.
- Dimension laminates in composites, joints, and bonded joints with FE.
- Implement damage tolerance and NDT (UT/RT/thermography).
3. Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)
You will learn to integrate the entire product development process, from initial model conception to final validation, applying user-centered methodologies. You will develop skills in parametric design, ergonomics, simulation, sustainable materials, 3D visualization, and manufacturing management, ensuring efficient, safe solutions that meet current industry standards.
4. **In-Depth Analysis of Icing and Meteorology: Strategic Applications in Navigation**
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Understand the formation and evolution of ice (icing) in maritime environments, including its types and effects on navigation.
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Interpret key meteorological data for navigation, such as temperature, atmospheric pressure, wind, waves, and visibility.
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Evaluate the impact of icing on the stability, maneuverability, and safety of vessels, as well as on the efficiency of navigation systems.
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Apply icing and weather prediction models to anticipate hazardous conditions and plan safe routes.
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Use real-time icing and weather monitoring tools and techniques, including weather radars, onboard weather stations, and buoys.
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Develop icing mitigation strategies, such as the use of de-icing systems and the selection of optimal routes.
Understand international regulations and standards related to icing and meteorology in navigation, including mandatory weather reports and ice zones.
Analyze case studies of maritime accidents related to icing and meteorology, identifying root causes and lessons learned.
Integrate icing and meteorological information into navigational decision-making, including route planning, risk management, and emergency preparedness.
Use navigation simulations and models to practice decision-making in icing and adverse weather scenarios.
5. **Naval Meteorology: Icing Prediction and its Impact on Navigation**
5. **Naval Meteorology: Icing Prediction and its Impact on Navigation**
Understand the fundamentals of ice formation (icing) in maritime environments.
Identify the types of ice that can affect vessels and their structures.
Analyze the key meteorological variables that contribute to ice formation, including temperature, humidity, wind, and precipitation.
Use icing prediction models to anticipate ice formation in different geographic areas and weather conditions.
Evaluate the impact of icing on stability, performance, and navigational safety.
Apply ice mitigation techniques, such as de-icing systems, to minimize risks.
Interpret and use meteorological information, including icing maps and forecasts, for navigation planning.
Adapt operations Naval icing conditions, considering route selection, speeds, and maneuvers.
Understand the international regulations and standards related to icing management in navigation.
Study practical case studies of icing-related incidents and analyze the lessons learned.
6. **Icing and Meteorology: Impact and Applications in Naval Operations**
6. **Icing and Meteorology: Impact and Applications in Naval Operations**
Identify and understand icing phenomena in different marine environments and their implications for navigation.
Evaluate the effects of icing on the stability, performance, and safety of vessels, including alterations to weight, center of gravity, and aerodynamics.
Analyze the principles of maritime meteorology, including the formation of storms, fronts, and other atmospheric phenomena relevant to navigation.
Interpret and use weather maps, forecasts, and satellite data for the planning and execution of safe and efficient naval operations.
Apply risk management techniques to mitigate the hazards associated with icing and adverse weather conditions, including route selection, speed adjustment, and real-time decision-making.
Study the operation of icing detection and prevention systems, such as sensors and de-icing systems, and their integration into naval infrastructure.
Understand the impact of weather on naval logistics, including cargo transport, supply, and force deployment.
Analyze case studies of incidents related to icing and weather, extracting lessons learned to improve operational practices and safety.
Evaluate the impact of climate change on long-term icing and weather conditions and adapt naval strategies accordingly.
Become familiar with international regulations and standards related to navigational safety in icing and adverse weather conditions.
Who this program is for:
Icing and Meteorology Training Course
- Graduates in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related fields.
- Professionals in OEM rotorcraft/eVTOL, MRO, consulting, and technology centers.
- Flight Testing, certification, avionics, control, and dynamics seeking specialization.
- Regulators/authorities and UAM/eVTOL professionals requiring compliance skills.
Recommended requirements: foundation in aerodynamics and control and structures; ES/EN B2+/C1. We offer bridging tracks if you need them.
- Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the first module.
- Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
- Evidence-oriented TFM: safety case, test plan, compliance dossierand operational limits.
- Mentored by industry: teachers with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
- Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
- Ethics and security: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Module 1 — Fundamentals of Icing and Naval Meteorology
1.1 Introduction to Icing in Maritime Environments
1.2 Basic Principles of Naval Meteorology: Pressure, Temperature, Wind, Humidity
1.3 Icing Processes: Types and Mechanisms in the Marine Atmosphere
1.4 Onboard Meteorological Instrumentation and Observation: Sensors and Stations
1.5 Sources of Meteorological Data: Models and Maps for Navigation
1.6 Impact of Icing on Navigation: Effects on Stability and Safety
1.7 Fundamentals of Icing Forecasting: Key Variables and Initial Analysis
1.8 Risks Associated with Icing and Basic Mitigation Measures
1.9 Introduction to Meteorological Charting and its Interpretation for Navigation
1.10 Initial Case Studies: Examples of Icing-Related Incidents
2.2 Introduction to Rotor Modeling for Naval Applications
3.2 Fundamental Principles of Rotor Dynamics
4.3 Aerodynamic Modeling of Rotors: Theory and Methods
5.4 Rotor Performance Analysis in Adverse Atmospheric Conditions
6.5 Effect of Icing on Rotor Performance: Modeling and Simulation
7.6 Rotor Modeling for Ice Formation Prediction
8.7 Optimizing Rotor Design for Navigation in Cold Climates
9.8 Integrating Rotor Modeling into Navigation and Safety Systems
20.9 Case Studies: Practical Applications of Rotor Modeling in Naval Scenarios
22.20 Future Trends in Rotor Modeling for Navigation
3.3 Fundamentals of Icing and Naval Meteorology
3.2 Ice Formation: Processes and Types
3.3 Key Meteorological Variables for Icing Prediction
3.4 Impact of Icing on Naval Ships and Aircraft
3.5 Icing Prediction and Detection: Techniques and Tools
3.6 Icing Mitigation Strategies in Naval Environments
3.7 Risk Analysis and Operational Planning in Icing Conditions
3.8 Naval Safety: Procedures and Protocols for Icing
3.9 Case Studies: Incidents and Lessons Learned
3.30 Regulations and Standards Related to Icing and Naval Meteorology
4.4 Icing Fundamentals: Ice formation on naval structures and its mechanisms.
4.2 Critical Meteorological Variables: Temperature, humidity, wind, and their influence on ice formation.
4.3 Icing Prediction Models: Analysis and application of predictive models in naval environments.
4.4 Impact of Icing on Navigation: Effects on stability, visibility, and communications.
4.5 Mitigation Strategies: Techniques for preventing and combating ice accumulation.
4.6 Case Studies: Incident analysis and evaluation of safety measures.
4.7 Advanced Weather Forecasting: Use of meteorological data for operational planning.
4.8 Applications in Naval Planning: Route optimization and equipment selection.
4.9 Regulatory and Normative Aspects: Compliance with safety standards.
4.40 Systems Integration: Use of sensors and software for ice management.
5.5 Fundamentals of Icing and Meteorology: Basic concepts and naval terminology.
5.5 Ice Formation: Processes, types, and detection in maritime environments.
5.3 Key Meteorological Variables: Wind, temperature, humidity, and their impact.
5.4 Icing Modeling: Prediction and simulation for naval operations.
5.5 Impact of Icing on Navigation: Effects on safety and efficiency.
5.6 Naval Meteorology: Data sources, analysis, and forecasting.
5.7 Strategic Applications: Route planning and decision-making.
5.8 Tools and Technologies: Sensors, monitoring systems, and software.
5.9 Case Studies: Incident analysis and lessons learned.
5.50 Naval Safety: Risk mitigation and prevention protocols.
6.6 Icing Fundamentals: Ice formation in naval environments and its types.
6.2 Naval Meteorology: Key variables and their impact on navigation.
6.3 Icing Prediction: Models and tools for anticipating ice formation.
6.4 Impact of Icing on Navigation: Effects on safety and efficiency.
6.5 Naval Operations in Icing Environments: Mitigation and response strategies.
6.6 Meteorology and Mission Planning: Incorporation of meteorological data.
6.7 De-icing Systems: Types and applications on naval vessels.
6.8 Case Studies: Analysis of icing-related incidents.
6.9 Risk Management in Naval Operations: Icing and safety.
6.60 Regulations and Standards: Compliance in icing environments.
- Hands-on methodology: test-before-you-trust, design reviews, failure analysis, compliance evidence.
- Software (depending on licenses/partners): MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), OpenVSP, SU2/OpenFOAM, Nastran/Abaqus, AMESim/Modelica, acoustics tools, planning toolchains DO-178C.
- SEIUM Laboratories: scale rotor bench, vibrations/acoustics, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL for AFCS, data acquisition with strain gauging.
- Standards and compliance: EN 9100, 17025, ISO 27001, GDPR.
Capstone-type projects
Admissions, fees, and scholarships
- Profile: Background in Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields; practical experience in NLP and valued information retrieval systems.
- Documentation: Updated CV, academic transcript, SOP/statement of purpose, project examples or code (optional).
- Process: Application → Technical evaluation of profile and experience → Technical interview → Review of case studies → Final decision → Enrollment.
- Fees:
- Single payment: 10% discount.
- Payment in 3 installments: No fees; 30% upon registration + 2 equal monthly payments of the remaining 35%.
Monthly payment: available with a 7% commission on the total; annual review.
Scholarships: based on academic merit, financial need, and promoting inclusion; agreements with companies in the sector for partial or full scholarships.
See “Calendar & Calls for Applications,” “Scholarships & Grants,” and “Fees & Financing” in the SEIUM mega-menu.
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F. A. Q
Frequently asked questions
Yes, we have international certification
Yes: experimental models, real data, applied simulations, professional environments, real case studies.
It is not mandatory. We offer leveling tracks and tutoring.
Completely. It covers e-propulsion, integration, and emerging regulations (SC-VTOL).
Recommended. There are also internal challenges and consortiums.
Yes. Online/hybrid modality with planned labs and visa support (see “Visa & Residence”).