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Master’s in Diagnostics, Metrology & Parts Manufacturing Engineering

Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in diagnostics, metrology and parts manufacturing engineering, structured in 12 modules covering technical diagnosis of historic vehicles, dimensional metrology, drawings, materials analysis, reverse engineering, machining, casting, additive manufacturing, heat treatment and quality control, with an assigned technical tutor.

Duration1900 h
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Diagnose historic vehicles systematically.

02

Measure parts with traceability and known uncertainty.

03

Interpret and create technical drawings.

04

Identify the materials of original parts.

05

Apply reverse engineering to unavailable parts.

06

Select suitable manufacturing processes.

07

Control the quality of reproduction parts.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Metrology technicians
  • Spare parts manufacturing engineers
  • Reverse engineering specialists
  • CNC machinists
  • Classic vehicle diagnostic technicians
  • Quality managers for reproduction parts
  • Engineering or science graduates seeking to move into classic vehicle restoration
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • ISO 1101 (geometrical tolerancing)
  • ISO 286-1 (ISO code system for tolerances and fits)
  • ISO 2768-1 (general tolerances)
  • ISO 10360-2 (acceptance and verification of coordinate measuring machines)
  • ISO 6508-1 (Rockwell hardness test)
  • ISO 21920-2 (surface texture profile parameters)
  • ISO/ASTM 52900 (additive manufacturing fundamentals and vocabulary)
  • ISO 8062-3 (tolerances for castings)
  • Autodesk Fusion
  • Geomagic Design X
  • ZEISS INSPECT
  • Mastercam
  • SolidWorks
Syllabus

12 modules · 1900 h

  1. 1.1Diagnostic methodology
  2. 1.2Systematic visual inspection
  3. 1.3Mechanical diagnosis of the vehicle
  4. 1.4Structural diagnosis
  5. 1.5Systematic electrical diagnosis
  6. 1.6Non-destructive testing
  7. 1.7Diagnostic report
  8. 1.8Prioritising interventions
  9. 1.9Technical cost estimate for the intervention
  10. 1.10Case study: complete diagnostic report
  1. 2.1Units and traceability
  2. 2.2Hand-held measuring instruments
  3. 2.3Micrometers and callipers
  4. 2.4Dial indicators and bore gauges
  5. 2.5Surface roughness testers and their use
  6. 2.6Coordinate measuring machines
  7. 2.7Optical and laser measurement
  8. 2.8Measurement uncertainty
  9. 2.9Control of environmental conditions
  10. 2.10Laboratory: measuring a crankshaft
  1. 3.1Period technical drawing
  2. 3.2Imperial and metric units
  3. 3.3Dimensional tolerances and fits
  4. 3.4GD&T geometric tolerances
  5. 3.5ISO system of fits
  6. 3.6Surface finish indication
  7. 3.7Manufacturer drawings
  8. 3.8Working without drawings
  9. 3.9Creating new drawings
  10. 3.10Practical exercise: manufacturing drawing for a bushing
  1. 4.1Identifying steels
  2. 4.2Grey and ductile cast irons
  3. 4.3Aluminium alloys
  4. 4.4Copper alloys
  5. 4.5Zamak alloys
  6. 4.6Hardness testing
  7. 4.7Spectrometric analysis
  8. 4.8Metallographic testing
  9. 4.9Selecting equivalent materials
  10. 4.10Case study: identifying the material of an original part
  1. 5.13D scanning of parts
  2. 5.2Contact probing
  3. 5.3Close-range photogrammetry
  4. 5.4Point cloud processing
  5. 5.5From scan to CAD model
  6. 5.6Reconstructing design intent
  7. 5.7Wear compensation
  8. 5.8Model validation
  9. 5.9Data management
  10. 5.10Workshop: scanning and modelling a part
  1. 6.1Conventional and CNC turning
  2. 6.2Milling of prismatic parts
  3. 6.3Surface and cylindrical grinding
  4. 6.4CNC machining of short runs
  5. 6.5CAM toolpath programming
  6. 6.6Fixtures and workholding
  7. 6.7Machining one-off parts
  8. 6.8On-machine inspection
  9. 6.9Machined surface finishes
  10. 6.10Practical exercise: machining a reproduction shaft
  1. 7.1Sand casting
  2. 7.2Lost-wax casting
  3. 7.3Patterns and moulds
  4. 7.4Aluminium and bronze casting
  5. 7.5Forging of parts
  6. 7.6Sheet metal stamping
  7. 7.7Sheet metal forming
  8. 7.8Casting defects
  9. 7.9Quality control
  10. 7.10Case study: casting a rocker cover
  1. 8.1Additive manufacturing technologies
  2. 8.2Prototypes and models
  3. 8.3Patterns for casting
  4. 8.4Final polymer parts
  5. 8.5Metal parts by laser fusion
  6. 8.6Design for additive manufacturing
  7. 8.7Post-processing of printed parts
  8. 8.8Quality and validation
  9. 8.9Ethics of printed parts
  10. 8.10Laboratory: printed pattern for casting
  1. 9.1Quenching and tempering
  2. 9.2Carburising and nitriding
  3. 9.3Stress-relief annealing
  4. 9.4Aluminium treatments
  5. 9.5Protective coatings for parts
  6. 9.6Shot peening
  7. 9.7Hardness control
  8. 9.8Distortion control
  9. 9.9Selecting specialist suppliers
  10. 9.10Workshop: specifying the treatment of a gear
  1. 10.1Control plan
  2. 10.2First article inspection
  3. 10.3Basic statistical control
  4. 10.4Dimensional inspection reports
  5. 10.5Functional testing of parts
  6. 10.6Traceability of parts and batches
  7. 10.7Non-conformity management
  8. 10.8Complete process documentation
  9. 10.9Continuous improvement of the system
  10. 10.10Practical exercise: first article inspection report
  1. 11.1Demand for unavailable parts
  2. 11.2Feasibility analysis
  3. 11.3Manufacturing costs
  4. 11.4Short-run production
  5. 11.5Supplier selection and management
  6. 11.6Intellectual property and licences
  7. 11.7Marking of reproductions
  8. 11.8Marketing reproductions
  9. 11.9Product liability
  10. 11.10Case study: business plan for reproduction parts
  1. 12.1Selecting the part
  2. 12.2Diagnosis of the original part
  3. 12.3Measurement and modelling
  4. 12.4Selection of material and process
  5. 12.5Manufacturing the part
  6. 12.6Quality control
  7. 12.7Complete process documentation
  8. 12.8Conclusions and future work
  9. 12.9Master's Thesis report
  10. 12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

The programme is delivered 100% online on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, so it can be combined with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Autodesk Fusion, Geomagic Design X, ZEISS INSPECT, Mastercam and SolidWorks, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures for CMM dimensional measurement, spectrometric materials analysis and first article inspection. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.

Standards covered: ISO 1101, ISO 286-1, ISO 2768-1, ISO 10360-2, ISO 6508-1, ISO 21920-2, ISO/ASTM 52900, ISO 8062-3.

Assigned technical tutor:every module ends with a deliverable that your tutor marks individually.
Standards-based learning:guided reading of ISO 1101, ISO 286-1 and ISO 2768-1 applied to real cases, not as a theoretical annex.
Industry software:Autodesk Fusion, Geomagic Design X, ZEISS INSPECT, Mastercam and SolidWorks, in free, academic or evaluation versions.
Master's Thesis with defence:The full diagnosis, measurement, modelling, manufacture and quality control of a reproduction part, defended before a panel.
Flexible format:100% online, no fixed timetables, compatible with full-time work.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

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

Diagnosis of the original
Select a part and diagnose the condition of the original.
Measurement and modelling
Measure the part and build its CAD model through reverse engineering.
Material and process selection
Choose the equivalent material and the most suitable manufacturing process.
Manufacture and inspection
Manufacture the part and verify it with a first article inspection report.
Master's Thesis
Document the complete reproduction process in a report, defended before a panel.
Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Metrology technicianSpare parts manufacturing engineerReverse engineering specialistCNC machinistClassic vehicle diagnostic technicianReproduction parts quality manager
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • University degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • English sufficient to read technical standards.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme totals 1,900 hours over 12–14 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.

You work with Autodesk Fusion, Geomagic Design X, ZEISS INSPECT, Mastercam and SolidWorks, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.

A SEIUM Institute diploma, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the Master's Thesis. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state degree; its recognition depends on the programme completed and the regulations of each country.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.

A degree in engineering, science or architecture (or equivalent professional experience), a suitable computer and internet connection, and English sufficient to read technical standards.

Start dates are set by SEIUM's faculty for each intake. Our admissions team will confirm the next available date when you apply.

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