Master’s in Production Conformity Engineering
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in conformity of production engineering: 12 modules covering CoP concepts and quality systems, series verification testing, statistical process control, traceability and marking, the supply chain, emissions and software CoP, authority assessment, CoP outside the EU, non-conformities and digitalisation, with an assigned technical tutor.
Take the controls.
Run a real engineering trade-off from this field. Move the sliders, watch the model react in real time and beat the challenge.
What you will be able to do
Apply conformity of production requirements.
Design control plans for regulatory characteristics.
Use statistical techniques to verify series production.
Ensure the traceability of products and software.
Manage the supply chain with CoP criteria.
Prepare for assessments by the type-approval authority.
Resolve non-conformities using root cause analysis.
Who it's for
- Conformity of production managers responsible for keeping series output aligned with type approval.
- Plant quality engineers handling control plans and regulatory characteristics.
- Process auditors working to IATF 16949 or VDA 6.3.
- Supplier quality engineers managing PPAP and suppliers of type-approved components.
- Homologation technicians who support authority verifications.
- Statistical control specialists applying SPC, MSA and capability studies.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to enter the automotive sector.
What you'll work with
- Regulation (EU) 2018/858 (approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles)
- IATF 16949 (automotive quality management systems)
- ISO 9001 (quality management systems)
- Regulation (EU) 2017/1151 (light-vehicle emissions type approval)
- VDA 6.3 (process audit)
- AIAG PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)
- EN 10204 (types of inspection documents for metallic products)
- UN Regulation No. 155 (cybersecurity and cybersecurity management system)
- Minitab
- Q-DAS
- Siemens Opcenter
- SAP QM
12 modules · 1900 h
1.1Type approval and its extension to series production1.2Objectives of CoP in the EU1.3Annex IV of Regulation (EU) 2018/8581.4Initial assessment of the manufacturer1.5CoP control plan1.6Relationship with the quality system1.7Continuous verifications by the authority1.8Consequences of non-conformity1.9CoP in other regulated sectors1.10Case study: reading a CoP report
2.1ISO 9001 as the basis of assessment2.2IATF 16949 in the automotive industry2.3Special safety and regulatory characteristics2.4Control plan and process FMEA2.5Management of production documentation2.6Change control in production2.7Management of critical suppliers2.8Control of measuring equipment2.9Management of non-conforming product2.10Workshop: control plan for regulatory characteristics
3.1Statistical sampling for CoP3.2CoP emissions testing3.3Safety testing in production3.4Series lighting and photometry3.5Testing of type-approved components3.6Test frequency and criteria3.7In-house and external laboratories3.8Authority witnesses3.9Recording and analysis of results3.10Lab: statistical evaluation of emissions CoP
4.1Control charts for variables4.2Control charts for attributes4.3Cp and Cpk capability indices4.4Preliminary capability Ppk4.5Measurement system analysis (MSA)4.6Gauge R&R studies4.7Trend detection4.8Reaction to out-of-control conditions4.9Automated in-line SPC4.10Practical exercise: capability study of a critical characteristic
5.1Vehicle identification (VIN)5.2Type-approval marking on components5.3Manufacturer's plates5.4Batch and serial number traceability5.5Certificate of conformity (CoC)5.6Production records per unit5.7Traceability of installed software5.8RxSWIN and version control5.9MES systems for traceability5.10Case study: traceability of a batch of airbags
6.1CoP requirements in contracts6.2PPAP and part approval6.3VDA 6.3 process audits6.4Management of suppliers of type-approved components6.5Material certificates and EN 102046.6Supplier changes and notification6.7Incoming inspection6.8Supplier quality indicators6.9Escalation and improvement plans6.10Workshop: simulated VDA 6.3 audit
7.1In-service conformity for emissions7.2CoP testing under Regulation (EU) 2017/11517.3CoP for electric vehicles and range7.4CoP of OBFCM and real-world consumption7.5Control of software calibrations7.6Cybersecurity CoP under UN R1557.7Software updates and UN R1567.8Conformity of battery components7.9Fleet data management7.10Case study: emissions deviation in production
8.1Preparing for the initial assessment8.2Periodic verification visits8.3Frequency according to risk level8.4Sample selection by the authority8.5Confirmation tests8.6Management of findings8.7Withdrawal or suspension of type approval8.8Required corrective measures8.9Communication with other authorities8.10Practical exercise: mock authority audit
9.1United States: self-certification and production control9.2China: CCC factory inspection9.3India: ARAI COP9.4Japan: MLIT production control9.5Brazil and Mexico: verification schemes9.6Korea: post-certification control9.7Acceptance of foreign audits9.8Coordination of global audits9.9Differences in sampling criteria9.10Case study: CoP for an exporting plant
10.1Detection of CoP deviations10.28D root cause analysis10.3Containment and isolation of product10.4Assessment of fleet impact10.5Recall or campaign decision10.6Notification to the authority10.7Verification of effectiveness10.8Prevention of recurrence10.9Case documentation10.10Workshop: 8D for a lighting non-conformity
11.1Quality management platforms11.2PLM, MES and ERP integration11.3Advanced production analytics11.4Automated vision inspection11.5Digital twin of the process11.6Electronic management of evidence11.7Remote production audits11.8Real-time indicators11.9Cybersecurity of production data11.10Lab: CoP dashboard
12.1Selection of a plant or product12.2Diagnosis of the CoP system12.3Identification of regulatory characteristics12.4Proposed control plan12.5Verification test plan12.6Supplier strategy12.7Indicators and digitalisation12.8Improvement and cost analysis12.9Master's Thesis report12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel
How you'll learn
The programme is delivered 100% online on SEIUM's 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 fits around your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Minitab, Q-DAS, Siemens Opcenter and SAP QM, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures: series conformity verification tests, process capability studies and supplier process audits. Assessment is continuous, module by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: Regulation (EU) 2018/858, IATF 16949, ISO 9001, Regulation (EU) 2017/1151, VDA 6.3, AIAG PPAP, EN 10204, UN Regulation No. 155.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- A university degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
- An internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- English sufficient to read technical standards.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
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 Minitab, Q-DAS, Siemens Opcenter and SAP QM, 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 university degree in engineering, science or architecture (or equivalent professional experience), a computer able to run the programme's software 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.
Related programmes
Master’s in Route Engineering: EU/UK, US, LATAM, Asia.
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in international energy market pathways (EU/UK, US, LATAM, Asia), structured in 12 modules covering international project development, the regulatory frameworks…
Master’s in Vehicle Cybersecurity Engineering and OTA Updates
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in vehicle cybersecurity and OTA update engineering, structured in 12 modules covering the connected vehicle attack surface, E/E architecture and…
Master’s in EASA Engineering (Open/Specific/Certified, SC-VTOL), FAA Part 107/135, Local CAAs; U-Space/UTM.
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in EASA (Open/Specific/Certified, SC-VTOL), FAA Part 107/135, local CAAs and U-space/UTM engineering. 12 modules covering the EASA UAS categories, SC-VTOL…
More in Regulation, Safety, RAMS & Homologation
All Regulation, Safety, RAMS & Homologation programmes → · How to apply · Fees & financing · Scholarships