Diploma in Cabin Thermal Management and Occupant Wellbeing
About us Diploma in Cabin Thermal Management and Occupant Wellbeing
The Diploma in Cabin Thermal Management and Occupant Wellbeing explores the optimization of thermal comfort and air quality in aircraft. It covers thermodynamics, ventilation, humidity control, and HVAC system design, integrating knowledge of aerodynamics and materials science to improve the flight experience and reduce the impact on passenger health. It focuses on the application of technologies such as environmental sensors, CFD modeling, and thermal simulations to ensure regulatory compliance and sustainability. The diploma program offers practical knowledge in data analysis, air conditioning system design, and indoor air quality (IAQ) assessment, using simulation tools and specialized software. Prepares professionals for roles such as HVAC systems engineers, cabin comfort specialists, sustainability consultants, and aviation regulations experts, driving innovation in the aviation industry.
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Diploma in Cabin Thermal Management and Occupant Wellbeing
- Format: Online
- Duration: 8 months
- Hours: 900 H
- Language: ES / EN
- Credits: 60 ECTS
- Registration date: 04-07-2026
- Strat date: 14-08-2026
- Available places: 9
1.699 $
Competencias y resultados
Qué aprenderás
1. Optimizing Comfort and Well-being on Board: A Diploma in Naval Thermal Management
## What will you learn in the Diploma in Naval Thermal Management?
- Understand the fundamentals of thermodynamics and heat transfer in naval environments.
- Evaluate and optimize air conditioning and ventilation systems on board vessels.
- Identify and control heat and cold sources, as well as strategies for mitigating them.
- Master thermal insulation techniques and their application in different types of vessels.
- Analyze the impact of thermal management on habitability, safety, and energy efficiency.
- Use simulation and modeling tools to predict the thermal behavior of naval spaces.
- Design and manage thermal management systems that comply with naval industry regulations and standards.
- Implement strategies for the prevention and control of condensation and humidity.
- Understand the influence of thermal management on corrosion and material deterioration.
- Apply solutions Innovative features to improve comfort and well-being on board, taking into account factors such as acoustics and lighting.
2. Comprehensive Mastery of Thermal Comfort in the Cabin: A Diploma of Naval Excellence
- Fundamentals of Naval Thermodynamics: An exploration of the basic principles governing heat transfer, thermodynamics, and humidity in marine environments.
- Design and Selection of Marine HVAC Systems: A comprehensive study of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems specific to vessels, including their design, selection, and optimization.
- Cab Heat Load Analysis: Precise determination of the heat loads generated by internal and external factors, essential for the efficient design of HVAC systems.
- Control and Automation of Comfort Systems: Mastery of advanced control and automation systems for the effective management of thermal comfort, including sensors, actuators, and programming.
- Selection of Thermal Insulation Materials: A study of the most suitable thermal insulation materials for marine environments, considering their performance, durability, and corrosion resistance.
- Management of the Humidity and Indoor Air Quality: Analysis of strategies to control humidity, prevent condensation, and ensure optimal indoor air quality, including filtration and ventilation.
Energy Efficiency in Comfort Systems: Design and optimization of HVAC systems to maximize energy efficiency, reduce consumption, and minimize environmental impact.
Naval Regulations and Standards: Familiarization with relevant international regulations and standards for the design and operation of thermal comfort systems on ships.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting of HVAC Systems: Acquisition of practical knowledge on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and fault diagnosis in naval HVAC systems.
Practical Applications and Case Studies: Analysis of real-world case studies and practical exercises to apply the acquired knowledge to specific situations involving the design and operation of thermal comfort systems in naval environments.
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. Analysis and Improvement of the Onboard Thermal Environment: A Diploma in Naval Comfort
4. Analysis and Improvement of the Onboard Thermal Environment: A Diploma in Naval Comfort
- Fundamentals of Naval Thermodynamics: Understand the key principles governing heat transfer, thermodynamics, and humidity onboard.
- Thermal Comfort Assessment: Learn to measure and evaluate the key parameters that influence thermal comfort, such as temperature, relative humidity, air velocity, and radiation.
- Heat Sources and Thermal Losses onboard: Identify and analyze the heat sources generated by equipment, engines, crew, and other onboard elements, as well as thermal losses through the ship’s structure.
- Design of Naval Climate Control Systems: Study and design efficient climate control systems adapted to the specific conditions of ships, including air conditioning, ventilation, and heating systems.
- Material and Insulation Selection Thermal: Learn to select appropriate materials for thermal insulation, considering their properties, durability, and corrosion resistance, as well as optimizing insulation designs.
Humidity and Condensation Control: Understand the processes of humidity and condensation formation on board and design strategies to control these phenomena, including the use of appropriate dehumidifiers and ventilation systems.
Thermal Environment Simulation and Modeling: Use specialized software to simulate and model the behavior of the thermal environment on board, allowing for the prediction of system performance and design optimization.
Naval Comfort Standards and Regulations: Understand and apply international standards and regulations related to thermal comfort on board, ensuring compliance with crew safety and well-being requirements.
Energy Performance Improvement: Implement strategies to improve the energy performance of climate control systems and reduce energy consumption on board, including system optimization. The use of renewable energy and the implementation of energy-saving practices.
Case Studies and Practical Exercises: Analyze practical cases and case studies of real ships, addressing specific thermal comfort problems and presenting effective solutions.
5. Naval Thermal Management: A Diploma in Occupant Comfort and Well-being
5. Naval Thermal Management: A Diploma for Occupant Comfort and Well-being
- Fundamentals of Thermodynamics Applied to Naval Environments: Key principles, laws, and concepts of thermodynamics.
- Naval Climate Control Systems: Design, operation, and maintenance of HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems specific to ships.
- Heat Transfer Analysis: Conduction, convection, and radiation in marine environments; Thermal bridge and insulation assessment.
Humidity Management and Condensation Control: Strategies to prevent corrosion, mold, and equipment deterioration.
Design of Optimized Thermal Environments: Considerations of human comfort, energy efficiency, and sustainability in the design of habitable spaces.
Naval Refrigeration Systems: Operating principles, refrigerant selection, and refrigeration equipment maintenance.
Thermal Energy Management: Optimizing energy use, implementing energy-saving technologies, and life cycle analysis of systems.
Naval Thermal Comfort Standards and Regulations: Compliance with international regulations and industry best practices.
Failure Analysis and Preventive Maintenance: Identifying common problems in thermal systems, maintenance strategies, and troubleshooting.
Case Studies and Case Studies Case study: Analysis of real-world examples of the implementation and management of thermal systems in different types of vessels.
6. Diploma in Thermal Management: Occupant Comfort and Well-being in the Naval Environment [This section appears to be incomplete and possibly a fragment from a different context.]
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.
Para quien va dirigido nuestro:
Diploma in Cabin Thermal Management and Occupant Wellbeing
- Engineers with degrees in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related fields.
- Professionals working in OEM of rotary/eVTOL aircraft, MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations), consulting firms, or technology centers.
- Specialists in areas such as Flight Testing, Aeronautical Certification, Avionics, Flight Control, and Flight Dynamics, interested in deepening their knowledge.
- Personnel from regulatory bodies and Aeronautical authorities, as well as professionals involved in Urban Air Mobility (UAM) and eVTOL projects who need to acquire competencies in regulatory compliance.
Recommended requirements: Basic knowledge of aerodynamics, control systems, and aeronautical structures. A B2+/C1 level of proficiency in Spanish or English is recommended. Bridging tracks are offered for students who require 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 — Principles of Naval Thermodynamics
1.1 Fundamentals of Thermodynamics: Laws and Principles Applied to Naval Environments
1.2 Heat Transfer: Conduction, Convection, and Radiation in Maritime Environments
1.3 Fluid Dynamics: Application of Principles in Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems
1.4 Thermodynamic Cycles: Cooling and Heating in Ships
1.5 Thermodynamic Properties of Substances: Analysis in Naval Comfort Systems
1.6 Instrumentation and Measurement: Sensors and Equipment for Onboard Thermal Monitoring
1.7 Analysis of Air Conditioning Systems: Design and Operation in Naval Environments
1.8 Energy Efficiency: Optimization of Thermal Systems in Ships
1.9 Materials and Thermal Insulation: Selection for Onboard Comfort
1.10 Case Studies: Analysis of Thermodynamic Problems in Ships and Solutions
2.2 Principles of Thermodynamics Applied to Naval Environments
2.2 Thermodynamic Properties of Common Substances in Naval Environments
2.3 Heat Transfer: Conduction, Convection, and Radiation in Naval Contexts
2.4 Cooling and Heating Systems: Fundamentals and Applications on Board
2.5 Psychrometry: Humid Air Analysis and its Implications for Naval Thermal Comfort
2.6 The Importance of Thermodynamics in Naval Energy Efficiency
2.7 Legislation and Regulations in Naval Thermodynamics
2.8 Calculation of Thermal Loads on Board
2.9 Materials and Thermal Insulation: Selection and Application in Naval Design
2.20 Practical Examples of the Application of Thermodynamics in Naval Systems
2.2 Environmental Variables: Temperature, Humidity, Ventilation, and Their Impact
2.2 Methods of Environmental Measurement and Monitoring Onboard Thermal Management
2.3 Onboard Heat and Cold Sources: Identification and Analysis
2.4 Design of Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems: Specific Naval Considerations
2.5 Evaluation of Thermal Comfort: Indices and Scales
2.6 Risk Analysis and Preventive Measures in Unfavorable Thermal Environments
2.7 Design and Analysis of Thermal Insulation Systems
2.8 Data Analysis and Troubleshooting of Naval Thermal Systems
2.9 Case Studies: Analysis of Specific Thermal Environments on Ships
2.20 Implementation of Strategies for Improving Thermal Comfort
3.3 Principles of Thermodynamics Applied to Naval Environments
3.2 Heat Transfer: Conduction, Convection, and Radiation in Maritime Environments
3.3 Humidity and Condensation Control on Board
3.4 Ventilation and Air Renewal in Confined Spaces
3.5 International and National Regulations on Thermal Comfort on Ships
3.6 Maritime Legislation Related to the Safety and Welfare of Personnel
3.7 Comfort Standards: Temperature, Humidity, and Air Quality
3.8 Impact of Climate and Environmental Conditions on Onboard Comfort
3.9 Design of Air Conditioning Systems: Selection and Sizing
3.30 Introduction to Thermal Simulation and Modeling Tools
4.4 Fundamentals of Naval Thermodynamics: Principles and Applications
4.2 Evaluation of Onboard Environmental Variables: Temperature, Humidity, and Ventilation
4.3 Instrumentation and Measurement: Sensors and Thermal Monitoring Systems
4.4 Data Analysis: Interpretation of Measurements and Technical Reports
4.5 Thermal Modeling and Simulation: Tools for Comfort Analysis
4.6 Identification of Critical Points: Areas of Highest Thermal Stress
4.7 Solution Design: Strategies for Improving the Thermal Environment
4.8 Regulations and Standards: Naval Compliance and Regulations
4.9 Case Studies: Analysis of Real-World Onboard Situations
4.40 Final Report: Comprehensive Evaluation of the Thermal Environment and Recommendations
5.5 Fundamental Principles of Thermodynamics
5.5 Applications of Thermodynamics in the Naval Environment
5.3 Heat Transfer: Conduction, Convection, and Radiation
5.4 Analysis of Thermodynamic Systems in Ships
5.5 Properties of Substances: Gases, Liquids, and Solids
5.6 First Law of Thermodynamics: Conservation of Energy
5.7 Second Law of Thermodynamics: Entropy and Exergy
5.8 Thermodynamic Cycles: Applications in Naval Air Conditioning Systems
5.9 Introduction to Thermodynamic Simulation Tools
5.50 Importance of Thermodynamics for Comfort and Well-being on Board
6.6 Key Concepts of Naval Thermodynamics
6.2 Importance of Thermal Comfort Onboard
6.3 Factors Influencing the Naval Thermal Environment
6.4 Legislation and Regulations on Thermal Comfort
6.5 Introduction to Naval Air Conditioning Systems
6.6 Impact of Thermal Comfort on Crew Performance
6.7 Thermal Management Tools and Technologies
6.8 Case Studies: Challenges and Solutions in Naval Comfort
6.9 Introduction to the Design of Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems
6.60 The Future of Thermal Management in the Naval Environment
7.7 Fundamental Principles of Thermodynamics
7.2 Properties of Pure Substances
7.3 First Law of Thermodynamics: Energy and Work
7.4 Second Law of Thermodynamics: Entropy and Exergy
7.7 Thermodynamic Cycles: Fundamentals
7.6 Heat Transfer: Conduction, Convection, and Radiation
7.7 Fluids: Properties and Behavior
7.8 Specific Applications in the Naval Environment
7.9 Instrumentation and Measurement of Thermodynamic Variables
7.70 Case Studies: Common Problems in Naval Systems
7.8
8.8 Fundamentals of Thermodynamics Applied to Naval Environments
8.8 Analysis of Factors Influencing Thermal Comfort on Board
8.3 Naval Air Conditioning Systems: Types and Operation
8.4 Design and Selection of Equipment for Thermal Management
8.5 Thermal Insulation and Humidity Control Strategies
8.6 Ventilation and Air Renewal in Confined Spaces
8.7 Monitoring and Control of Indoor Air Quality
8.8 Implementation of Solutions for Onboard Wellbeing
8.8 Maintenance and Optimization of Thermal Comfort Systems
8.80 Case Studies: Best Practices in Naval Thermal Management
9.9 Principles of Thermodynamics: Key concepts applied in naval environments
9.9 Heat Transfer: Conduction, convection, and radiation in confined spaces
9.3 Fluid Dynamics: Understanding fluid motion and its impact on thermal comfort
9.4 Naval Refrigeration Systems: Design and operation of onboard air conditioning equipment
9.5 Naval Heating Systems: Technologies and strategies for temperature control
9.6 Thermal Insulation: Materials and techniques to minimize heat transfer
9.7 Ventilation and Air Quality: Designing systems for a healthy indoor environment
9.8 Thermal Comfort Assessment: Onboard measurement indices and methodologies
9.9 Energy Efficiency: Optimizing thermal systems for energy savings
9.90 Regulations and Standards: Compliance with regulations on naval thermal comfort
1.1 Initial assessment and diagnosis of onboard thermal conditions.
1.2 Design of customized solutions for optimizing thermal comfort.
1.3 Selection and implementation of thermal management technologies and systems.
1.4 Testing and validation of implemented strategies.
1.5 Cost-benefit analysis and return on investment.
1.6 Preparation of technical reports and complete documentation.
1.7 Development of a preventive and corrective maintenance plan.
1.8 Training and development of onboard personnel.
1.9 Risk analysis and safety measures.
1.10 Presentation and defense of the final project.
- 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.
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- 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.
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