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Postgraduate Diploma in 7-Post: Profiles, Correlation and Ride Quality

Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in 7-Post: Profiles, Correlation and Ride Quality. 8 modules covering ISO 8608, ISO 2631-1 and MTS RPC Pro. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

Duration800 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

Understanding the architecture and limitations of the seven-actuator rig.

02

Generating input profiles representative of the track.

03

Calculating mechanical grip and platform metrics.

04

Correlating rig results with track data.

05

Assessing ride quality against standards.

06

Optimising set-up through systematic testing.

07

Simulating the rig virtually to reduce testing.

Profile

Who it's for

  • 7-post test engineer who wants to specialise in 7-Post: Profiles, Correlation and Ride Quality.
  • Vertical dynamics engineer who wants to specialise in 7-Post: Profiles, Correlation and Ride Quality.
  • Suspension engineer who wants to specialise in 7-Post: Profiles, Correlation and Ride Quality.
  • Performance engineer who wants to specialise in 7-Post: Profiles, Correlation and Ride Quality.
  • Simulation engineer who wants to specialise in 7-Post: Profiles, Correlation and Ride Quality.
  • Vibration analyst who wants to specialise in 7-Post: Profiles, Correlation and Ride Quality.
  • Graduates in engineering or science seeking to enter motorsport.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • ISO 8608
  • ISO 2631-1
  • ISO 16063-21
  • ISO 5348
  • ISO 18431-1
  • ISO 8855
  • ISO/IEC 17025
Syllabus

8 modules · 800 h

  1. 1.1Architecture of the 7-post rig
  2. 1.2Hydraulic actuators and control
  3. 1.3Aerodynamic load actuators
  4. 1.4Mounting the vehicle on the rig
  5. 1.5Operational safety of the rig
  6. 1.6Test limitations
  7. 1.7Capabilities versus track testing
  8. 1.8Cost and planning
  9. 1.9Reference facilities
  10. 1.10Case study: planning a 7-post session
  1. 2.1Reconstructing track profiles
  2. 2.2Profiles from telemetry
  3. 2.3Road spectral density
  4. 2.4ISO classification of road surfaces
  5. 2.5Synthetic profiles and sweeps
  6. 2.6Including aerodynamic loads
  7. 2.7Kerbs and isolated bumps
  8. 2.8Drive file iteration
  9. 2.9Iterative learning control
  10. 2.10Practice: generating a profile from track data
  1. 3.1Tyre load variation
  2. 3.2Aerodynamic platform control
  3. 3.3Chassis accelerations
  4. 3.4Transfer functions
  5. 3.5Natural mode frequencies
  6. 3.6Mechanical grip metrics
  7. 3.7Ride quality indicators
  8. 3.8Comparison between configurations
  9. 3.9Results visualisation
  10. 3.10Laboratory: calculating transfer functions
  1. 4.1Reference track data
  2. 4.2Input adjustment
  3. 4.3Frequency-domain correlation
  4. 4.4Time-domain correlation
  5. 4.5Sources of error
  6. 4.6Effect of the non-rolling tyre
  7. 4.7Validation of improvements
  8. 4.8Confidence in the rig
  9. 4.9Known limitations of rig testing
  10. 4.10Practice: correlating vertical accelerations
  1. 5.1Comfort according to ISO 2631
  2. 5.2Frequency weightings
  3. 5.3Vibration transmitted to the driver
  4. 5.4Driver fatigue
  5. 5.5Ride in production vehicles
  6. 5.6Ride in competition
  7. 5.7Trade-offs with performance
  8. 5.8Subjective driver rating metrics
  9. 5.9Seat and mounting analysis
  10. 5.10Case study: evaluating vibration in a single-seater
  1. 6.1Damper testing on the rig
  2. 6.2Spring and heave adjustment
  3. 6.3Anti-roll bar adjustment
  4. 6.4Ride height
  5. 6.5Systematic set-up optimisation
  6. 6.6Design of experiments
  7. 6.7Multi-objective set-up optimisation
  8. 6.8Transfer to track
  9. 6.9Final validation on track
  10. 6.10Workshop: damping optimisation on the 7-post
  1. 7.1Vehicle model on the virtual rig
  2. 7.2Vertical tyre models
  3. 7.3Actuator simulation
  4. 7.4Rig and vehicle co-simulation
  5. 7.5Validation of the virtual rig
  6. 7.6Preliminary virtual tests
  7. 7.7Reducing rig time
  8. 7.8Integration with a driver simulator
  9. 7.9Comparison of commercial tools
  10. 7.10Practice: virtual rig in Simulink
  1. 8.1Defining objectives
  2. 8.2Input profile
  3. 8.3Test plan
  4. 8.4Selecting evaluation metrics
  5. 8.5Track correlation
  6. 8.6Set-up optimisation
  7. 8.7Virtual simulation of the test
  8. 8.8Results report
  9. 8.9Written report and presentation
  10. 8.10Final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it compatible with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is MTS RPC Pro, MATLAB/Simulink, MoTeC i2 Pro, nCode GlyphWorks, Adams Car, in free, academic or evaluation versions. The tests are studied using real procedures for seven-actuator rig testing, reconstruction of profiles from telemetry and assessment of vibration transmitted to the driver. Assessment is continuous per module plus the final integrative project.

Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with a rotor rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-oriented final project:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Mentored by industry:lecturers with a track record in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible format(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

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

Defining objectives

Understanding the architecture and limitations of the seven-actuator rig.

Input profile

Generating input profiles representative of the track.

Test plan

Calculating mechanical grip and platform metrics.

Selecting evaluation metrics

Correlating rig results with track data.

Track correlation

Assessing ride quality against standards.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

7-post test engineerVertical dynamics engineerSuspension engineerPerformance engineerSimulation engineerVibration analyst
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. No university degree is required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient level of Spanish to follow technical standards documentation.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme consists of 800 hours in total, spread over 6 to 8 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours a week on average, compatible with a full-time job.

You work with MTS RPC Pro, MATLAB/Simulink, MoTeC i2 Pro, nCode GlyphWorks, Adams Car. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

An SEIUM own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. It is in-house training, not an official title from the Ministry.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or diploma in the same area are credited towards the advanced programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.

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