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Postgraduate Diploma in Audits and Independent Assessment (AsBo/NoBo)

Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Audits and Independent Assessment (AsBo/NoBo). 8 modules covering Implementing Regulation (EU) 402/2013 (common safety method for risk evaluation), Directive (EU) 2016/797 (railway interoperability) and IBM DOORS. 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

Explain the European framework for railway conformity assessment.

02

Differentiate the functions of NoBo, DeBo and AsBo.

03

Apply the common safety method for risk evaluation.

04

Carry out independent safety assessments.

05

Apply audit techniques to technical files.

06

Assess specific subsystems against the TSIs.

07

Manage an independent assessment project.

Profile

Who it's for

  • AsBo assessor who wants to specialise in Audits and Independent Assessment (AsBo/NoBo).
  • NoBo assessor who wants to specialise in Audits and Independent Assessment (AsBo/NoBo).
  • Independent safety assessor who wants to specialise in Audits and Independent Assessment (AsBo/NoBo).
  • Railway auditor who wants to specialise in Audits and Independent Assessment (AsBo/NoBo).
  • Railway certification engineer who wants to specialise in Audits and Independent Assessment (AsBo/NoBo).
  • Safety management lead who wants to specialise in Audits and Independent Assessment (AsBo/NoBo).
  • Engineering or science graduates looking to join conformity assessment bodies.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • Implementing Regulation (EU) 402/2013 (common safety method for risk evaluation)
  • Directive (EU) 2016/797 (railway interoperability)
  • EN 50126-1 (railway RAMS)
  • Directive (EU) 2016/798 (railway safety)
  • EN 50129 (safety-related electronic systems for signalling)
  • ISO/IEC 17020 (inspection bodies)
  • ISO 19011 (auditing management systems)
Syllabus

8 modules · 800 h

  1. 1.1Directive (EU) 2016/797 on interoperability
  2. 1.2Technical specifications for interoperability
  3. 1.3Structural and functional subsystems
  4. 1.4Conformity assessment modules
  5. 1.5EC declaration of verification
  6. 1.6Interoperability constituents
  7. 1.7Notified national rules
  8. 1.8Authorisation to place in service
  9. 1.9Vehicle authorisation by the ERA
  10. 1.10Case study: authorisation route for a new train
  1. 2.1Functions of the NoBo notified body
  2. 2.2Functions of the DeBo designated body
  3. 2.3Accreditation under ISO/IEC 17065 and ISO/IEC 17020
  4. 2.4Notification and the NANDO database
  5. 2.5Independence and impartiality
  6. 2.6NB-Rail coordination
  7. 2.7TSI application guides
  8. 2.8Type and design examination certificates
  9. 2.9Management of non-conformities
  10. 2.10Practice: NoBo verification plan for a subsystem
  1. 3.1Implementing Regulation (EU) 402/2013 CSM
  2. 3.2Role of the assessment body
  3. 3.3Accreditation under ISO/IEC 17020
  4. 3.4Recognition and competence
  5. 3.5Safety assessment report
  6. 3.6Assessment of risk management
  7. 3.7Reference systems and codes of practice
  8. 3.8Safe integration of subsystems
  9. 3.9Mutual acceptance of assessments
  10. 3.10Workshop: structure of an AsBo report
  1. 4.1Standards EN 50126, EN 50128 and EN 50129
  2. 4.2Independent Safety Assessor (ISA)
  3. 4.3Safety case and its structure
  4. 4.4Safety integrity levels
  5. 4.5Assessment of railway software
  6. 4.6Assessment of safety hardware
  7. 4.7Generic and specific applications
  8. 4.8Safety-related application conditions
  9. 4.9Cross-acceptance assessment
  10. 4.10Practice: review of a safety case
  1. 5.1ISO 19011 audit guidelines
  2. 5.2Audit planning and programme
  3. 5.3Document and on-site auditing
  4. 5.4Sampling and objective evidence
  5. 5.5Audit interviews
  6. 5.6Classification of findings
  7. 5.7Audit reports
  8. 5.8Follow-up of corrective actions
  9. 5.9Auditor competences
  10. 5.10Case study: audit of a design process
  1. 6.1Infrastructure and INF TSI
  2. 6.2Energy and ENE TSI
  3. 6.3Control-command and signalling CCS
  4. 6.4Rolling stock LOC&PAS and freight wagons
  5. 6.5Accessibility PRM and SRT tunnels
  6. 6.6Noise and NOI TSI
  7. 6.7Telematics applications
  8. 6.8Integration and on-track testing
  9. 6.9Technical files
  10. 6.10Workshop: checklist for a CCS subsystem
  1. 7.1Procurement of the assessment body
  2. 7.2Early assessment planning
  3. 7.3Interfaces between assessors
  4. 7.4Document management and traceability
  5. 7.5Management of exemptions and non-application of TSIs
  6. 7.6Schedule risks in authorisations
  7. 7.7Lessons from European projects
  8. 7.8Assessment of modifications and renewals
  9. 7.9Responsibilities of the applicant
  10. 7.10Practice: assessment plan for a line renewal
  1. 8.1Definition of the change and scope
  2. 8.2Identification of applicable requirements
  3. 8.3NoBo, DeBo and AsBo assessment plan
  4. 8.4Review of the safety case
  5. 8.5Process auditing
  6. 8.6Verification of evidence
  7. 8.7Assessment report
  8. 8.8Management of findings and closure
  9. 8.9Dissertation and presentation
  10. 8.10Final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

Fully 100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine study with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is IBM DOORS, Polarion, Jama Connect, advanced Excel, Microsoft Project, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures from technical file audits, independent safety assessments and documentary conformity reviews. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final integrating project.

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

Build it end to end

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

Definition of the change and scope

Explain the European framework for railway conformity assessment.

Identification of applicable requirements

Differentiate the functions of NoBo, DeBo and AsBo.

NoBo, DeBo and AsBo assessment plan

Apply the common safety method for risk evaluation.

Review of the safety case

Carry out independent safety assessments.

Process auditing

Apply audit techniques to technical files.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

AsBo assessorNoBo assessorIndependent safety assessorRailway auditorRailway certification engineerSafety management lead
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. A university degree is not required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient Spanish to follow technical regulatory reading.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme comprises 800 total hours spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.

You work with IBM DOORS, Polarion, Jama Connect, advanced Excel and Microsoft Project. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

A SEIUM own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. This is in-house training, not an official Ministry qualification.

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

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