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Postgraduate Diploma in Compression, Storage and Distribution

Online Postgraduate Diploma of 800 h in compression, storage and distribution. 8 modules covering ISO 19880-1 (hydrogen refuelling stations), SAE J2601 (refuelling protocols) and Aspen HYSYS. Dedicated tutor and enrolment open.

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

Compare hydrogen logistics chains.

02

Select hydrogen compression technologies.

03

Size compressed storage systems.

04

Assess hydrogen liquefaction and chemical carriers.

05

Plan distribution by road and by pipeline.

06

Design a hydrogen refuelling station in accordance with ISO 19880-1.

07

Apply safety regulation to hydrogen infrastructure.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Hydrogen infrastructure engineer seeking to specialise in compression, storage and distribution.
  • Compression engineer seeking to specialise in compression, storage and distribution.
  • Industrial safety engineer seeking to specialise in compression, storage and distribution.
  • Hydrogen refuelling station project manager seeking to specialise in compression, storage and distribution.
  • Energy logistics analyst seeking to specialise in compression, storage and distribution.
  • Pressure vessel engineer seeking to specialise in compression, storage and distribution.
  • Engineering or science graduates looking to enter the hydrogen industry.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • ISO 19880-1 (hydrogen refuelling stations)
  • SAE J2601 (refuelling protocols)
  • Directive 2014/68/EU (pressure equipment)
  • ADR (carriage of dangerous goods by road)
  • ISO 14687 (hydrogen fuel quality)
  • Regulation (EU) 2023/1804 (AFIR)
  • ISO 11114-1 (compatibility of metallic materials)
Syllabus

8 modules · 800 h

  1. 1.1Thermodynamic properties relevant to transport
  2. 1.2Volumetric and gravimetric density
  3. 1.3Supply chain from production to consumption
  4. 1.4Options: compressed gas, liquid and carriers
  5. 1.5Demand scales: industry, mobility and grid
  6. 1.6ADR regulations for road transport
  7. 1.7European infrastructure planning
  8. 1.8Logistics cost in the final price
  9. 1.9Reference projects
  10. 1.10Case study: logistics chain for a hydrogen valley
  1. 2.1Compression thermodynamics and the Z-factor
  2. 2.2Reciprocating piston compressors
  3. 2.3Diaphragm compressors
  4. 2.4Ionic and electrochemical compressors
  5. 2.5Centrifugal compressors for pipelines
  6. 2.6Intercooling and stages
  7. 2.7Lubrication and gas purity
  8. 2.8Specific consumption kWh/kg
  9. 2.9Compressor reliability and maintenance
  10. 2.10Laboratory: calculation of a three-stage compression
  1. 3.1Type I to IV vessels and their pressures
  2. 3.2Cascade storage banks
  3. 3.3Storage at 200, 350, 500 and 700 bar
  4. 3.4Standards ISO 19884 and EN 17533
  5. 3.5Geological storage in salt caverns
  6. 3.6Depleted reservoirs and aquifers
  7. 3.7Pipelines as line-pack storage
  8. 3.8Sizing against demand profiles
  9. 3.9Safety and separation distances
  10. 3.10Practical: sizing a cascade storage system
  1. 4.1Claude and helium liquefaction cycle
  2. 4.2Ortho-para conversion
  3. 4.3Energy consumption of liquefaction
  4. 4.4Cryogenic storage and boil-off
  5. 4.5Organic carriers: LOHC
  6. 4.6Ammonia as a carrier and its cracking
  7. 4.7Metal hydrides
  8. 4.8Technical comparison of carriers
  9. 4.9Maritime hydrogen transport
  10. 4.10Workshop: cost comparison of LH2, LOHC and ammonia
  1. 5.1Tube trailers and their capacities
  2. 5.2MEGC containers
  3. 5.3Cryogenic tankers
  4. 5.4Dedicated hydrogen pipelines
  5. 5.5Blending with natural gas and limits
  6. 5.6Separation with membranes and PSA
  7. 5.7Regulation and metering stations
  8. 5.8Odorisation and leak detection
  9. 5.9Gas quality in the grid
  10. 5.10Case study: distribution route with tube trailers
  1. 6.1Architecture of a refuelling station
  2. 6.2SAE J2601 refuelling protocol
  3. 6.3Precooling to -40 °C
  4. 6.4Dispensers and nozzles
  5. 6.5Refuelling heavy vehicles
  6. 6.6ISO 19880-1 standard
  7. 6.7Hydrogen measurement and metrology
  8. 6.8Fuel quality ISO 14687
  9. 6.9Station availability and reliability
  10. 6.10Laboratory: simulation of a 700 bar refuelling
  1. 7.1ATEX Directive and zone classification
  2. 7.2Regulation on storage of chemical products
  3. 7.3Pressure Equipment Directive
  4. 7.4Quantitative risk analysis QRA
  5. 7.5Safety distances and ventilation
  6. 7.6Flame and gas detection
  7. 7.7Emergency response
  8. 7.8Permits and installation approval procedures
  9. 7.9Insurance and liability
  10. 7.10Practical: ATEX zoning of a hydrogen refuelling station
  1. 8.1Definition of demand and location
  2. 8.2Selection of the logistics route
  3. 8.3Compression design
  4. 8.4Storage sizing
  5. 8.5Distribution system design
  6. 8.6Safety analysis
  7. 8.7Economic evaluation of delivered cost
  8. 8.8Permitting and execution plan
  9. 8.9Report 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 a dedicated 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 Aspen HYSYS, DNV Phast, ANSYS Fluent, advanced Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. The exercises draw on real procedures for leak consequence analysis, logistics cost calculation and hydrogen refuelling station safety studies. Assessment is continuous per module plus the final integrating project.

Accreditation-ready laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with a rotor test rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-oriented Master's Thesis (final project):safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operating limits.
Industry-mentored:lecturers with careers 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 core 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 demand and location

Compare hydrogen logistics chains.

Selection of the logistics route

Select hydrogen compression technologies.

Compression design

Size compressed storage systems.

Storage sizing

Assess hydrogen liquefaction and chemical carriers.

Distribution system design

Plan distribution by road and by pipeline.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Hydrogen infrastructure engineerCompression engineerIndustrial safety engineerHydrogen refuelling station project managerEnergy logistics analystPressure vessel engineer
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.
  • Level of Spanish sufficient to follow technical regulatory reading.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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

The programme uses Aspen HYSYS, DNV Phast, ANSYS Fluent and advanced Excel. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

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

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

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