Postgraduate Diploma in Geometric Design and Runoffs Grade 1–3
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Geometric Design and Runoffs Grade 1–3. 8 modules covering Appendix O of the FIA International Sporting Code (circuits), Appendix H of the FIA International Sporting Code and Autodesk Civil 3D. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
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What you will be able to do
Interpret the homologation requirements for circuits by grade.
Design the geometry of a competition track layout.
Simulate run-off trajectories and impact speeds.
Size runoff areas according to speed and angle.
Design safe kerbs and track limits.
Plan the safety infrastructure of the circuit.
Manage a circuit project through to homologation.
Who it's for
- Circuit design engineer looking to specialise in Geometric Design and Runoffs Grade 1–3.
- Civil engineer in sports infrastructure looking to specialise in Geometric Design and Runoffs Grade 1–3.
- Circuit safety technician looking to specialise in Geometric Design and Runoffs Grade 1–3.
- Circuit director looking to specialise in Geometric Design and Runoffs Grade 1–3.
- Homologation consultant looking to specialise in Geometric Design and Runoffs Grade 1–3.
- Simulation engineer looking to specialise in Geometric Design and Runoffs Grade 1–3.
- Graduates in engineering or science seeking to enter circuits and race tracks.
What you'll work with
- Appendix or the FIA International Sports Code (circuits)
- Appendix H of the FIA International Sports Code
- FIM Standards for Road Racing Circuits
- FIA International Sports Code
- EN 13036-4 Slide resistance
- Directive 2011/92/EU on Environmental Impact Assessment
- Directive 2002/49/EC on Environmental Noise
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Permanent and street circuit typologies1.2FIA homologation process1.3Circuit grades 1 to 61.4Requirements by grade1.5Inspections and licences1.6Circuits for motorcycling and FIM1.7Drawings and required documentation1.8Historical evolution of safety1.9Stakeholders in design1.10Workshop: requirements analysis of a Grade 2 circuit
2.1Track length and width2.2Straights, corners and radii2.3Linked corners and chicanes2.4Banking and gradients2.5Visibility and sight lines2.6Design speeds2.7Overtaking zones2.8Pit lane and entries2.9Design for spectators2.10Practice: preliminary plan layout
3.1Corner speed simulation3.2Run-off trajectories3.3Impact angles3.4Estimated exit speeds3.5Locked-wheel vehicle simulation3.6Circuit simulation tools3.7Reference vehicle data3.8Failure scenarios3.9Interpretation of results3.10Laboratory: run-off trajectory simulation at a fast corner
4.1Function of runoffs4.2Gravel traps4.3Asphalt run-offs and their control4.4High-friction surfaces4.5Sizing by exit speed4.6Angles and geometries4.7Compatibility between cars and motorcycles4.8Drainage and maintenance4.9Influence on track limits4.10Case study: runoff at a 250 km/h corner
5.1Kerb types and profiles5.2Sausage kerbs and their risk5.3Kerbs for motorcycling5.4Paint and grip5.5Track limits and sensors5.6Design to prevent take-offs5.7Kerb maintenance5.8Kerb regulations5.9Track limit controversies5.10Practice: kerb design for a chicane
6.1Pavement: layers and mixes6.2Track drainage6.3Marshal posts6.4Medical centre and emergency access6.5Pit building and paddock6.6Grandstands and spectator areas6.7Safety fencing6.8Lighting for night racing6.9Accessibility and evacuation6.10Case study: marshal post locations
7.1Phases of a circuit project7.2Preliminary studies and surveying7.3Environmental and noise impact7.4Design with Civil 3D7.5Review with FIA inspectors7.6Construction and quality control7.7Final homologation inspection7.8Modifications to existing circuits7.9Construction costs7.10Workshop: circuit project schedule
8.1Definition of the target grade8.2Site study8.3Geometric design of the track layout8.4Run-off trajectory simulation8.5Runoff area design8.6Kerb and infrastructure design8.7Homologation documentation8.8Cost estimate8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: 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 Autodesk Civil 3D, FIA Circuit Safety Analysis System (CSAS), PC-Crash, AutoCAD, MATLAB, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Case studies use real preliminary track design procedures, run-off trajectory simulation and runoff area sizing. Assessment is continuous by module plus the final integrating project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Interpret the homologation requirements for circuits by grade.
Design the geometry of a competition track layout.
Simulate run-off trajectories and impact speeds.
Size runoff areas according to speed and angle.
Design safe kerbs and track limits.
Where this takes you
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 Spanish to follow technical regulatory reading.
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 800 hours spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with full-time work.
You will work with Autodesk Civil 3D, FIA Circuit Safety Analysis System (CSAS), PC-Crash, AutoCAD, MATLAB. 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 diploma in the same area are credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.
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