Postgraduate Diploma in High-Resistance Transmissions for Defence
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in High-Resistance Transmissions for Defence. 8 modules covering ISO 6336 (load capacity of spur gears), ANSI/AGMA 2001-D04 (gear capacity) and KISSsoft. Dedicated tutor and enrolment open.
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What you will be able to do
Describe transmission architectures for wheeled and tracked vehicles.
Calculate gears and gearboxes to ISO 6336.
Analyse speed-differential steering systems on tracked vehicles.
Size traction systems and differentials on wheeled vehicles.
Estimate the durability and reliability of transmission components.
Compare hybrid and electric transmissions for heavy vehicles.
Define transmission maintenance and support plans.
Who it's for
- Transmission engineer looking to specialise in High-Resistance Transmissions for Defence.
- Gear design engineer looking to specialise in High-Resistance Transmissions for Defence.
- Mechanical reliability engineer looking to specialise in High-Resistance Transmissions for Defence.
- Traction systems engineer looking to specialise in High-Resistance Transmissions for Defence.
- Hybrid transmission specialist looking to specialise in High-Resistance Transmissions for Defence.
- Predictive maintenance engineer looking to specialise in High-Resistance Transmissions for Defence.
- Graduates in engineering or science seeking to enter the land defence industry.
What you'll work with
- ISO 6336 (cylindrical gear load capacity)
- ANSI/AGMA 2001-D04 (Gear Capacity)
- ISO 281 (bearing life)
- ISO 1328-1 (Gear Tolerances)
- MIL-STD-810H (Environmental Trials)
- MIL-HDBK-217F (Reliability Prediction)
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Functions of the transmission1.2Torque requirements and power-to-weight ratio1.3Tracked vehicle transmissions1.4Wheeled vehicle transmissions1.5Manufacturers: Renk, Allison, ZF1.6Engine integration1.7Efficiency and losses1.8Mission profiles and load cycle1.9Powertrain architecture1.10Workshop: analysis of an 8x8 powertrain
2.1Gear geometry2.2Calculation to ISO 6336 and AGMA2.3Epicyclic gear trains2.4Planetary automatic gearboxes2.5Multi-plate clutches and brakes2.6Torque converter2.7Gear materials and treatments2.8Lubrication and efficiency2.9Gear noise and vibration2.10Practical: gear capacity calculation
3.1Differential braking steering3.2Regenerative steering3.3Hydrostatic steering transmissions3.4Double differential3.5Pivot turn3.6Turning kinematics3.7Electronic steering control3.8Losses in turning3.9Manoeuvre testing3.10Laboratory: turning kinematic model
4.1Differentials and locks4.2Transfer cases4.36x6 and 8x8 traction4.4Hub reduction gears4.5Drive axles and half-shafts4.6Steering on multiple axles4.7Traction control4.8Tyres and variable tyre pressure4.9Ratio selection4.10Case study: designing the driveline of a 6x6
5.1Gear and bearing fatigue5.2Pitting and wear5.3Bearing life to ISO 2815.4Transmission test bench trials5.5Accelerated testing5.6Transmission FMECA5.7Oil and particle analysis5.8Vibration monitoring5.9Transmission thermal management5.10Practical: bearing life estimation
6.1Series and parallel hybrid architectures6.2Electric transmission6.3In-wheel motors6.4Gearboxes for electric motors6.5Regenerative braking6.6Energy management6.7Electrical system reliability6.8Integration into existing vehicles6.9Demonstration programmes6.10Case study: mechanical versus electric comparison
7.1Multi-level maintenance7.2Transmission diagnostics7.3Powerpack replacement7.4Rebuild and overhaul7.5Military lubricants7.6Spare parts management7.7Maintainer training7.8Quality standards7.9Workshop safety7.10Workshop: automatic gearbox diagnostic procedure
8.1Requirements definition8.2Architecture selection8.3Ratio calculation8.4Gear design8.5Steering or traction system8.6Durability analysis8.7Test plan8.8Maintenance plan8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and a dedicated technical tutor. 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 KISSsoft, Romax, MSC Adams, ANSYS Mechanical, MATLAB/Simulink, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real transmission test bench procedures, gear durability tests, and vibration and oil analysis. Assessment is continuous per 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.
Describe transmission architectures for wheeled and tracked vehicles.
Calculate gears and gearboxes to ISO 6336.
Analyse speed-differential steering systems on tracked vehicles.
Size traction systems and differentials on wheeled vehicles.
Estimate the durability and reliability of transmission components.
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 standards documentation.
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 KISSsoft, Romax, MSC Adams, ANSYS Mechanical, MATLAB/Simulink. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An own-award diploma from SEIUM Institute upon passing the continuous assessment and the final integrating project. This is in-house training, not an official title from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.
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