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Postgraduate Diploma in Human-Machine Interfaces for Fire Control

Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Human-Machine Interfaces for Fire Control. 8 modules with MIL-STD-1472H (human engineering design criteria), ISO 9241-210 (user-centred design) and Figma. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

Duration800 h
ModeOnline
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Explain the principles of human factors applied to critical systems.

02

Carry out user and task analyses for operator positions.

03

Design clear interfaces in line with human engineering criteria.

04

Assess the relationship between automation, trust and situational awareness.

05

Apply human error prevention techniques in design.

06

Plan usability evaluations using objective metrics.

07

Analyse the ethical, legal and certification framework for these interfaces.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Human factors engineer wishing to specialise in Human-Machine Interfaces for Fire Control.
  • Critical systems interface designer wishing to specialise in Human-Machine Interfaces for Fire Control.
  • Usability specialist wishing to specialise in Human-Machine Interfaces for Fire Control.
  • Functional safety engineer wishing to specialise in Human-Machine Interfaces for Fire Control.
  • Operator task analyst wishing to specialise in Human-Machine Interfaces for Fire Control.
  • Systems certification consultant wishing to specialise in Human-Machine Interfaces for Fire Control.
  • Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter the defence industry.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • MIL-STD-1472H (human engineering design criteria)
  • ISO 9241-210 (user-centred design)
  • ISO 11064 (ergonomic design of control centres)
  • DEF STAN 00-251 (human factors integration)
  • ISO 9241-110 (principles of interaction)
  • ANSI/ISA-101.01 (human-machine interfaces)
  • IEC 61508 (functional safety)
Syllabus

8 modules · 800 h

  1. 1.1Human-machine interaction in critical systems
  2. 1.2Models of human information processing
  3. 1.3Situational awareness: Endsley's model
  4. 1.4Mental workload
  5. 1.5Human error and its prevention
  6. 1.6MIL-STD-1472H and Def Stan 00-250 standards
  7. 1.7Human-system integration (HSI)
  8. 1.8Meaningful human control
  9. 1.9Lessons from historical incidents
  10. 1.10Workshop: analysis of an incident involving human factors
  1. 2.1Hierarchical task analysis (HTA)
  2. 2.2Cognitive task analysis
  3. 2.3User profiles and training
  4. 2.4Operating environment: vibration, noise and lighting
  5. 2.5Crew requirements
  6. 2.6Usage scenarios
  7. 2.7Personas and use cases
  8. 2.8Usability requirements
  9. 2.9Requirements traceability
  10. 2.10Practice: HTA of an operator position
  1. 3.1Interface design principles
  2. 3.2Visual hierarchy and symbology
  3. 3.3MIL-STD-2525 symbology
  4. 3.4Touchscreen design
  5. 3.5Physical controls and grips
  6. 3.6Use with gloves and in motion
  7. 3.7Night vision and compatible lighting
  8. 3.8Colour coding and accessibility
  9. 3.9Alarms and messages
  10. 3.10Laboratory: screen prototype in Figma
  1. 4.1Sheridan's levels of automation
  2. 4.2Automation bias
  3. 4.3Calibrated trust
  4. 4.4System transparency
  5. 4.5Mode management and mode confusion
  6. 4.6Human supervision
  7. 4.7Assistance versus autonomy
  8. 4.8Explainability of AI systems
  9. 4.9Legal implications of human control
  10. 4.10Case study: design of critical confirmations
  1. 5.1Functional safety in critical software
  2. 5.2Interlocks and confirmations
  3. 5.3Prevention of unintended activations
  4. 5.4Degraded mode management
  5. 5.5Interface hazard analysis
  6. 5.6FMEA of the interaction
  7. 5.7Design for recovery
  8. 5.8Event logging
  9. 5.9Applicable safety standards
  10. 5.10Practice: FMEA of an operator sequence
  1. 6.1Heuristic evaluation methods
  2. 6.2User testing
  3. 6.3Performance and error metrics
  4. 6.4NASA-TLX and SUS
  5. 6.5Eye tracking
  6. 6.6Simulators and virtual reality
  7. 6.7Trials in representative environments
  8. 6.8Ethics in testing with people
  9. 6.9Usability report
  10. 6.10Laboratory: usability test using SUS
  1. 7.1International humanitarian law and human control
  2. 7.2Article 36 of Additional Protocol I
  3. 7.3CCW debate on autonomous systems
  4. 7.4Responsibility and decision chain
  5. 7.5Design documentation and traceability
  6. 7.6Software certification
  7. 7.7Operator training
  8. 7.8Interface cybersecurity
  9. 7.9Designer ethics
  10. 7.10Case study: ethical-legal review of an interface
  1. 8.1User and task analysis
  2. 8.2Interface requirements
  3. 8.3Interaction concept
  4. 8.4Screen prototype
  5. 8.5Safety analysis
  6. 8.6Usability evaluation
  7. 8.7Ethical-legal analysis
  8. 8.8Design recommendations
  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 lectures and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, making it possible to combine with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Figma, Axure RP, Qt Design Studio, MATLAB/Simulink, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Trials are studied using real usability evaluation procedures with representative users, workload measurement with NASA-TLX, and simulation of operator positions. 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 operating limits.
Industry-mentored:lecturers with experience 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 OT cyber, IHL 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.

User and task analysis

Explain the principles of human factors applied to critical systems.

Interface requirements

Carry out user and task analyses for operator positions.

Interaction concept

Design clear interfaces in line with human engineering criteria.

Screen prototype

Assess the relationship between automation, trust and situational awareness.

Safety analysis

Apply human error prevention techniques in design.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Human factors engineerCritical systems interface designerUsability specialistFunctional safety engineerOperator task analystSystems certification consultant
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 command of Spanish to follow technical standards documentation.

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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 full-time work.

The course uses Figma, Axure RP, Qt Design Studio and MATLAB/Simulink. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

A diploma issued by SEIUM Institute upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. It is in-house training, not an official Ministry qualification.

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

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