Rad-hard components course
About our
The Rad-Hard Components Course offers specialized training in radiation-resistant electronics, focusing on the design, selection, and characterization of electronic components that operate in high-radiation environments, such as space and nuclear applications. Techniques for evaluating radiation tolerance are studied, including total dose, single-dose effects, and transient phenomena, using simulation tools and irradiation tests. Technologies such as rad-hard CMOS, rad-hard memories, and circuit protection are explored.
This course provides practical knowledge on component selection and radiation mitigation, with the aim of ensuring the reliability and longevity of electronic systems under extreme conditions. Participants learn to design and analyze circuits that meet aerospace industry standards and understand relevant safety regulations. It prepares participants for roles such as design engineers, systems engineers, and radiation specialists, with career opportunities in the space and defense industry.
Rad-hard components course
- Format: Hybrid
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 2
649 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. Design and Validation of Rad-Hard Circuits
- Understand the fundamentals of radiation-hard electronics.
- Analyze the behavior of semiconductors and electronic components under radiation.
- Design radiation-hard integrated circuits (ICs).
- Simulate and validate the performance of Rad-hard circuits using computer-aided design (CAD) tools.
- Select appropriate Rad-hard components for specific applications.
- Evaluate and mitigate the effects of radiation on circuits.
- Implement design techniques to improve radiation tolerance.
- Perform irradiation tests and failure analysis on Rad-hard circuits.
- Apply industry standards and norms for Rad-hard circuit design.
- Produce technical reports and documentation on the design and Rad-Hard circuit validation.
2. Analysis and Optimization of Radiation Resistance in Electronic Components
## What Will You Learn?
This course will provide you with the tools and knowledge necessary to master the analysis and optimization of radiation resistance in electronic components. Through a combination of theory, practical examples, and case studies, you will gain a deep understanding of the challenges and solutions in this critical field. Specifically, you will learn to:
1. Understand and apply the key concepts of radiation resistance in electronic components.
2. Identify and evaluate the effects of radiation on different types of electronic components, including semiconductors, integrated circuits, and memory devices.
3. Use simulation and analysis tools to predict the behavior of electronic components under radiation exposure.
4. Design and optimize electronic circuits and systems to minimize the effects of radiation and ensure reliability and durability.
5. Apply radiation protection techniques, such as shielding and the use of radiation-resistant components.
6. Analyze and evaluate experimental and simulation data to validate models and improve component design. 7. Understand the relevant standards and regulations for radiation resistance in the aerospace, defense, and other critical applications.
8. Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in the field of radiation resistance.
3. Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)
You will learn to integrate the entire product development process, from initial model conception to final validation, applying user-centered methodologies. You will develop skills in parametric design, ergonomics, simulation, sustainable materials, 3D visualization, and manufacturing management, ensuring efficient, safe solutions that meet current industry standards.
4. Implementation and Evaluation of Radiation Effects Mitigation Techniques
4. Implementation and Evaluation of Radiation Mitigation Techniques
Understand the mechanisms of radiation interaction with matter.
Identify the different types of radiation and their effects on materials.
Analyze radiation shielding techniques, including materials and geometries.
Evaluate the effectiveness of radiation protection barriers.
Implement methodologies for radiation risk management.
Study the effects of radiation on electronic systems and their mitigation.
Develop strategies for the protection of personnel and the environment.
Use simulation software for radiation protection analysis.
Interpret international regulations and standards on radiation safety.
Apply radiation measurement and monitoring techniques.
5. Analysis and Design of Radiation-Resistant Electronic Circuits
5. Analysis and Design of Radiation-Resistant Electronic Circuits
- Fundamentals of radiation: types, effects on electronic components, and radiation environments.
- Circuit modeling: simulation and analysis of electronic circuits under radiation using specialized software.
- Design of radiation-tolerant circuits: techniques to mitigate the effects of radiation on circuit performance.
- Selection of radiation-resistant components: selection criteria, testing, and characterization of components.
- Layout and packaging design: considerations for minimizing radiation exposure and protecting components.
- Testing and validation: testing and validation methods for radiation-resistant electronic circuits.
- Applications: examples of radiation-resistant electronic circuits in different environments (space, nuclear, etc.).
6. Evaluation of the Reliability and Durability of Rad-Hard Components
- Evaluation of degradation of components under radiation exposure.
- Analysis of failures and damage mechanisms induced by radiation.
- Study of the sensitivity of materials and components to radiation.
- Application of risk analysis techniques in rad-hard environments.
- Knowledge of the regulations and standards relevant to rad-hard components.
- Selection and design of components with high resistance to radiation.
Who this program is for:
Rad-hard components course
- Engineers with degrees in Naval Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or related fields.
- Professionals working in the design, development, manufacturing, or maintenance of systems and equipment operating in high-radiation environments, such as shipyards, defense companies, and naval research institutions.
- Technical personnel from the Navy, Coast Guard, and other naval forces, including engineers, technicians, and operations personnel seeking to deepen their knowledge of rad-hard components.
- Scientists, researchers, and technicians from naval research centers, testing laboratories, and universities working on projects related to radiation and Electronics.
Recommended Requirements: Basic knowledge of electronics, digital systems, and semiconductor physics; proficiency in simulation tools (e.g., SPICE). Language: An upper-intermediate level of English (B2/C1) is required for understanding technical materials and participating in the course.
- Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the first module.
- Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
- Evidence-oriented TFM: safety case, test plan, compliance dossierand operational limits.
- Mentored by industry: teachers with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
- Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
- Ethics and security: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
1.1 Fundamentals of Radiation and its Effects on Circuits
1.2 Rad-Hard Electronic Circuit Design: Principles and Methodologies
1.3 Selection of Radiation-Resistant Components and Materials
1.4 Simulation and Design Tools for Rad-Hard Environments
1.5 Experimental Validation of Rad-Hard Circuits: Tests and Methodologies
1.6 Design of Fault-Tolerant and Redundancy-Induced Circuits
1.7 Analysis of Circuit Vulnerability to Radiation
1.8 Modeling and Simulation of Radiation Effects on Components
1.9 Layout and Routing Design to Minimize Radiation Effects
1.10 Case Studies: Design and Validation of Applied Rad-Hard Circuits
2.2 Principles of Radiation-Matter Interaction
2.2 Modeling and Simulation of Radiation Response
2.3 Analysis of Radiation-Induced Failures in Semiconductors
2.4 Evaluation of the Radiation Sensitivity of Individual Components
2.5 Analysis of Parameter Degradation as a Function of Dose
2.6 Techniques for Defect Analysis and Failure Mechanisms
2.7 Radiation Simulation Software and Tools
2.8 Interpretation and Analysis of Radiation Test Results
2.9 Design Methodologies for Radiation Resilience
2.20 Case Studies: Analysis of Specific Components and Systems
3.3 Integration of Rad-Hard Components into Electronic Systems
3.2 Characterization of Rad-Hard Devices: Techniques and Methodologies
3.3 PCB Design for High-Radiation Environments
3.4 Soldering and Assembly of Rad-Hard Components
3.5 Performance Testing and Verification of Rad-Hard Systems
3.6 Failure Analysis and Repair of Rad-Hard Systems
3.7 Software Design for Rad-Hard Systems
3.8 Validation of Rad-Hard System Integration
3.9 Radiation Testing of Complete Systems
3.30 Documentation and Quality Control for Rad-Hard Systems
4.4 Introduction to Radiation Effect Mitigation
4.2 Mitigation Techniques: Design and Layout
4.3 Mitigation Techniques: Component Selection
4.4 Mitigation Techniques: Shielding
4.5 Mitigation Techniques: Redundancy and Fault Tolerance
4.6 Evaluation and Optimization of Mitigation Techniques
4.7 Design of Radiation-Resistant Circuits with Mitigation
4.8 Simulation and Analysis of Mitigated Circuits
4.9 Implementation of Mitigation Techniques in Real Systems
4.40 Case Studies: Mitigation Applications in the Shipbuilding Industry
5. Rad-hard Circuit Design: Components, Architectures, and Tools
5. Validation of Rad-hard Designs: Simulation and Testing
3. Modeling the Effects of Radiation on Devices and Circuits
4. Failure Analysis and Degradation Mechanisms in Radiation Environments
5. Design Techniques for Radiation Tolerance: Redundancy and Error Correction
6. Selection and Evaluation of Rad-hard Components
7. Design Testing and Verification in Simulated Radiation Environments
8. Design Documentation and Compliance with Space Regulations
5. Types of Radiation and Their Effects on Electronic Components
5. Modeling and Simulation of Radiation Effects on Devices and Circuits
3. Radiation Sensitivity Analysis of Components
4. Design Optimization for Radiation Resistance
5. Selection of Materials and Technologies for Radiation Resistance
6. Simulation and Analysis of Radiation Effects in Complex Systems
7. Radiation Analysis Tools and Methodologies
8. Case Studies: Analysis of Faults and Mitigation in Different Applications
5. Integration of Radiation-Hard Components into Printed Circuit Boards
5. Assembly and Connection Techniques for Radiation Environments
3. Characterization of Radiation-Hard Components: Electrical and Radiation Parameters
4. Measuring the Radiation Response of Components and Circuits
5. Performance and Reliability Testing of Integrated Systems
6. Design of Shielding and Protection Systems
7. Quality Control and Verification of Integrated Components and Systems
8. Case Studies: Integration and Characterization in Specific Applications
5. Mitigation Techniques: Design, Routing, and Component Selection
5. Design of Fault-Tolerant Circuits: Redundancy, Voting, and Error Correction
3. Radiation Shielding and Protection: Materials and Techniques
4. Implementation of Mitigation Algorithms and Protocols
5. Performance Evaluation of Mitigation Techniques
6. Implementation of Fault Monitoring and Diagnostic Systems
7. Simulation and Validation Testing of Techniques Mitigation
8. Case Studies: Application of Techniques in Real-World Scenarios
5. Design of Rad-Hard Analog Circuits: Amplifiers, Filters, and Converters
5. Design of Rad-Hard Digital Circuits: Logic, Memory, and Microprocessors
3. Design of Rad-Hard Power Supply Circuits: Regulators and Converters
4. Design of Rad-Hard Interface Circuits: Communication and Control
5. Design of Radiation Protection Circuits
6. Simulation and Performance Verification in Radiation Environments
7. Design and Simulation Tools for Rad-Hard Circuits
8. Practical Examples of Radiation-Resistant Circuit Design
5. Evaluation of the Reliability of Rad-Hard Components
5. Failure Mode Analysis and Radiation Effects
3. Long-Term Durability Testing in Radiation Environments
4. Modeling and Prediction of Component Lifespan
5. Accelerated Aging Testing
6. Component Selection Criteria for Long-Life Applications
7. Risk Analysis and Failure Mitigation
8. Case Studies: Reliability Analysis in Different Applications
5. Review of Radiation-Hard Circuit Design Principles
5. Circuit Simulation and Analysis Tools
3. Radiation Sensitivity and Tolerance Analysis
4. Circuit Design with Mitigation Techniques
5. Circuit Design with Available Radiation-Hard Components
6. Design Verification and Validation
7. Design Optimization for Performance and Reliability
8. Case Studies and Practical Design Examples
5. Component and Architecture Selection for Radiation-Hard Systems
5. Power Supply and Distribution System Design
3. Communication and Control System Design
4. Implementation of Radiation Mitigation Techniques
5. Protection and Shielding System Design
6. Integration and Testing of Complete Systems
7. System Performance Verification and Validation
8. Prototype Development and Performance Evaluation in Simulated Environments
6.6 Introduction to Reliability and Durability Assessment of Rad-Hard Components
6.2 Reliability Assessment Methods in Radiation Environments
6.3 Durability and Accelerated Aging Tests for Rad-Hard Components
6.4 Failure Mode and Effects Analysis of Rad-Hard Components
6.5 Reliability Modeling and Simulation in Rad-Hard Systems
6.6 Factors Affecting Durability: Total Dose, Daily Dose, and Creep
6.7 Design for Reliability and Durability in Space Electronics Systems
6.8 Data Analysis Tools and Techniques for Reliability
6.9 Case Studies: Reliability and Durability Analysis of Different Rad-Hard Components
6.60 Regulations and Standards in Rad-Hard Component Assessment
- Hands-on methodology: test-before-you-trust, design reviews, failure analysis, compliance evidence.
- Software (depending on licenses/partners): MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), OpenVSP, SU2/OpenFOAM, Nastran/Abaqus, AMESim/Modelica, acoustics tools, planning toolchains DO-178C.
- SEIUM Laboratories: scale rotor bench, vibrations/acoustics, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL for AFCS, data acquisition with strain gauging.
- Standards and compliance: EN 9100, 17025, ISO 27001, GDPR.
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Admissions, fees, and scholarships
- Profile: Background in Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields; practical experience in NLP and valued information retrieval systems.
- Documentation: Updated CV, academic transcript, SOP/statement of purpose, project examples or code (optional).
- Process: Application → Technical evaluation of profile and experience → Technical interview → Review of case studies → Final decision → Enrollment.
- Fees:
- Single payment: 10% discount.
- Payment in 3 installments: No fees; 30% upon registration + 2 equal monthly payments of the remaining 35%.
Monthly payment: available with a 7% commission on the total; annual review.
Scholarships: based on academic merit, financial need, and promoting inclusion; agreements with companies in the sector for partial or full scholarships.
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F. A. Q
Frequently asked questions
Yes, we have international certification
Yes: experimental models, real data, applied simulations, professional environments, real case studies.
It is not mandatory. We offer leveling tracks and tutoring.
Completely. It covers e-propulsion, integration, and emerging regulations (SC-VTOL).
Recommended. There are also internal challenges and consortiums.
Yes. Online/hybrid modality with planned labs and visa support (see “Visa & Residence”).