Urban Air Quality and Regulations Course
About our
The Urban Air Quality and Regulations course explores the problem of air pollution in urban environments, addressing air quality monitoring and management. It focuses on understanding emission sources, the dispersion of pollutants, and the impacts on health and the environment, always linked to current environmental regulations. It includes the use of simulation models and the analysis of air quality data for the evaluation and design of mitigation strategies.
The course provides a solid foundation in environmental legislation and the implementation of air quality plans. The operation of monitoring networks and pollutant measurement techniques are studied. It focuses on the practical application of tools and knowledge for risk assessment, the formulation of corrective measures, and data-driven decision-making to improve public health and urban sustainability.
Urban Air Quality and Regulations Course
- Format: Online
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 2
799 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. Urban Air Quality Management: Analysis, Regulations and Strategies
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Identify and apply international air quality regulations and standards.
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Use advanced tools and techniques for air quality analysis, including pollutant dispersion modeling.
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Evaluate the impact of air pollution on human health and the environment.
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Develop and implement effective strategies to improve urban air quality, including emissions control and sustainable urban planning.
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Analyze air quality monitoring data and generate technical reports.
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Understand the principles of air quality management and public participation.
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Be familiar with the latest technologies and trends in air pollution monitoring and control.
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Evaluate the economic and social viability of different air quality improvement strategies.
Understand common air pollutants and their sources in urban environments.
1. Optimization of Urban Air Quality: Study, Legislation and Planning
- Understand the fundamentals of urban air quality and its impact on health and the environment.
- Analyze the sources of urban air pollution, including vehicular, industrial, and residential emissions.
- Study the environmental legislation and regulations related to air quality at the national and international levels.
- Evaluate methods and tools for measuring and monitoring air quality in urban environments.
- Develop urban planning strategies to improve air quality, including the use of clean technologies and the promotion of sustainable mobility.
- Analyze pollutant dispersion models and their application in scenario assessment and decision-making.
- Identify and evaluate air pollution mitigation solutions, such as the use of renewable energy and the implementation of low-emission zones.
- Understand the relationship between air quality and the Effects on human health, including respiratory and cardiovascular diseases.
Study successful case studies of air quality improvement in cities around the world.
Apply the acquired knowledge to the development of plans and projects for optimizing urban air quality in different contexts.
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. Specialization in Urban Air Quality: Regulations, Evaluation and Optimization
4. Specialization in Urban Air Quality: Regulations, Evaluation, and Optimization
- Understand national and international regulations on air quality, including European Union directives and WHO standards.
- Identify and analyze sources of urban air pollution, such as vehicular traffic, industry, heating, and agriculture.
- Use advanced tools and techniques for measuring and monitoring air quality, including sensors, monitoring stations, and pollutant dispersion modeling.
- Evaluate the impact of air pollution on human health and the environment, considering the short- and long-term effects of different pollutants.
- Develop and implement strategies for optimizing urban air quality, including emissions control measures, sustainable urban planning, and the promotion of clean transportation.
- Analyze and apply Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) methodologies for urban projects, incorporating considerations regarding air quality. air.
- Interpret data and generate technical reports on air quality, communicating findings effectively to different audiences.
- Understand and apply emerging technologies for improving air quality, such as purification systems, electric vehicles, and renewable energies.
- Understand the legal and regulatory framework related to air quality, including emissions permits, air quality plans, and penalties for non-compliance.
- Participate in the development of action plans for improving air quality, collaborating with authorities, companies, and the community.
5. Urban Air Quality Management: Regulations, Assessment and Management Strategies
- Understand national and international regulations on urban air quality.
- Evaluate sources of air pollutant emissions in urban environments.
- Use tools and methods for measuring and monitoring air quality.
- Analyze air quality data and determine compliance with standards.
- Identify the main pollutants and their effects on human health and the environment.
- Develop pollutant dispersion models to predict air quality.
- Design and implement air quality management strategies, such as action plans and control measures.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of management strategies and make continuous improvements.
- Use innovative technologies and solutions to improve urban air quality.
- Communicate and disseminate information on air quality to the general public.
6. Expert Domain in Urban Air Quality: Regulations, Evaluation and Control
6. Expert Domain in Urban Air Quality: Regulations, Assessment, and Control
Understand national and international regulations on urban air quality.
Identify and assess sources of air pollution in urban environments.
Apply modeling and simulation methodologies to predict pollutant dispersion.
Master air quality sampling and measurement techniques, including sensors and monitoring stations.
Analyze air quality data to identify trends, patterns, and specific problems.
Develop and implement air pollution control strategies, considering different urban scenarios.
Evaluate the impact of air quality on human health and the environment.
Know pollution mitigation technologies, such as filters, catalysts, and renewable energy sources.
Manage air quality improvement projects, from planning to implementation. through implementation and monitoring.
Who this program is for:
Urban Air Quality and Regulations Course
- Graduates in Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, or related disciplines.
- Professionals from public administrations, environmental organizations, and consulting firms.
- Specialists in public health, urban planning, and sustainable development seeking professional development.
- Researchers and technicians from research centers and universities interested in air quality.
Recommended requirements: Basic knowledge of chemistry and meteorology; ES/EN B2+.
- 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.
Module 1 — Introduction to Air Quality and Regulations
1.1 Air Quality Fundamentals: Pollutants and Sources
1.2 Regulatory Framework: National and International Regulations
1.3 Air Quality Monitoring: Methods and Equipment
1.4 Air Pollution Assessment: Modeling and Simulation
1.5 Air Quality Indicators: Indices and Standards
1.6 Impact of Pollution: Human Health and the Environment
1.7 Principles of Air Quality Management
1.8 Environmental Legislation: Key Guidelines and Regulations
1.9 Case Studies: Problems and Solutions in Urban Environments
1.10 Introduction to Improvement Strategies
2.2 General Regulatory Framework for Urban Air Quality: International and National Legislation
2.2 Establishing Air Quality Standards: Specific Guidelines and Regulations
2.3 Air Quality Assessment: Monitoring Methods and Techniques
2.4 Air Quality Indicators: Definition and Application
2.5 Air Quality Data Analysis: Interpretation and Reporting
2.6 Environmental Impact Assessment: Considerations for Air Quality
2.7 Emission Source Analysis: Identification and Characterization
2.8 Air Quality Modeling: Tools and Applications
2.9 Regulatory Compliance: Strategies and Planning
2.20 Case Studies: Compliance Analysis and Challenges
3. Fundamentals of Urban Air Quality Regulations
4. Legal Framework and Current Legislation
5. Identification and Classification of Air Pollutants
6. Methods for Air Quality Assessment and Monitoring
7. Data Analysis and Air Quality Statistics
8. Impact of Urban Activities on Air Quality
9. Evaluation of Regulatory Compliance
30. Preparation of Reports and Technical Documentation
33. Tools and Technologies for Analysis
32. Practical Cases and Case Studies
4.4 Introduction to Urban Air Quality Regulations
4.2 Air Quality Assessment: Methods and Techniques
4.3 Air Quality Optimization: Strategies and Tools
4.4 Legal and Regulatory Framework: A Detailed Analysis
4.5 Air Quality Monitoring and Surveillance
4.6 Urban Air Quality Modeling and Simulation
4.7 Impact of Emission Sources and Mitigation
4.8 Urban Planning and Air Quality: Integrating Strategies
4.9 Case Studies: Implementation Analysis and Results
4.40 The Future of Urban Air Quality: Trends and Challenges
5.5 Fundamentals of Urban Environmental Regulations
5.5 Air Quality Assessment Techniques: Monitoring and Modeling
5.3 Air Quality Legislation and Standards: National and International
5.4 Identification and Analysis of Air Pollution Sources
5.5 Air Quality Management Strategies: Action Plans and Corrective Measures
5.6 Design and Implementation of Monitoring and Control Systems
5.7 Air Quality Indicators and Their Interpretation
5.8 Environmental Impact Assessment and Risk Analysis
5.9 Communication and Citizen Participation in Air Quality Management
5.50 Case Studies: Application of Regulations and Strategies in Urban Environments
6.6 Key environmental regulations and their application in urban environments.
6.2 Air quality assessment methods: measurements and modeling.
6.3 Advanced techniques for monitoring and controlling air pollution.
6.4 Data analysis and reporting on air quality.
6.5 Strategies for effective urban air quality management.
6.6 Monitoring instruments and pollutant detection systems.
6.7 Current legislation and its impact on urban planning.
6.8 Case studies: implementation of improvement solutions.
6.9 Air quality audits and regulatory compliance.
6.60 Developing action plans for continuous improvement.
- 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.
Capstone-type projects
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.
See “Calendar & Calls for Applications,” “Scholarships & Grants,” and “Fees & Financing” in the SEIUM mega-menu.
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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”).