Urban Port Works Course
About our
The Urban Port Works Course offers an immersive experience in the planning, design, and construction of maritime infrastructure in urban environments. It focuses on key aspects such as coastal engineering, water resource management, and environmental sustainability, covering everything from the construction of docks and basins to the implementation of coastal protection systems. The course incorporates the use of hydrodynamic modeling tools, environmental impact analysis, and urban planning regulations, essential for the development of integrated and efficient port projects.
It delves into the application of innovative technologies for urban mobility, port logistics, and the design of coastal public spaces, considering the challenges of climate resilience and urban integration. Knowledge of maritime legislation, port security, and project management is promoted, preparing participants to lead projects that combine economic development and the preservation of the urban environment.
Urban Port Works 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
599 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. Design and Construction of Urban Port Infrastructure
- Strategic planning and management of urban port development projects, including feasibility studies and environmental and social impact analyses.
- Conceptual and detailed design of port structures, such as piers, breakwaters, basins, and cargo and passenger terminals, considering international regulations and standards.
- Application of advanced technologies in the design, construction, and operation of urban ports, including 3D models, geographic information systems (GIS), and digital twins.
- Analysis of hydrodynamic and oceanographic factors that affect the design and stability of port structures, such as waves, ocean currents, and tides.
- Selection and specification of construction materials suitable for marine environments, such as reinforced concrete, structural steel, and composite materials, considering durability and corrosion resistance.
- Integration of port infrastructure with the road and rail transport network, optimizing logistics and Efficiency of cargo and passenger flow.
Design of renewable energy and waste management systems for sustainable urban ports, minimizing environmental impact and promoting energy efficiency.
Risk assessment and security measures in port design and operation, including protection against natural and anthropogenic threats.
Management of port infrastructure construction, including construction supervision, quality control, and contract management.
Analysis of case studies of successful urban ports worldwide, identifying best practices and lessons learned.
2. Planning and Execution of Projects in Urban Ports
- Master the strategic framework for planning urban port projects.
- Evaluate the technical and economic feasibility of initiatives.
- Identify and manage the risks associated with projects in urban environments.
- Design and optimize port infrastructure for greater efficiency.
- Understand the regulations and standards relevant to port development.
- Develop skills in stakeholder management and citizen participation.
- Apply simulation and modeling tools for decision-making.
- Prepare detailed implementation plans, including schedules and budgets.
- Monitor and control project execution, ensuring the achievement of objectives.
- Analyze case studies of successful and challenging urban port projects.
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. Comprehensive Management of Port Works in the Urban Environment
## What will you learn in Comprehensive Port Works Management in Urban Environments?
1. **Port Works Planning and Design:**
* Understand the key aspects of strategic planning for port projects, including feasibility analysis, market studies, and risk assessment.
* Master the design principles of port infrastructure, such as docks, basins, breakwaters, and storage areas, considering the specific needs of the urban environment.
* Become familiar with the relevant national and international regulations and standards for the construction and operation of ports in urban areas.
2. **Port Works Construction and Supervision:**
* Acquire knowledge of the most appropriate construction techniques for building port structures, including the management of piles, foundations, and concrete and steel structures.
* Learn to efficiently manage the resources, schedules, and budgets of port construction projects. * Develop skills in the supervision and quality control of construction projects, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and safety standards.
3. **Environmental Impact and Sustainability:**
* Evaluate the environmental impact of port works on the urban environment, including waste management, protection of marine biodiversity, and reduction of noise and air pollution.
* Implement sustainability strategies in port design and construction, such as the use of renewable energy, optimization of water consumption, and promotion of sustainable mobility.
* Understand the principles of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and the procedures for obtaining environmental permits.
4. **Port Operations Management:**
* Understand the processes of loading and unloading goods, including the management of containers, bulk cargo, and roll-on/roll-off cargo.
* Optimize the management of maritime and land traffic flows in the port environment. * Learn to manage operational and safety risks in ports, including accident prevention, fire protection, and port security.
5. **Urban Integration and Community Relations:**
* Analyze the benefits and challenges of integrating ports into the urban fabric, including the revitalization of degraded areas, job creation, and the promotion of economic development.
* Develop skills in communication and relationship management with the local community, stakeholders, and authorities.
* Understand the legal and administrative aspects related to port management in the urban environment.
5. Engineering and Development of Urban Maritime Works
5. Engineering and Development of Urban Maritime Works
- Understand the principles of maritime engineering applied to urban environments.
- Study the planning and design of urban maritime structures, including piers, marinas, and waterfront promenades.
- Analyze the oceanographic and environmental conditions relevant to the design and construction of maritime works.
- Evaluate the structural stability, strength, and durability of constructions in marine environments.
- Become familiar with the regulations and standards applicable to urban maritime engineering.
- Explore the use of innovative materials and technologies in the construction of maritime works.
- Study the environmental impact of maritime works and strategies for its mitigation.
- Learn about project management and construction supervision in the urban maritime sector.
- Analyze couplings flap–lag–torsion, whirl flutter and fatigue.
- Size laminates in composites, unions and bonded joints with FE.
- Implement damage tolerance and NDT (UT/RT/thermography).
6. Simulation and Performance of Port Structures
- Analyze flap–lag–torsion couplings, whirl flutter and fatigue.
- Size laminates in composites, unions and bonded joints with FE.
- Implement damage tolerance and NDT (UT/RT/thermography).
Who this program is for:
Urban Port Works Course
- Civil engineers, architects, and construction professionals interested in the development of port infrastructure.
- Technicians and staff from construction, consulting, and development companies dedicated to urban port projects.
- Officials and staff from public bodies, port authorities, and entities related to the planning and management of ports and coastal areas.
- Professionals from related disciplines (geologists, oceanographers, etc.) interested in specializing in the port sector.
- 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 Conceptual Design of Urban Ports: Site Analysis and Location Selection
1.2 Environmental Impact Assessment and Sustainability in Port Design
1.3 Design of Quays and Berth Structures: Typologies and Materials
1.4 Construction of Breakwaters and Coastal Protection Systems
1.5 Design of Cargo Storage and Handling Areas in Urban Ports
1.6 Integration of Land and Sea Transport Infrastructure
1.7 Design of Energy and Water Supply Systems in Ports
1.8 Safety and Security Considerations in Port Construction
1.9 Waste Management and Recycling in Urban Ports
1.10 Case Studies: Examples of Successful Urban Port Design and Construction
2.2 Introduction to Urban Port Planning: Objectives and Scope
2.2 Legal and Regulatory Framework for Urban Ports
2.3 Demand Analysis and Maritime Traffic Study
2.4 Conceptual Design of Urban Port Facilities
2.5 Environmental Impact Studies and Port Sustainability
2.6 Port Infrastructure Design: Piers, Docks, and Breakwaters
2.7 Port Logistics and Operations Management
2.8 Urban Integration and Port Environment Design
2.9 Modeling and Simulation of Port Flows
2.20 Financial and Economic Planning of Port Projects
3.3 Structural Design of Urban Port Works: Load and Resistance Analysis
3.2 Geotechnical Modeling and Stability Analysis in Port Environments
3.3 Hydrodynamic and Wave Analysis in Urban Areas with Ports
3.4 Environmental Impact Assessment and Sustainability of Works
3.5 Cost and Budget Analysis in Urban Port Projects
3.6 Optimization of Materials and Construction Techniques in Ports
3.7 Risk Analysis and Mitigation in Port Projects
3.8 Inspection and Diagnosis of Defects in Existing Port Works
3.9 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of Port Infrastructure
3.30 Case Studies: Analysis of Successful and Problematic Urban Port Works
4.4 Legal and Regulatory Framework for Urban Port Works
4.2 Strategic Planning and Citizen Participation in Port Projects
4.3 Risk Management and Mitigation of Environmental Impacts
4.4 Quality Control and Safety in Port Construction
4.5 Resource and Budget Management in Urban Port Projects
4.6 Interinstitutional Coordination and Stakeholder Relations
4.7 Information and Communication Technologies in Works Management
4.8 Monitoring and Evaluation of Port Project Performance
4.9 Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility in the Port Sector
4.40 Case Studies: Best Practices in Urban Port Works Management
5.5 Conceptual Design of Urban Ports: Master Planning
5.5 Site Studies: Geotechnical and Oceanographic Analysis
5.3 Design of Piers and Berths: Design Criteria
5.4 Coastal Protection: Breakwaters and Marine Defenses
5.5 Design of Dredging Systems: Strategies and Equipment
5.6 Design of Land Infrastructure: Storage and Logistics
5.7 Design of Access Systems: Roads and Rail
5.8 Design of Energy and Supply Systems: Sustainability
5.9 Design of Lighting and Signaling: Safety and Operability
5.50 3D Modeling and Visualization: Design Presentation
6.6 Introduction to Port Structure Simulation: Principles and Applications
6.2 Geometric Modeling and Digitization of Port Works
6.3 Structural Analysis: Simulation Methods and Tools (FEM, CFD)
6.4 Simulation of Loads and Boundary Conditions in Port Environments
6.5 Simulation of Dynamic Behavior: Waves, Wind, and Currents
6.6 Analysis of Soil-Structure Interaction in Port Works
6.7 Optimization of Structural Design through Simulation
6.8 Damage Simulation and Failure Analysis in Port Structures
6.9 Validation of Simulation Models and Results
6.60 Case Studies: Application of Simulation in Port Projects
- 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”).