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Advanced Telemetry in Competition Buggies Course

Online 300-hour course in advanced telemetry for competition buggies. 6 modules covering ISO 11898-1 (CAN bus), ASAM MDF 4 (measurement data format) and MoTeC i2 Pro. Personal tutor assigned and enrolment open.

Duration300 h
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute certificate
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Turn telemetry data into setup and strategy decisions.

02

Instrument advanced channels for suspension, loads and vehicle dynamics.

03

Create derived channels and process signals for analysis.

04

Interpret data to optimise buggy suspension and traction.

05

Detect mechanical degradation and anticipate failures from data.

06

Correlate telemetry with vehicle simulation models.

07

Develop a data analysis system for a competition team.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Competition data engineer who wants to specialise in Advanced Telemetry in Competition Buggies.
  • Track engineer who wants to specialise in Advanced Telemetry in Competition Buggies.
  • Vehicle dynamics engineer who wants to specialise in Advanced Telemetry in Competition Buggies.
  • Vehicle simulation engineer who wants to specialise in Advanced Telemetry in Competition Buggies.
  • Competition reliability engineer who wants to specialise in Advanced Telemetry in Competition Buggies.
  • Competition electronics engineer who wants to specialise in Advanced Telemetry in Competition Buggies.
  • Engineering or science graduates looking to join rally raid teams.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • ISO 11898-1 (CAN bus)
  • ASAM MDF 4 (measurement data format)
  • ASAM XCP (calibration and measurement protocol)
  • SAE J1939 (heavy vehicle communications)
  • ISO 16750 (environmental conditions for electrical equipment in road vehicles)
  • Appendix J of the FIA International Sporting Code
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1What advanced telemetry adds
  2. 1.2Architecture of a multi-channel system
  3. 1.3Synchronising all data sources
  4. 1.4Sampling rates by channel type
  5. 1.5Data volume and its management
  6. 1.6Data quality as a requirement
  7. 1.7The data engineer's workflow
  8. 1.8Division of tasks within the team
  9. 1.9Professional analysis tools
  10. 1.10Workshop: audit of an installed system
  1. 2.1Suspension travel potentiometers
  2. 2.2Load cells and strain gauges
  3. 2.3Gyroscopes and inertial platforms
  4. 2.4Hydraulic and brake pressures
  5. 2.5Tyre and brake temperatures
  6. 2.6High-frequency GPS position
  7. 2.7Engine channels via data bus
  8. 2.8Vibration-resistant mounting
  9. 2.9Calibration and verification of each channel
  10. 2.10Practical: suspension instrumentation
  1. 3.1Filtering and noise removal
  2. 3.2Derivatives and integrals of signals
  3. 3.3Calculation of damper speeds
  4. 3.4Travel and speed histograms
  5. 3.5Calculation of load distribution
  6. 3.6Energy dissipated by the damper
  7. 3.7Reference channels and normalisation
  8. 3.8Scripts and processing automation
  9. 3.9Version control for analysis
  10. 3.10Practical: building derived channels
  1. 4.1Suspension diagnosis using histograms
  2. 4.2Identifying bump stops and end-of-travel
  3. 4.3Front-to-rear balance using data
  4. 4.4Traction and wheelspin by axle
  5. 4.5Braking: distribution and lock-ups
  6. 4.6Steering and cornering behaviour
  7. 4.7Correlation with driver feedback
  8. 4.8Prioritising proposed changes
  9. 4.9Communicating recommendations
  10. 4.10Practical: data-driven setup proposal
  1. 5.1Monitoring temperatures and pressures
  2. 5.2Early detection of anomalies
  3. 5.3Cycle counting and accumulated damage
  4. 5.4Estimated remaining life of components
  5. 5.5Useful alarms and thresholds
  6. 5.6Decision on preventive replacement
  7. 5.7Historical record by component
  8. 5.8Correlation between failures and prior data
  9. 5.9Limitations of prediction
  10. 5.10Practical: mechanical health dashboard
  1. 6.1Vehicle model and its calibration
  2. 6.2Comparing simulation with track results
  3. 6.3Parameter identification
  4. 6.4Using the model to propose setups
  5. 6.5Validating the proposal on track
  6. 6.6Documenting the full cycle
  7. 6.7Training the team in analysis
  8. 6.8Common interpretation errors
  9. 6.9Documented real-world case studies
  10. 6.10Final project: advanced telemetry report for a test session
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the enrolment period, making it possible to combine the course with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is MoTeC i2 Pro, Bosch WinDarab, MATLAB, Python (pandas), MSC Adams Car, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real suspension instrumentation procedures with potentiometers and strain gauges, data-driven setup sessions, and correlation of vehicle models with telemetry. Assessment is continuous across each module plus the final integrating project.

Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor test rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-driven final project:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operating limits.
Industry mentoring:lecturers with careers 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 cyber-OT, DIH 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.

Vehicle model and its calibration

Turn telemetry data into setup and strategy decisions.

Simulation compared with track results

Instrument advanced channels for suspension, loads and vehicle dynamics.

Parameter identification

Create derived channels and process signals for analysis.

Using the model to propose setups

Interpret data to optimise buggy suspension and traction.

Validating the proposal on track

Detect mechanical degradation and anticipate failures from data.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Competition Data EngineerTrack EngineerVehicle Dynamics EngineerVehicle Simulation EngineerCompetition Reliability EngineerCompetition Electronics Engineer
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • No previous qualification is required.
  • An internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • A level of Spanish sufficient to follow technical standards documentation.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme totals 300 hours spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.

You will work with MoTeC i2 Pro, Bosch WinDarab, MATLAB, Python (pandas) and MSC Adams Car. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor will indicate a free alternative where one exists.

A SEIUM's own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating 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 higher-level programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.

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