Aerodynamics course applied to motorcycle fairings
Online course of 300 hours in aerodynamics applied to motorcycle fairings: 6 modules covering motorcycle aerodynamics, fairing design, aerodynamic appendages, CFD simulation and aerodynamic testing, with an assigned technical tutor.
Aerodynamics course applied to motorcycle fairings — studying from Australia
Motorcycles and two-wheeled vehicles are a significant part of Australian transport and recreation, with strong demand for motorcycles, scooters and e-bikes in urban and regional areas. Engineers working in this field contribute to chassis and powertrain design, rider safety systems and emissions compliance. National vehicle standards and rider safety initiatives shape product development and testing. Employers include motorcycle importers and distributors, component suppliers, accessory makers and e-mobility start-ups.
Fees for Australia: A$1,180 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Australia
Typical roles
Questions from Australia
Will a SEIUM qualification be recognised for motorcycle engineering roles in Australia?
SEIUM qualifications are private and not accredited by any Australian national body. Recognition for engineering or vehicle compliance roles is decided by individual employers and relevant bodies. Vehicle safety and compliance in Australia are governed by national design rules, which apply regardless of your qualification, so check requirements with the employer.
Which Australian employers work in motorcycle and two-wheeler engineering?
Motorcycle and scooter importers, distributors, component suppliers, dealer service networks and performance workshops are examples of Australian employers in this field. Whether they value a private qualification depends on their policies. Practical experience and a strong final project portfolio are typically persuasive in this industry.
Is the course suitable for someone working full time in Australia?
The programmes are delivered 100% online in English with an assigned technical tutor, so you can study from home at times that suit you. Fees are payable in instalments, and employers may sponsor you. Check the hours required for your chosen programme and make sure your schedule allows steady progress.
Take the controls.
Run a real engineering trade-off from this field. Move the sliders, watch the model react in real time and beat the challenge.
What you will be able to do
Explain the aerodynamic forces acting on motorcycle and rider.
Design fairings that reduce drag and improve protection.
Evaluate aerodynamic appendages and their regulation.
Simulate the flow around a motorcycle with CFD.
Apply wind-tunnel and track testing methods.
Correlate numerical and experimental results.
Design a fairing with quantified aerodynamic improvements.
Who it's for
- Motorcycle aerodynamicists seeking deeper fairing expertise.
- CFD engineers moving into two-wheeler applications.
- Fairing designers.
- Wind-tunnel technicians.
- Cooling engineers working on airflow and heat management.
- Track engineers interested in aerodynamic performance.
- Engineering or science graduates aiming to join motorcycle manufacturers.
What you'll work with
- SAE J1594 (vehicle aerodynamics terminology)
- FIM MotoGP World Championship Technical Regulations (technical rules for fairings and appendages)
- Delegated Regulation (EU) No 44/2014 (construction requirements, external projections)
- Regulation (EU) No 168/2013 (type approval of L-category vehicles)
- ASME V&V 20-2009 (verification and validation in CFD)
- SAE J2263 (road load determination by coastdown)
- Ansys Fluent
- STAR-CCM+
- OpenFOAM
- SolidWorks
- ParaView
6 modules
1.1Aerodynamic drag and frontal area1.2Cx coefficient and the CxA product1.3Rider-motorcycle interaction in the flow1.4Tucked versus upright position1.5Lift and its effect on stability1.6Aerodynamic pitching moment1.7Crosswind sensitivity1.8Cooling and internal flow1.9History of fairings1.10Practical exercise: calculation of power required according to CxA
2.1Windscreen: height and rake2.2Side panels and hot-air exit2.3Front section and ram-air intakes2.4Mudguards and flow around the wheels2.5Tail section and rear separation2.6Rider wind protection2.7Turbulence at the helmet2.8Fairing materials2.9Fasteners and quick release2.10Workshop: windscreen design in CAD
3.1Wings and winglets in MotoGP3.2Downforce and anti-wheelie3.3Effect when cornering at lean3.4Ground-effect aerodynamics on the tail section3.5Fork fairings and spoons3.6FIM fairing regulations3.7Type approval of appendages on production motorcycles3.8Safety risks3.9Recent technological developments3.10Case study: analysis of superbike winglets
4.1Motorcycle and rider geometry4.2Meshing of complex geometries4.3Turbulence models4.4Rotating wheels and moving ground4.5Simulation at lean4.6Post-processing of pressures and wakes4.7Calculation of forces and moments4.8Parametric windscreen studies4.9Validation of results4.10Lab: comparison of two windscreens in CFD
5.1Scale and full-scale wind tunnels5.2Six-component aerodynamic balance5.3Visualisation with smoke and tufts5.4Coastdown testing on track5.5Pressure sensors on the fairing5.6Cooling tests5.7Aerodynamic noise at the helmet5.8Correlation between CFD and wind tunnel5.9Writing the aerodynamic report5.10Practical exercise: coastdown method to estimate CxA
6.1Definition of the motorcycle and objectives6.2Analysis of the baseline fairing6.3Improvement concept6.4CAD design of the fairing6.5CFD simulation of the new fairing6.6Cooling analysis6.7Regulatory compliance of the fairing6.8Validation plan6.9Report and presentation6.10Final project: final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within the intake, so it is compatible with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Ansys Fluent, STAR-CCM+, OpenFOAM, SolidWorks and ParaView, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures: CFD comparison of windscreens, coastdown testing on track and flow visualisation with tufts. Assessment is continuous by module plus the final integrating project.
Standards covered: SAE J1594, FIM MotoGP World Championship Technical Regulations, Delegated Regulation (EU) No 44/2014, Regulation (EU) No 168/2013, ASME V&V 20-2009, SAE J2263.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior qualification is required.
- An internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme software.
- English sufficient to read technical standards.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 300 hours over 3 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with Ansys Fluent, STAR-CCM+, OpenFOAM, SolidWorks, ParaView, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute certificate, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the final project. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state degree; its recognition depends on the programme completed and the regulations of each country.
Yes. Modules passed are recognised in a higher programme in the same area (postgraduate diploma or master's). Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.
No prior qualification is required; you need a computer able to run the programme software and English sufficient to read technical standards.
Start dates are set by SEIUM's faculty for each intake. Our admissions team will confirm the next available date when you apply.
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