Course in Process Auditing in Shipyards
Online course of 300 h in process auditing in shipyards. 6 modules covering ISO 19011:2018, ISO 9001:2015 and SafetyCulture. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Course in Process Auditing in Shipyards — studying from Australia
Australia's maritime sector is substantial, encompassing naval shipbuilding, offshore oil and gas, port operations and recreational boating. The Royal Australian Navy's shipbuilding programmes, including the Hunter class frigates and Henderson Defence Precinct in Western Australia, generate significant engineering demand. Offshore energy developments on the North West Shelf and in Bass Strait require marine and structural expertise. Recreational boating is widespread, supported by a strong sports nautical industry. Employers include naval shipbuilders, offshore operators, port authorities and marine equipment manufacturers.
Fees for Australia: A$1,180 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Australia
Typical roles
Questions from Australia
Is this training recognised by Australian maritime regulators such as AMSA?
SEIUM qualifications are private and are not official state degrees or accredited by national bodies. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority regulates maritime certificates and qualifications separately, and SEIUM training does not replace those requirements. Confirm with AMSA or your employer which credentials your intended role requires.
Which Australian employers might consider this qualification for naval or offshore work?
Offshore energy operators, shipbuilders, naval contractors, marine consultancies and sports nautical manufacturers are examples of Australian employers in this area. Their hiring decisions depend on their own criteria and on any required certifications. A private qualification is one factor among experience and licensing.
Can I study this part time from Australia, and can employers help pay?
Yes, the programmes are fully online and taught in English, so you can study from Australia without a student visa and fit learning around your schedule. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible. Confirm the total hours and expected pace before committing.
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What you will be able to do
Interpret the quality, environmental and safety requirements applicable to the shipyard.
Plan a risk-based audit programme.
Carry out process audits following ISO 19011.
Evaluate special processes such as welding and painting.
Write objective and well-founded findings.
Verify the effectiveness of corrective actions.
Prepare a complete audit report of a production process.
Who it's for
- Internal auditor of management systems who wants to specialise in Process Auditing in Shipyards.
- Quality manager at a shipyard who wants to specialise in Process Auditing in Shipyards.
- Manufacturing process inspector who wants to specialise in Process Auditing in Shipyards.
- Regulatory compliance technician who wants to specialise in Process Auditing in Shipyards.
- Subcontractor coordinator who wants to specialise in Process Auditing in Shipyards.
- Management systems consultant who wants to specialise in Process Auditing in Shipyards.
- Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter shipbuilding.
What you'll work with
- ISO 19011:2018
- ISO 9001:2015
- ISO 3834-2:2021
- ISO 14001:2015
- ISO 45001:2018
- Resolution MSC.215(82) (PSPC)
- ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015
- IACS Rec. 47
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Shipyard process map1.2Design, production and procurement processes1.3ISO 9001 requirements in shipbuilding1.4Integration with ISO 14001 and ISO 450011.5Class society requirements for workshops and manufacturers1.6Special processes: welding and painting1.7Document management and records1.8Risk and opportunity-based approach1.9Interested parties: shipowner, class society and flag state1.10Practical case: process map of a repair shipyard
2.1ISO 19011 guidelines2.2First-, second- and third-party audits2.3Annual audit programme2.4Auditor competence and ethics2.5Process audit versus product audit2.6Sampling in auditing2.7Remote auditing using digital means2.8Coordination with class surveyors2.9Management of conflicts of interest2.10Workshop: risk-based audit programme
3.1Audit plan and checklists3.2Opening meeting3.3Interviews in the workshop and on board3.4Gathering objective evidence3.5Traceability of materials and certificates 3.13.6Verification of WPS and approvals3.7Control of measuring equipment3.8Observation of surface preparation3.9Closing meeting3.10Practice: simulated audit of the welding workshop
4.1Audit of the painting process according to PSPC4.2Cutting and forming audit4.3Block assembly audit4.4Pipework and pressure testing audit4.5Electrical installations audit4.6Subcontractor audit4.7Safety in confined spaces4.8Environmental audit of waste and emissions4.9Product audit during testing4.10Practical case: audit of an outfitting subcontractor
5.1Writing nonconformities5.2Major, minor and observation classification5.3Audit report5.4Root cause analysis of findings5.5Corrective action plan5.6Verification of effectiveness5.7Audit programme indicators5.8Management review5.9Preparation for certification5.10Workshop: writing findings from evidence
6.1Selecting the process to audit6.2Analysis of applicable requirements6.3Plan and checklist6.4Simulation of interviews and evidence6.5Recording findings6.6Final audit report6.7Action plan and follow-up6.8Lessons for the annual programme6.9Written report and presentation6.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
Training 100 % online 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 intake, which allows it to be combined with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is SafetyCulture, Intelex, ISOTools, Microsoft Power BI, in free, academic or evaluation versions. The exercises are based on real audit procedures: internal audit of the welding process, second-party audit of subcontractors, and follow-up of corrective actions after certification. Assessment is continuous by module plus the final integrating project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Interpret the quality, environmental and safety requirements applicable to the shipyard.
Plan a risk-based audit programme.
Carry out process audits following ISO 19011.
Evaluate special processes such as welding and painting.
Write objective and well-founded findings.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient level of Spanish to follow the reading of technical regulations.
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, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
The course uses SafetyCulture, Intelex, ISOTools, Microsoft Power BI. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An in-house SEIUM Institute diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or Postgraduate Diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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