Course on Accessibility Standards in Railways and Subways
Online course of 300 hours in accessibility standards for rail and metro: 6 modules covering universal accessibility in transport, the PRM TSI requirements, metro stations, rolling stock and accessibility services and management, with an assigned technical tutor.
Course on Accessibility Standards in Railways and Subways — studying from Australia
Australia's infrastructure pipeline is substantial, covering roads, rail, ports, water and urban development across major cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth. Rail engineering is especially active, with projects including Sydney Metro and Melbourne Metro. Smart city initiatives draw on sensors, data platforms and digital twins to improve transport, utilities and public services. Employers include state transport authorities, engineering consultancies such as Aurecon and WSP, and major contractors. Engineers work on design, asset management, construction oversight and sustainability.
Fees for Australia: A$712 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Australia
Typical roles
Questions from Australia
Does a SEIUM qualification meet Australian civil engineering registration requirements?
No. Civil engineers in Australia typically need an Engineers Australia accredited degree to pursue Chartered status, and state and territory rail and infrastructure regulators set their own requirements. SEIUM's private qualifications are not accredited by these bodies, so employers or regulators decide how much weight they carry.
Which Australian employers hire in civil, rail and smart cities?
Australia has public infrastructure agencies, rail operators, engineering consultancies and councils working on urban and smart city projects. Employers usually prioritise accredited qualifications, licensing and project experience. Ask potential employers whether a private online qualification would be considered alongside your experience.
Is the course workable alongside work, and what does it cost?
The courses are 100% online and taught in English, so you can study from anywhere in Australia without a student visa. Specialist courses take 300 hours, diplomas 800 and master's 1,900, so plan your time accordingly. Fees are payable in instalments, employer sponsorship may be possible, and you will have an assigned technical tutor.
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What you will be able to do
Understand the concept of universal accessibility applied to transport.
Apply the PRM TSI requirements to stations and trains.
Design accessible metro stations.
Assess the accessibility of rolling stock.
Organise assistance services and accessible information.
Carry out accessibility audits.
Draw up an accessibility plan for a station or line.
Who it's for
- Accessibility technicians
- Station engineers
- Universal accessibility consultants
- Passenger service managers
- Transport infrastructure architects
- Accessibility auditors
- Engineering or science graduates looking to work in urban transport
What you'll work with
- Regulation (EU) 1300/2014 (TSI on accessibility for persons with disabilities and persons with reduced mobility)
- Regulation (EU) 2021/782 (rail passengers' rights and obligations)
- Royal Decree 1544/2007 (accessibility conditions in transport modes)
- Royal Legislative Decree 1/2013 (General Law on the rights of persons with disabilities)
- Order TMA/851/2021 (technical document on accessibility in urbanised public spaces)
- UNE-EN 81-70 (accessibility to lifts)
- UNE-EN 17210 (accessibility and usability of the built environment)
- UNE-EN 301549 (accessibility requirements for ICT products and services)
- AutoCAD
- Autodesk Revit
- Legion Studio
- WAVE Web Accessibility Evaluation Tool
- Microsoft Excel
6 modules
1.1The concept of universal accessibility1.2Functional diversity and passenger needs1.3The accessibility chain1.4United Nations framework1.5European passenger rights legislation1.6Spanish accessibility legislation1.7Design for all1.8Cognitive accessibility and comprehension1.9Network accessibility indicators1.10Case study: accessibility diagnosis of a station
2.1Scope of the accessibility TSI2.2Obstacle-free routes2.3Platform height and width2.4Vertical and horizontal platform–train gaps2.5Ramps and lifts2.6Tactile paving and indicators2.7Signage and information2.8Lighting and contrast2.9Accessibility asset inventory2.10Practical exercise: checking a platform against the PRM TSI
3.1Entrances and concourses3.2Lifts and escalators3.3Ticket validators and access control3.4Audible and visual information3.5Wayfinding for people with visual impairments3.6Induction loops3.7Evacuation of persons with reduced mobility3.8Adapting historic stations3.9Platform screen doors and accessibility3.10Workshop: adaptation plan for an old station
4.1Train doors and access4.2Wheelchair spaces4.3Ramps and lifting platforms4.4Accessible on-board toilets4.5On-board information4.6Reserved and priority seating4.7Handrails and grab handles4.8Vehicle–platform interaction4.9Approval of PRM requirements4.10Case study: assessment of a commuter train
5.1Passenger assistance services5.2Booking and personalised assistance5.3Staff training5.4Accessible information on websites and apps5.5Digital accessibility of services5.6Involvement of disability associations5.7Accessibility audits5.8Implementation plans5.9Funding the adaptation5.10Case study: audit of an operator's digital information
6.1Selecting the station or line6.2Accessibility diagnosis6.3Applicable regulatory requirements6.4Proposed actions6.5Rolling stock adaptation6.6Assistance services6.7Budget and prioritisation6.8Implementation 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 you can combine the programme with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Legion Studio, WAVE Web Accessibility Evaluation Tool, Microsoft Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Real procedures are studied for station accessibility audits, rolling stock adaptation and the design of accessible routes. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final integrating project.
Standards covered: Regulation (EU) 1300/2014; Regulation (EU) 2021/782; Royal Decree 1544/2007; Royal Legislative Decree 1/2013; Order TMA/851/2021; UNE-EN 81-70; UNE-EN 17210; UNE-EN 301549.
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 AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Legion Studio, WAVE Web Accessibility Evaluation Tool and Microsoft Excel, 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 an internet connection, a computer capable of running 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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