Diploma in Direct Injection and Ignition for H₂ ICE
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in direct injection and ignition for hydrogen internal combustion engines (H₂ ICE). 8 modules covering hydrogen as an engine fuel, mixture formation, ignition and combustion, emissions control, component design, storage and supply, safety and validation, with an assigned technical tutor.
Diploma in Direct Injection and Ignition for H₂ ICE — studying from Australia
Off-road and special-purpose vehicles are central to Australia's mining, agriculture, construction and emergency services sectors. Remote geography and harsh conditions create strong demand for robust machinery, including haul trucks, agricultural equipment and specialist fire and rescue vehicles. Engineers work on hydraulics, drivetrains, operator safety and machine automation. Employers include mining equipment manufacturers and dealers, agricultural machinery firms, construction companies and government fleet agencies.
Fees for Australia: A$2,850 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Australia
Typical roles
Questions from Australia
Will this qualification be recognised by Australian engineering bodies for off-road vehicle work?
SEIUM qualifications are private and not accredited by Engineers Australia or any national body. Recognition is decided by employers or the relevant professional body assessing your application. Engineers Australia assesses competence independently, so check its requirements before enrolling if membership is your goal.
Which Australian employers work with off-road and special vehicles and machinery?
Mining and agricultural equipment makers, fleet operators, defence and emergency service vehicle suppliers, and four-wheel-drive modification businesses are examples. Their hiring decisions depend on their own criteria. Relevant experience and a practical final project are often as important as the qualification.
Can I study this online while working in Australia, and is there support?
Yes, the programmes are 100% online and taught in English, and each student has an assigned technical tutor. You can study from anywhere in Australia without a student visa. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible; check the total hours and plan a realistic schedule.
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What you will be able to do
Understand the characteristics of hydrogen as an engine fuel.
Compare mixture formation and injection strategies.
Control ignition and avoid abnormal combustion.
Reduce NOx emissions in hydrogen engines.
Adapt engine components to hydrogen.
Design the storage and supply system.
Validate the engine against safety criteria.
Who it's for
- Hydrogen engine engineers
- Combustion engineers
- Calibration engineers
- Fuel system engineers
- Safety engineers
- Test engineers
- Engineering or science graduates looking to move into engine manufacturing
What you'll work with
- UNECE Regulation R134 (hydrogen and fuel cell vehicles)
- ISO 14687 (hydrogen fuel quality)
- Regulation (EU) 2019/1242 (CO2 emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles)
- Regulation (EU) 2016/1628 (emission limits for non-road mobile machinery)
- ISO 19881 (gaseous hydrogen land vehicle fuel containers)
- ISO/TR 15916 (basic considerations for the safety of hydrogen systems)
- ISO 8178-1 (reciprocating engine exhaust emission measurement)
- CONVERGE CFD
- GT-SUITE
- AVL FIRE M
- ETAS INCA
8 modules
1.1Properties of hydrogen as a fuel1.2Flame speed and mixture limits1.3Minimum ignition energy1.4Comparison with diesel and natural gas1.5Near-zero NOx and CO2 emissions1.6Regulation (EU) 2019/1242 and zero-emission vehicles1.7Applications in trucks and machinery1.8Adapting existing engines1.9State of the art among manufacturers1.10Workshop: performance balance of a hydrogen engine
2.1Port fuel injection2.2Low-pressure direct injection2.3High-pressure direct injection2.4Mixture stratification2.5Lean mixture and load control2.6Hydrogen injectors and their design2.7Injector flow rate and response2.8Injector leakage and wear2.9CFD simulation of the mixture2.10Practical exercise: comparison of injection strategies
3.1Spark ignition with hydrogen3.2High-energy spark plugs and coils3.3Diesel pilot ignition3.4Active and passive pre-chambers3.5Abnormal combustion: pre-ignition and backfire3.6Knock and its detection3.7In-cylinder pressure analysis3.8Burn rate and ignition timing3.9Combustion with EGR3.10Lab: in-cylinder pressure analysis
4.1NOx formation in lean mixtures4.2Exhaust gas recirculation4.3SCR catalysts for hydrogen engines4.4Unburnt hydrogen in the exhaust4.5Emissions from lubricating oil4.6Residual particulates4.7Regulation (EU) 2016/1628 for machinery4.8Testing according to ISO 81784.9Calibration strategies4.10Case study: NOx calibration under transient conditions
5.1Cylinder head and valve seats5.2Pistons and rings5.3Crankcase ventilation5.4Lubricants for hydrogen5.5Materials and embrittlement5.6Boosting and turbochargers5.7Cooling system5.8Hydrogen sensors5.9Engine durability5.10Practical exercise: design review of a cylinder head
6.1Tanks according to ISO 198816.2350 and 700 bar pressures6.3Regulators and valves6.4High-pressure lines6.5UNECE R134 requirements6.6ISO 14687 fuel quality6.7Refuelling and protocols6.8Leak detection6.9Compartment ventilation6.10Workshop: fuel system schematic
7.1System risk analysis7.2Explosive atmospheres in the engine bay7.3Functional safety of the control system7.4Engine test bench trials7.5Vehicle testing7.6Durability testing7.7Vehicle type approval7.8Workshop staff training7.9Emergency response7.10Case study: validation plan for a hydrogen-engined truck
8.1Selection of the base engine8.2Performance requirements8.3Injection strategy8.4Ignition system8.5Emissions control8.6Storage system8.7Safety analysis8.8Test plan8.9Report and presentation8.10Final project: final review with your 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 each intake, so it is compatible with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is CONVERGE CFD, GT-SUITE, AVL FIRE M and ETAS INCA, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Cases are studied on real procedures for hydrogen combustion analysis on test benches, NOx emissions calibration and validation of on-board storage systems. Assessment is continuous by module plus the final project.
Standards covered: UNECE Regulation R134, ISO 14687, Regulation (EU) 2019/1242, Regulation (EU) 2016/1628, ISO 19881, ISO/TR 15916, ISO 8178-1.
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
- Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. No university degree is required.
- An internet connection and a computer able to run 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 800 hours over 6–8 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with CONVERGE CFD, GT-SUITE, AVL FIRE M, ETAS INCA, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute diploma, 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.
Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector (no university degree required), a computer able to run the 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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