Diploma in Frame Benches, Measurement and Corrective Pulls
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in frame benches, measurement and corrective pulls. 8 modules covering body structure and deformation, bench systems, body metrology, pull planning, material and joint repair, classic structures and final verification, with an assigned technical tutor.
Diploma in Frame Benches, Measurement and Corrective Pulls — studying from Australia
Restoration of classic vehicles and heritage machinery is a valued pursuit in Australia, supported by active car clubs, museums and a dedicated enthusiast community. Engineers and skilled restorers work on historical preservation, parts sourcing, engine rebuilding and compliance with vehicle registration requirements. The heritage and collectable vehicle market supports specialist workshops, parts suppliers and appraisal services. Employers include restoration workshops, museums, specialist importers and heritage organisations.
Fees for Australia: A$2,380 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Australia
Typical roles
Questions from Australia
Is this training recognised by any Australian heritage or automotive restoration body?
SEIUM qualifications are private and not accredited by any Australian national body or heritage authority. Recognition is decided by employers and individual clients. Heritage listings and vehicle registration are governed by state authorities, so check their requirements separately if they affect your work.
Which Australian businesses might employ restoration specialists with this training?
Classic car restoration workshops, heritage vehicle dealers, museums, and specialist parts suppliers are examples of Australian employers and clients in this area. Hiring decisions rest with each business. A strong restoration portfolio and practical experience are typically more persuasive than a private qualification.
Can I study from Australia while keeping my current work, and can it be funded?
Yes, the programmes are fully online and taught in English, so you can study from Australia without a student visa and around your existing work. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible. Check the total hours and build a schedule you can sustain.
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
Analyse structural damage to chassis and monocoques.
Anchor a vehicle correctly on different types of bench.
Measure body shells with mechanical and electronic systems.
Plan and carry out pull and counter-pull sequences.
Repair structural joints and materials to manufacturer specifications.
Reconstruct the dimensions of classic vehicles without an original dimension sheet.
Document and certify structural repairs.
Who it's for
- Bench and straightening technicians.
- Panel beaters working on classic bodywork.
- Structural damage assessors.
- Bodyshop managers.
- Restorers of historic chassis.
- Body metrology technicians.
- Engineering or science graduates aiming to join bodyshops.
What you'll work with
- Royal Decree 1457/1986 (Spanish regulation of vehicle repair workshops)
- Royal Decree 866/2010 (Spanish regulation of vehicle modifications)
- Vehicle Modifications Manual (Spanish procedures for approving modifications)
- Royal Decree 920/2017 (Spanish periodic technical inspection of vehicles)
- Directive 2014/45/EU (periodic roadworthiness tests)
- Royal Decree 892/2013 (Spanish Historic Vehicles Regulation)
- Law 31/1995 on Occupational Risk Prevention (health and safety at work)
- Car-O-Tronic Vision2
- Spanesi Touch
- Audatex
- GT Motive
8 modules
1.1Separate chassis versus monocoque1.2Mild, HSLA and ultra-high-strength steels1.3Programmed crumple zones1.4Load transfer in frontal collisions1.5Primary and secondary deformation1.6Reading damage: sag, twist and diamond1.7Manufacturer reference points and dimensions1.8Dimension sheets for classic vehicles1.9Safety in the bench area1.10Case study: damage analysis of a monocoque
2.1Clamp benches and dedicated jig benches2.2Universal versus dedicated benches2.3Anchoring at sill seams and chassis points2.4Lifting and levelling the vehicle2.5Pulling towers, chains and clamps2.6Hydraulic capacity and rams2.7Bench maintenance and calibration2.8Benches for ladder-frame chassis2.9Workstation organisation and ergonomics2.10Practical: anchoring a vehicle on the bench
3.1Tram gauge and diagonal measurement3.2Centring gauges and visual alignment3.3Universal mechanical measuring systems3.4Ultrasonic electronic measurement3.5Measuring arms and laser scanners3.6Permissible tolerances3.7Measuring suspension mounting points3.8Before-and-after measurement reports3.9Common measurement errors3.10Lab: electronic measurement of a body shell
4.1Vector analysis of the damage4.2Pulling opposite to the direction of deformation4.3Multiple and simultaneous pulls4.4Counter-pulls and holding points4.5Sequence: length, width and height4.6Stress relief during the pull4.7Controlling over-pulling4.8Use of clamps and grips4.9Photographic record of the sequence4.10Workshop: pull plan for a deformed chassis rail
5.1Permissible heat by steel type5.2Sectioning and partial replacement5.3Resistance spot welding5.4MIG/MAG welding and MIG brazing5.5Riveting and structural bonding5.6Repairing structural aluminium5.7Repairing ladder-frame chassis5.8Cavity corrosion protection5.9Weld quality control5.10Practical: partial replacement of a chassis rail
6.1Bodies on timber frames6.2Tubular chassis and spaceframes6.3Early monocoques and structural corrosion6.4Authenticity in repair6.5Making chassis jigs6.6Reconstructing dimensions without an original sheet6.7Repairing competition vehicles6.8Documentation for modifications and roadworthiness testing (ITV)6.9Coordination with panel beaters and painters6.10Case study: straightening a classic chassis
7.1Checking geometry after repair7.2Dynamic road test7.3Damage assessment and valuation7.4Labour-time schedules and estimates7.5Hazards with hydraulic equipment7.6Waste management in the bodyshop7.7Certifying the repair7.8Communication with insurers and customers7.9Continuous process improvement7.10Practical: final structural repair report
8.1Selecting the vehicle and the damage8.2Initial diagnosis and measurement8.3Anchoring and pull plan8.4Carrying out the correction8.5Replacements and joints8.6Final measurement and tolerances8.7Anti-corrosion protection8.8Technical and photographic dossier8.9Report 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 the programme fits around your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Car-O-Tronic Vision2, Spanesi Touch, Audatex and GT Motive, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures: electronic measurement of dimensions before and after the pull, correcting a chassis rail on the bench and checking suspension geometry after repair. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final project.
Standards covered: Royal Decree 1457/1986, Royal Decree 866/2010, Vehicle Modifications Manual, Royal Decree 920/2017, Directive 2014/45/EU, Royal Decree 892/2013, Law 31/1995 on Occupational Risk Prevention.
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 Car-O-Tronic Vision2, Spanesi Touch, Audatex and GT Motive, 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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