Master’s in Additive Manufacturing for Classic Vehicles
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in additive manufacturing for classic vehicles, structured in 12 modules covering AM technologies and materials, 3D scanning, reverse engineering, design for AM, polymer and metal AM, post-processing, quality and certification, micro-manufacturing economics and intellectual property, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in Additive Manufacturing for Classic Vehicles — 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$12,600 (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
Select the most suitable additive manufacturing process for each part.
Digitise and rebuild parts through reverse engineering.
Design parts optimised for additive manufacturing.
Manufacture and post-process polymer and metal parts.
Verify quality through testing and advanced metrology.
Assess the economic viability of micro-manufacturing.
Manage the intellectual property and authenticity of parts.
Who it's for
- Additive manufacturing engineers moving into the classic vehicle sector.
- Reverse engineering specialists who recreate discontinued parts.
- 3D scanning technicians working on heritage and automotive projects.
- Designers of spare parts for classic vehicles.
- Quality managers in additive manufacturing.
- Entrepreneurs building on-demand spare parts businesses.
- Engineering or science graduates aiming to enter classic vehicle restoration.
What you'll work with
- ISO/ASTM 52900 (additive manufacturing terminology)
- ISO/ASTM 52910 (design guidelines for additive manufacturing)
- ISO/ASTM 52901 (requirements for purchased AM parts)
- ASTM F3302 (titanium alloys via powder bed fusion)
- ISO 17296-3 (main characteristics and test methods)
- FIVA Technical Code (historic vehicle criteria)
- Industrial design protection legislation (legal protection of designs)
- Autodesk Fusion 360
- Materialise Magics
- Geomagic Design X
- nTop
- Ansys Additive
12 modules
1.1Process classification according to ISO/ASTM 529001.2Material extrusion FDM/FFF1.3SLA and DLP vat photopolymerisation1.4SLS and MJF polymer powder bed fusion1.5L-PBF metal laser melting1.6Directed energy deposition and WAAM1.7Metal and sand binder jetting1.8Comparison of cost, accuracy and materials1.9Selecting the process for a classic part1.10Case study: process decision matrix
2.1Engineering polymers: ABS, ASA, PA12 and PC2.2Fibre-reinforced polymers2.3High-temperature and elastomeric resins2.4AlSi10Mg aluminium alloys2.5Stainless and tool steels2.6Titanium and superalloys in high-value parts2.7Equivalences with period materials2.8Ageing, UV and fluid resistance2.9Technical data sheets and material certification2.10Lab: tensile testing of printed specimens
3.1Structured-light and laser scanners3.2Photogrammetry for large parts3.3Surface preparation and targets3.4Point cloud alignment and merging3.5Meshes, repair and simplification3.6Digitising damaged or incomplete parts3.7Accuracy and metrological verification3.8Digital archive of heritage parts3.9Rights over manufacturers’ geometries3.10Practical: scanning a mirror housing
4.1From mesh to parametric CAD4.2Class A surface reconstruction4.3Recovering worn geometry4.4Interpreting period drawings4.5Tolerances and functional fits4.6Mesh-to-CAD deviation analysis4.7Redesign to improve durability4.8Documenting design intent4.9Validating fit on the vehicle4.10Workshop: reverse engineering a control lever
5.1Part orientation and anisotropy5.2Supports and overhangs5.3Minimum thicknesses and fine details5.4Topology optimisation of brackets and flanges5.5Lattice structures and lightweighting5.6Assembly consolidation5.7Tolerances for subsequent machining5.8Designing parts for printed moulds5.9Process and distortion simulation5.10Practical: topology optimisation of an engine bracket
6.1Switches, trim pieces and interior controls6.2Ventilation ducts and housings6.3Grilles and emblems for replicas6.4Seals and flexible parts6.5Moulds and counter-moulds for resin6.6Workshop jigs and templates6.7Finishes: sanding, priming and painting6.8Period texturing and graining6.9Dimensional quality control6.10Lab: manufacturing a heater control knob
7.1Engine and intake components7.2Brackets, flanges and structural parts7.3Hard-to-source cast parts7.4Gears and transmission components7.5Producing patterns for sand casting7.6Printed sand for cylinder head casting7.7Process chain for a metal part7.8Risks of porosity and lack of fusion7.9Safety in handling metal powder7.10Case study: intake manifold for a six-cylinder engine
8.1Support removal and build plate separation8.2Stress-relief heat treatments8.3Hot isostatic pressing8.4Machining of functional surfaces8.5Shot blasting, polishing and electropolishing8.6Anodising, chrome plating and paints8.7Infiltration and porosity sealing8.8Finishes that imitate period processes8.9Inspection after post-processing8.10Practical: machining and finishing a printed aluminium part
9.1Quality systems in additive manufacturing9.2Machine and process qualification9.3Mechanical testing of witness specimens9.4Industrial computed tomography9.5Metrology with measuring arms and CMMs9.6Traceability of material batches9.7Acceptance of safety-critical parts9.8Approval of parts on historic vehicles9.9Documentation for the owner9.10Lab: CT inspection of a metal part
10.1Cost per part in additive manufacturing10.2Comparison with casting and machining10.3On-demand production and digital inventory10.4Business models for printed spare parts10.5Outsourcing versus in-house manufacturing10.6Lead times and capacity10.7Selling price and margins10.8Managing the digital catalogue10.9Commercial and legal risks10.10Case study: printed spare parts for a marque club
11.1Industrial design rights and trademarks11.2Licences with manufacturers and marque clubs11.3Reproduction versus counterfeiting11.4Marking and traceability of new parts11.5Impact of printed parts on originality11.6FIVA criteria on replacement parts11.7Liability for defective products11.8Registration and certificate for each part11.9Transparent communication with buyers11.10Case study: expert opinion on printed emblems
12.1Selecting the part or family of parts12.2Digitisation and reverse engineering12.3Design for additive manufacturing12.4Process and material selection12.5Manufacturing and post-processing12.6Test and verification plan12.7Economic and intellectual property analysis12.8Validation on the vehicle12.9Writing the thesis report12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel
How you'll learn
A 100% online programme 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 fits around your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Autodesk Fusion 360, Materialise Magics, Geomagic Design X, nTop and Ansys Additive, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures: scanning and rebuilding discontinued parts, tensile testing and CT scanning of printed parts, and producing patterns for sand casting. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: ISO/ASTM 52900, ISO/ASTM 52910, ISO/ASTM 52901, ASTM F3302, ISO 17296-3, FIVA Technical Code, industrial design protection legislation.
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
- A university degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
- 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 1,900 hours over 12–14 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with Autodesk Fusion 360, Materialise Magics, Geomagic Design X, nTop and Ansys Additive, 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 Master's Thesis. 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 in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.
A university degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
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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