Master’s in EtherCAT/Profinet/EtherNet-IP and TSN: Determinism
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in EtherCAT/Profinet/EtherNet-IP and TSN — determinism, profiles and testing. 12 modules covering industrial Ethernet and TSN fundamentals, ISO 10218-1 and -2, ISO/TS 15066 and ISO 13849, modelling and simulation with ROS 2, design, integration, risk, validation and operation, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in EtherCAT/Profinet/EtherNet-IP and TSN: Determinism — studying from Australia
Robotics and automation are important to Australian industries, especially mining, agriculture, logistics and manufacturing. Autonomous haulage, robotic harvesting and warehouse automation illustrate the breadth of applications. Research bodies such as CSIRO and universities maintain strong robotics programmes, supporting industry collaboration. Engineers work on control systems, sensing, motion planning and industrial integration. Employers include mining technology companies, agricultural technology firms, automation integrators and research organisations.
Fees for Australia: A$9,410 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Australia
Typical roles
Questions from Australia
Will this qualification be recognised by Engineers Australia for robotics and control roles?
SEIUM qualifications are private and not accredited by Engineers Australia or any national body. Engineers Australia assesses engineering competence through its own processes, and recognition of SEIUM training is decided by employers or the body you apply to. Confirm their requirements before enrolling if professional membership matters to you.
Which Australian employers hire people with robotics and automation skills?
Mining, manufacturing, logistics, agricultural technology, and defence companies across Australia employ automation and control engineers. Whether they value a private qualification depends on each employer's policy. Your project work, programming and practical skills are usually central to hiring decisions.
Can I study this part time while working in Australia, and are there payment options?
Yes, the programmes are 100% online, taught in English, and include an assigned technical tutor, so you can study from anywhere in Australia around work hours. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible. Confirm the programme length, which ranges from 300 to 1,900 hours, and plan accordingly.
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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
Master the technical fundamentals of EtherCAT/Profinet/EtherNet-IP and TSN — determinism, profiles and testing and their regulatory vocabulary.
Apply ISO 10218-1 and -2, ISO/TS 15066 (collaborative operation) and ISO 13849 to real design and validation decisions.
Build and correlate calculation models with ROS 2 and MoveIt.
Plan and run test campaigns on a collaborative robotic cell and a 3D vision test bench.
Analyse operating data and turn it into engineering decisions.
Prepare the technical and compliance dossier required by the client or the regulator.
Lead a industrial Ethernet and TSN project technically from start to finish.
Who it's for
- Robotics engineers who need deterministic communication between robots, drives and controllers.
- PLC programmers configuring EtherCAT, Profinet and EtherNet/IP networks.
- Machine vision specialists integrating cameras into real-time networks.
- Control engineers working on synchronisation, cycle times and jitter.
- Robotic cell integrators commissioning fieldbus and TSN architectures.
- Automation managers modernising plant networks towards TSN.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to enter manufacturing.
What you'll work with
- ISO 10218-1 and -2 (safety of industrial robots and robot systems)
- ISO/TS 15066 (collaborative robot operation)
- ISO 13849 (safety-related parts of control systems)
- IEC 62061 (functional safety of machinery control systems)
- ISO 3691-4 (driverless industrial trucks, AGV/AMR)
- IEC 61131-3 (PLC programming languages)
- ISO 9283 (performance criteria for industrial robots)
- IEC 62443 (industrial cybersecurity)
- Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 (EU machinery safety requirements)
- ROS 2
- MoveIt
- Gazebo
- NVIDIA Isaac Sim
- MATLAB/Simulink
12 modules
1.1Fundamental concepts and quantities of EtherCAT/Profinet/EtherNet-IP and TSN: Determinism1.2Technological landscape and state of the art1.3Technical terminology and reference documentation1.4Physical and engineering principles applied to the case1.5Functional architecture: from requirements to components1.6Interfaces and dependencies with adjacent systems1.7Typical use cases in the sector1.8Common errors and how to detect them early1.9Data sources and quality criteria1.10Guided exercise: initial diagnosis
2.1Applicable regulatory framework: overview2.2Regulatory hierarchy and conflicts between standards2.3Mandatory requirements versus good practice2.4Acceptance criteria and required evidence2.5Technical documentation and traceability2.6Change management and configuration control2.7Audits, inspections and non-conformities2.8Responsibilities and division of scope2.9Interpretation of critical clauses2.10Exercise: regulatory checklist
3.1Setting up the model: hypotheses and simplifications3.2Selection of tools and working environment3.3Preparation of input data3.4Workflow and good modelling practice3.5Discretisation and case preparation3.6Boundary conditions and load cases3.7Convergence control and numerical verification3.8Sensitivity analysis and parametric study3.9Automation and reuse of models3.10Exercise: building a base model
4.1Reduced-order models and detailed models4.2Coupling between physical domains4.3Parameter calibration with real data4.4Uncertainty propagation4.5Multi-objective optimisation4.6Digital twins and models in operation4.7Computational cost and calculation strategies4.8Cross-validation of results4.9Model documentation and versioning4.10Exercise: complete simulation campaign
5.1Design requirements and starting criteria5.2Solution alternatives and comparative analysis5.3Sizing and safety margins5.4Selection of materials, equipment or components5.5Integration with the rest of the system5.6Cost, schedule and manufacturing constraints5.7Reliability, maintainability and service life5.8Sustainability and efficiency in design5.9Design review and risk management5.10Exercise: documented design proposal
6.1Material families and selection criteria6.2Critical components and their failure modes6.3Manufacturing processes and their limits6.4Tolerances, fits and dimensional control6.5Treatments, coatings and protection6.6Emerging technologies applicable to EtherCAT/Profinet/EtherNet-IP and TSN: Determinism6.7Obsolescence and continuity of supply6.8Environmental footprint and circular economy6.9Qualification of components and suppliers6.10Exercise: comparative technical data sheet
7.1System architecture and functional breakdown7.2Interface definition and control7.3Protocols and data exchange7.4Progressive integration and interface testing7.5Electromagnetic and environmental compatibility7.6Configuration management of the whole system7.7Resolving conflicts between subsystems7.8Tuning of the integrated system7.9Traceability from requirements to verification7.10Exercise: interface matrix
8.1Hazard identification and preliminary analysis8.2Failure modes and effects analysis8.3Fault trees and quantitative analysis8.4Allocation of reliability targets8.5Barriers, redundancy and fault tolerance8.6Human factors and operating errors8.7Safety evidence and argumentation8.8Risk management throughout the life cycle8.9Indicators and monitoring in operation8.10Exercise: risk analysis of a case
9.1Verification and validation strategy9.2Test plan: scope and coverage9.3Instrumentation and data acquisition9.4Laboratory testing versus field testing9.5Correlation between model and measurement9.6Handling uncertainty and tolerances9.7Failure analysis and corrective actions9.8Commissioning and acceptance criteria9.9Documenting the validation file9.10Exercise: validation report
10.1Commissioning and handover to operation10.2Preventive and predictive maintenance plans10.3Condition monitoring and diagnostics10.4Spare parts, logistics and availability10.5Obsolescence management and upgrades10.6Availability and performance indicators10.7Life-cycle cost10.8Life extension and repowering10.9Decommissioning and end of life10.10Exercise: maintenance plan
11.1Scope, schedule and cost of the technical project11.2Estimating and budget control11.3Procurement and supplier relations11.4Technical teams and communication11.5Technical and economic feasibility analysis11.6Environmental and social criteria11.7Sustainability regulations and reporting11.8Change management and stakeholders11.9Project close-out and lessons learned11.10Exercise: business case
12.1Choice of topic and scope of the work12.2State of the art and review of sources12.3Problem statement and objectives12.4Applied research methodology12.5Technical development supervised by the thesis director12.6Analysis of results and discussion12.7Conclusions and future lines of work12.8Writing the thesis report12.9Preparing the defence12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel and assessment
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 you can combine the programme with your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is ROS 2, MoveIt, Gazebo, NVIDIA Isaac Sim and MATLAB/Simulink, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied on real procedures from a collaborative robotic cell, a 3D vision test bench and a real-time control laboratory. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: ISO 10218-1 and -2, ISO/TS 15066, ISO 13849, IEC 62061, ISO 3691-4, IEC 61131-3, ISO 9283, IEC 62443, Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230.
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 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 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 ROS 2, MoveIt, Gazebo, NVIDIA Isaac Sim and MATLAB/Simulink, 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 professional experience, plus 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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