Master’s in Heavy-Duty and Off-Highway Electrification
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in heavy-duty and off-highway electrification. 12 modules covering heavy machinery decarbonisation, heavy electric powertrains, heavy-duty batteries, electrified hydraulics, electric trucks, mining, construction and agricultural machinery, heavy-vehicle charging, hydrogen alternatives, safety under Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 and economics, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in Heavy-Duty and Off-Highway Electrification — studying from Australia
Motorcycles and two-wheeled vehicles are a significant part of Australian transport and recreation, with strong demand for motorcycles, scooters and e-bikes in urban and regional areas. Engineers working in this field contribute to chassis and powertrain design, rider safety systems and emissions compliance. National vehicle standards and rider safety initiatives shape product development and testing. Employers include motorcycle importers and distributors, component suppliers, accessory makers and e-mobility start-ups.
Fees for Australia: A$15,800 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Australia
Typical roles
Questions from Australia
Will a SEIUM qualification be recognised for motorcycle engineering roles in Australia?
SEIUM qualifications are private and not accredited by any Australian national body. Recognition for engineering or vehicle compliance roles is decided by individual employers and relevant bodies. Vehicle safety and compliance in Australia are governed by national design rules, which apply regardless of your qualification, so check requirements with the employer.
Which Australian employers work in motorcycle and two-wheeler engineering?
Motorcycle and scooter importers, distributors, component suppliers, dealer service networks and performance workshops are examples of Australian employers in this field. Whether they value a private qualification depends on their policies. Practical experience and a strong final project portfolio are typically persuasive in this industry.
Is the course suitable for someone working full time in Australia?
The programmes are delivered 100% online in English with an assigned technical tutor, so you can study from home at times that suit you. Fees are payable in instalments, and employers may sponsor you. Check the hours required for your chosen programme and make sure your schedule allows steady progress.
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 the duty cycles of heavy machinery and trucks.
Design high-power electric powertrains.
Size robust batteries for intensive service.
Electrify hydraulic and auxiliary systems.
Plan charging infrastructure for heavy vehicles.
Compare decarbonisation alternatives by application.
Assess the economic feasibility of electrification.
Who it's for
- Machinery electrification engineers
- Heavy-duty powertrain engineers
- Industrial battery specialists
- Truck fleet managers
- Electrified hydraulics engineers
- Industrial decarbonisation consultants
- Engineering or science graduates looking to enter the construction sector
What you'll work with
- Regulation (EU) 2016/1628 (Stage V emissions for non-road mobile machinery)
- Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 (EU Machinery Regulation)
- ISO 6469-3 (electrical safety of electrically propelled road vehicles)
- Regulation (EU) 2019/1242 (CO2 emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles)
- ISO 14990-1 (electrical safety of earth-moving machinery)
- ISO 13849-1 (safety-related parts of control systems)
- IEC 63379 (megawatt charging stations)
- SAE J3271 (Megawatt Charging System for heavy vehicles)
- MATLAB/Simulink
- Simcenter Amesim
- GT-SUITE
- VECTO
12 modules
1.1Off-highway sectors: construction, mining and agriculture1.2Machinery duty cycles1.3Emissions from non-road mobile machinery1.4Stage V regulations1.5Heavy trucks and CO2 targets1.6Alternatives: battery, hydrogen and fuels1.7Power and energy requirements1.8Economic and operational barriers1.9Manufacturer experience1.10Case study: load profile of an excavator
2.1600 to 800 V architectures2.2High-torque electric motors2.3Electric axles for trucks2.4Transmissions in machinery2.5High-power inverters2.6Electric power take-offs2.7On-demand electrified hydraulics2.8Cooling in dusty environments2.9Integration into existing chassis2.10Lab: sizing the powertrain of a truck
3.1Energy and power requirements3.2LFP and NMC chemistries for heavy vehicles3.3Packs robust against vibration3.4Thermal management in extreme climates3.5Service life under intensive cycling3.6Swappable packs in mining3.7Impact protection3.8Safety and thermal runaway3.9Second life of industrial packs3.10Practical: battery sizing for a wheel loader
4.1Electrically driven pumps4.2Variable displacement systems4.3Electromechanical actuators versus cylinders4.4Energy recovery on lowering4.5Electric swing systems4.6Cab climate control4.7Electric air compressors4.8Hydraulic circuit efficiency4.9Power demand control4.10Case study: electrification of a hydraulic circuit
5.1Rigid trucks and tractor units5.2Range and battery weight5.3Weights and dimensions regulations5.4Megawatt charging (MCS)5.5Regional and long-haul routes5.6Refuse and construction trucks5.7Aerodynamic efficiency and tyres5.8Charging management at logistics centres5.9Total cost of ownership5.10Practical: simulation of a regional route
6.1Electric dump trucks and trolley assist6.2Battery-powered underground loaders6.3Ventilation and underground benefits6.4Electrical infrastructure in the mine6.5Battery swapping in mines6.6Range and haulage cycles6.7Electrical safety in mining6.8Electric mine case studies6.9Automation and electrification6.10Lab: haulage cycle with trolley assist
7.1Compact electric excavators7.2Cable-powered machinery7.3Cranes and aerial work platforms7.4Electric and autonomous tractors7.5Electrified agricultural implements7.6Charging on site and on the farm7.7Mobile battery containers7.8Noise and urban works7.9Construction site regulations7.10Case study: zero-emission urban construction site
8.1High-power chargers for trucks8.2Megawatt Charging System8.3Depot and en-route charging8.4Charging on construction and remote sites8.5Generators and mobile batteries8.6Grid connection in industrial areas8.7Peak demand management8.8IEC 63379 and SAE J3271 standards8.9Design of charging areas8.10Practical: design of a truck charging area
9.1Fuel cells for heavy vehicles9.2Hydrogen combustion engines9.3On-board storage9.4High-capacity refuelling9.5HVO and biofuels9.6Synthetic fuels for machinery9.7Efficiency comparison9.8Cost comparison9.9Choice by application9.10Case study: technology comparison for a fleet
10.1Machinery Directive10.2Machinery Regulation 2023/123010.3Electrical safety to ISO 646910.4Machinery standards ISO 1499010.5Functional safety to ISO 1384910.6Electromagnetic compatibility in machines10.7Type approval of electric trucks10.8Safety in maintenance10.9Emergency management10.10Workshop: requirements matrix for an electric machine
11.1Total cost of ownership per hour11.2Energy cost on site11.3Residual value of electric machines11.4Rental models11.5Decarbonisation grants11.6Contracts with environmental criteria11.7Manufacturer strategies11.8Change management among users11.9Emissions indicators11.10Case study: business case for a mining fleet
12.1Selection of the machine or fleet12.2Duty cycle analysis12.3Powertrain architecture12.4Battery sizing12.5Electrification of auxiliary systems12.6Charging infrastructure12.7Economic analysis of the proposal12.8Implementation plan12.9Master's 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 the intake, so you can combine it with your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is MATLAB/Simulink, Simcenter Amesim, GT-SUITE and VECTO, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Practical work is based on real procedures: simulation of machinery duty cycles, battery sizing for heavy-duty service and design of truck charging areas. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: Regulation (EU) 2016/1628 (Stage V), Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 on machinery, ISO 6469-3, Regulation (EU) 2019/1242 (CO2 for heavy-duty vehicles), ISO 14990-1, ISO 13849-1, IEC 63379, SAE J3271.
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 MATLAB/Simulink, Simcenter Amesim, GT-SUITE and VECTO, 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), a computer able to run 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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