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Postgraduate Diploma in Automation/MES for PTW

Online 800-hour postgraduate diploma in automation/MES for PTW. 8 modules covering IEC 62264-1:2013 (ISA-95), IEC 61131-3:2013 and Siemens TIA Portal. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

Duration800 h
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Postgraduate Diploma in Automation/MES for PTW — 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$2,380 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.

Relevant bodies in Australia

  • Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI)
  • Australian Motorcycle Industry Association
  • Standards Australia
  • Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts

Typical roles

  • Motorcycle Design Engineer
  • Two-Wheeler Test Engineer
  • Rider Safety Engineer
  • E-Mobility Product Engineer

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.

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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Assess automation opportunities in two-wheeler vehicle plants.

02

Programme PLCs in accordance with IEC 61131-3.

03

Integrate safe robotic welding and handling cells.

04

Specify MES functions aligned with ISA-95.

05

Connect plant equipment via OPC UA and data architectures.

06

Protect OT systems in line with the IEC 62443 series.

07

Manage automation projects from specification through to commissioning.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Automation engineer looking to specialise in Automation/MES for PTW.
  • MES engineer looking to specialise in Automation/MES for PTW.
  • PLC and robot programmer looking to specialise in Automation/MES for PTW.
  • Industrial data engineer looking to specialise in Automation/MES for PTW.
  • OT cybersecurity specialist looking to specialise in Automation/MES for PTW.
  • Industrialisation project manager looking to specialise in Automation/MES for PTW.
  • Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter motorcycle manufacturing.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • IEC 62264-1:2013 (ISA-95)
  • IEC 61131-3:2013
  • IEC 62443-3-3:2013
  • ISO 10218-1:2025
  • IEC 62541 (OPC UA)
  • Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 (machinery)
  • ISO 13849-1:2023
  • ISO 22400-2:2014
Syllabus

8 modules · 800 h

  1. 1.1Automation levels in motorcycle manufacturing
  2. 1.2Robotic welding of frames and swingarms
  3. 1.3Robotic painting of tanks and fairings
  4. 1.4Automated machining of cylinder heads and crankcases
  5. 1.5Manual assisted versus automatic assembly
  6. 1.6Cobots in screwdriving and handling
  7. 1.7Automation in battery assembly
  8. 1.8Investment and return criteria
  9. 1.9ISA-95 automation pyramid
  10. 1.10Case study: prioritising processes for automation
  1. 2.1Architecture of programmable logic controllers
  2. 2.2IEC 61131-3 languages
  3. 2.3Inputs, outputs and fieldbuses
  4. 2.4PROFINET and EtherNet/IP
  5. 2.5SCADA systems and line HMIs
  6. 2.6Machinery safety and safety functions
  7. 2.7Torque- and angle-controlled screwdrivers
  8. 2.8Machine vision for inspection
  9. 2.9Virtual commissioning
  10. 2.10Lab: programming a screwdriving station in a PLC
  1. 3.1Industrial robots and kinematics
  2. 3.2Offline programming and simulation
  3. 3.3MIG and TIG welding cells
  4. 3.4Grippers and handling tools
  5. 3.5Collaborative robots according to ISO 10218
  6. 3.6Calibration and trajectory accuracy
  7. 3.7Perimeter safety and scanners
  8. 3.8Robot–PLC integration
  9. 3.9Cell maintenance
  10. 3.10Practice: simulating a swingarm welding cell
  1. 4.1MES functions per ISA-95 level 3
  2. 4.2Production order management
  3. 4.3Digital work instructions
  4. 4.4Production data capture
  5. 4.5Inline quality management
  6. 4.6Genealogy and unit record
  7. 4.7Recipe and parameter management
  8. 4.8ERP–MES interfaces
  9. 4.9Selecting an MES
  10. 4.10Workshop: modelling an MES flow for final assembly
  1. 5.1OPC UA and information models
  2. 5.2MQTT and unified namespace architecture
  3. 5.3Process historians
  4. 5.4Edge computing on the plant floor
  5. 5.5Automatic OEE calculation
  6. 5.6Downtime analytics
  7. 5.7Predictive maintenance of equipment
  8. 5.8Shift dashboards
  9. 5.9Industrial data quality
  10. 5.10Lab: OPC UA server connected to a dashboard
  1. 6.1Specific threats in industrial networks
  2. 6.2Structure of the IEC 62443 series
  3. 6.3Segmentation into zones and conduits
  4. 6.4Patch management on production equipment
  5. 6.5Secure remote access for integrators
  6. 6.6Backups of PLC programs
  7. 6.7Passive network anomaly monitoring
  8. 6.8Incident response on the plant floor
  9. 6.9Obligations under the NIS2 Directive
  10. 6.10Case study: risk analysis of an assembly line
  1. 7.1User requirements specification
  2. 7.2Drafting technical tender documents
  3. 7.3FAT and SAT testing of equipment
  4. 7.4Line validation at production ramp-up
  5. 7.5Training operators and maintenance staff
  6. 7.6Organisational change management
  7. 7.7Coordinating integrators and suppliers
  8. 7.8Project risk register and treatment
  9. 7.9Project success indicators
  10. 7.10Case study: MES implementation in a scooter plant
  1. 8.1Diagnosis of the current situation
  2. 8.2Selecting processes to automate
  3. 8.3Design of the cell or station
  4. 8.4Control and robot programming
  5. 8.5Integration with the MES
  6. 8.6Test and validation plan
  7. 8.7Return on investment analysis
  8. 8.8Plant deployment plan
  9. 8.9Report and presentation
  10. 8.10Final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

Fully 100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine study with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Siemens TIA Portal, Siemens Opcenter Execution, RoboDK, Inductive Automation Ignition, Node-RED, in free, academic or evaluation versions. The practical exercises are based on real PLC and robot programming procedures in simulated environments, MES flow modelling for assembly lines, and deployment of OPC UA data architectures. Assessment is continuous per module plus the final integrating project.

Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
Evidence-oriented Master's Thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry Mentored:teachers with experience in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible modality(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Diagnosis of the current situation

Assess automation opportunities in two-wheeler vehicle plants.

Selecting processes to automate

Programme PLCs in accordance with IEC 61131-3.

Design of the cell or station

Integrate safe robotic welding and handling cells.

Control and robot programming

Specify MES functions aligned with ISA-95.

Integration with the MES

Connect plant equipment via OPC UA and data architectures.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Automation EngineerMES EngineerPLC and Robot ProgrammerIndustrial Data EngineerOT Cybersecurity SpecialistIndustrialisation Project Manager
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. No university degree is required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient level of Spanish to follow the reading of technical standards.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme consists of 800 hours in total, spread over 6 to 8 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours per week on average, compatible with a full-time job.

You work with Siemens TIA Portal, Siemens Opcenter Execution, RoboDK, Inductive Automation Ignition, Node-RED. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

An own SEIUM diploma upon passing continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised towards the higher programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.

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