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Postgraduate Diploma in Calibration for e-Fuels and Performance Evaluation

Online 800-hour postgraduate diploma in calibration for e-Fuels and Performance Evaluation. 8 modules covering EN 228, ISO 4106 and ETAS INCA. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

Duration800 h
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Postgraduate Diploma in Calibration for e-Fuels and Performance Evaluation — 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

Analyse the properties of e-fuels and their effect on the engine.

02

Evaluate the impact of oxygenated fuels on combustion and emissions.

03

Adapt injection and ignition calibration to new fuels.

04

Design comparative performance testing methodologies.

05

Interpret power, consumption and emissions results.

06

Apply life cycle analysis to renewable fuels.

07

Develop an optimised calibration for a specific e-fuel.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Calibration engineer looking to specialise in Calibration for e-Fuels and Performance Evaluation.
  • Fuels engineer looking to specialise in Calibration for e-Fuels and Performance Evaluation.
  • Test bench engineer looking to specialise in Calibration for e-Fuels and Performance Evaluation.
  • Sustainability analyst looking to specialise in Calibration for e-Fuels and Performance Evaluation.
  • Competition engineer looking to specialise in Calibration for e-Fuels and Performance Evaluation.
  • Engine researcher looking to specialise in Calibration for e-Fuels and Performance Evaluation.
  • Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter motorcycle manufacturing.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • EN 228
  • ISO 4106
  • Reglamento Delegado (UE) n.º 134/2014
  • ASTM D2699
  • ASTM D2700
  • EN 15376
  • Directiva (UE) 2018/2001
  • ASAM MCD-2 MC
Syllabus

8 modules · 800 h

  1. 1.1Fischer-Tropsch and methanol synthesis routes
  2. 1.2e-petrol composition
  3. 1.3Octane rating and sensitivity
  4. 1.4Vapour pressure and volatility
  5. 1.5Oxygen content
  6. 1.6Heat of vaporisation
  7. 1.7Stability and storage
  8. 1.8Blends with fossil petrol
  9. 1.9Availability and cost
  10. 1.10Workshop: analysis of an e-fuel specification
  1. 2.1Flame speed with oxygenates
  2. 2.2Knock resistance
  3. 2.3Mixture formation and evaporation
  4. 2.4Cold start with high heat of vaporisation
  5. 2.5Aldehyde emissions
  6. 2.6Particulates and hydrocarbons
  7. 2.7Combustion stability
  8. 2.8Deposits on valves and injectors
  9. 2.9Two-stroke behaviour
  10. 2.10Practice: comparison of heat release curves
  1. 3.1Injected mass and richness adjustment
  2. 3.2Ethanol content sensors
  3. 3.3Spark advance maps by fuel
  4. 3.4Start-up and warm-up
  5. 3.5Long-term lambda adaptations
  6. 3.6Knock control with high-octane fuel
  7. 3.7Transient compensation
  8. 3.8Flex-fuel calibration with ethanol sensor
  9. 3.9Fuel quality diagnostics
  10. 3.10Laboratory: richness sweep with E85 blend
  1. 4.1Engine dynamometer tests
  2. 4.2Roller dynamometer tests
  3. 4.3Power correction to reference conditions
  4. 4.4Volumetric and mass consumption measurement
  5. 4.5Emissions analysers
  6. 4.6Repeatability between fuels
  7. 4.7Comparative experiment design
  8. 4.8Statistical treatment of small differences
  9. 4.9Test reports
  10. 4.10Case study: comparative test plan
  1. 5.1Torque and power versus fuel
  2. 5.2Specific consumption and efficiency
  3. 5.3Transient throttle response
  4. 5.4Track performance
  5. 5.5Component temperatures
  6. 5.6Durability in prolonged use
  7. 5.7Altitude behaviour
  8. 5.8Subjective rider assessment
  9. 5.9Results analysis
  10. 5.10Practice: performance analysis with bench data
  1. 6.1Fuel life cycle analysis
  2. 6.2Well-to-wheel CO₂ emissions
  3. 6.3Comparison with electrification
  4. 6.4Sustainable competition regulations
  5. 6.5Renewable fuel certification
  6. 6.6Water and land footprint
  7. 6.7Total cost for the user
  8. 6.8Market scenarios
  9. 6.9Communicating results
  10. 6.10Case study: LCA of a motorcycle running on e-petrol
  1. 7.1Sustainable fuels in championships
  2. 7.2Technical requirements for racing fuels
  3. 7.3Fuel control and sampling
  4. 7.4Development with fuel manufacturers
  5. 7.5Calibration cases in competition
  6. 7.6Adapted production engines
  7. 7.7Lessons learnt from racing teams
  8. 7.8Transfer to production
  9. 7.9Research trends
  10. 7.10Workshop: sampling protocol at circuit
  1. 8.1Engine and fuel selection
  2. 8.2Fuel property review
  3. 8.3Test plan
  4. 8.4Baseline calibration adjustment
  5. 8.5Performance and emissions testing
  6. 8.6Comparative analysis against fossil petrol
  7. 8.7Life cycle assessment
  8. 8.8Usage recommendations
  9. 8.9Report and presentation
  10. 8.10Final review with tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

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

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is ETAS INCA, AVL IndiCom, AVL CONCERTO, GT-SUITE, openLCA, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for comparative engine dynamometer tests with different fuels, emissions measurement on roller dynamometers, and life cycle analysis of renewable fuels. 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, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-oriented final project:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry-mentored:lecturers with a track record in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible format(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.

Engine and fuel selection

Analyse the properties of e-fuels and their effect on the engine.

Fuel property review

Evaluate the impact of oxygenated fuels on combustion and emissions.

Test plan

Adapt injection and ignition calibration to new fuels.

Baseline calibration adjustment

Design comparative performance testing methodologies.

Performance and emissions testing

Interpret power, consumption and emissions results.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Calibration engineerFuels engineerTest bench engineerSustainability analystCompetition engineerEngine researcher
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

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

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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

You will work with ETAS INCA, AVL IndiCom, AVL CONCERTO, GT-SUITE, openLCA. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

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

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

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