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Postgraduate Diploma in STS/RMG/ASC Equipment: Maintenance and KPIs

Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in STS/RMG/ASC Equipment: Maintenance and KPIs. 8 modules covering the EN 13001 series (cranes, general design), FEM 1.001 (calculation rules for lifting appliances) and SAP PM. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

Duration800 h
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Postgraduate Diploma in STS/RMG/ASC Equipment: Maintenance and KPIs — studying from Australia

Australia's maritime sector is substantial, encompassing naval shipbuilding, offshore oil and gas, port operations and recreational boating. The Royal Australian Navy's shipbuilding programmes, including the Hunter class frigates and Henderson Defence Precinct in Western Australia, generate significant engineering demand. Offshore energy developments on the North West Shelf and in Bass Strait require marine and structural expertise. Recreational boating is widespread, supported by a strong sports nautical industry. Employers include naval shipbuilders, offshore operators, port authorities and marine equipment manufacturers.

Fees for Australia: A$1,420 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.

Relevant bodies in Australia

  • Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)
  • Naval Shipbuilding College
  • Standards Australia
  • National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority (NOPSEMA)

Typical roles

  • Naval Architect
  • Marine Engineer
  • Offshore Structures Engineer
  • Marine Systems Engineer

Questions from Australia

Is this training recognised by Australian maritime regulators such as AMSA?

SEIUM qualifications are private and are not official state degrees or accredited by national bodies. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority regulates maritime certificates and qualifications separately, and SEIUM training does not replace those requirements. Confirm with AMSA or your employer which credentials your intended role requires.

Which Australian employers might consider this qualification for naval or offshore work?

Offshore energy operators, shipbuilders, naval contractors, marine consultancies and sports nautical manufacturers are examples of Australian employers in this area. Their hiring decisions depend on their own criteria and on any required certifications. A private qualification is one factor among experience and licensing.

Can I study this part time from Australia, and can employers help pay?

Yes, the programmes are fully online and taught in English, so you can study from Australia without a student visa and fit learning around your schedule. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible. Confirm the total hours and expected pace before committing.

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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Describe the STS, RMG and ASC equipment and its role in the terminal.

02

Analyse the mechanics and structure of cranes according to EN 13001.

03

Diagnose the electrical and control systems of cranes.

04

Define preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.

05

Design performance indicators according to EN 15341.

06

Apply reliability and root cause analysis to failures.

07

Organise maintenance with safety criteria.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Port crane maintenance engineer who wants to specialise in STS/RMG/ASC Equipment: Maintenance and KPIs.
  • Terminal maintenance manager who wants to specialise in STS/RMG/ASC Equipment: Maintenance and KPIs.
  • Equipment reliability engineer who wants to specialise in STS/RMG/ASC Equipment: Maintenance and KPIs.
  • Crane automation technician who wants to specialise in STS/RMG/ASC Equipment: Maintenance and KPIs.
  • Terminal KPI analyst who wants to specialise in STS/RMG/ASC Equipment: Maintenance and KPIs.
  • Lifting equipment inspector who wants to specialise in STS/RMG/ASC Equipment: Maintenance and KPIs.
  • Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter container terminals.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • EN 13001 series (cranes, general design)
  • FEM 1.001 (calculation rules for lifting appliances)
  • EN 15011 (overhead and gantry cranes)
  • ISO 12482 (cranes, condition monitoring)
  • ISO 9927-1 (cranes, inspections)
  • EN 15341 (maintenance indicators)
  • IEC 60204-32 (electrical equipment of lifting machines)
Syllabus

8 modules · 800 h

  1. 1.1STS quay cranes: types and dimensions
  2. 1.2RMG and RTG yard cranes
  3. 1.3ASC automated stacking cranes
  4. 1.4Straddle carriers and AGVs
  5. 1.5Spreaders and twin-lift
  6. 1.6Electric drive systems
  7. 1.7Automation and remote control
  8. 1.8FEM 1.001 and EN 13001 standards
  9. 1.9Operating cycles and productivity
  10. 1.10Case study: comparison of yard layouts
  1. 2.1Steel structure and fatigue
  2. 2.2Hoisting mechanisms
  3. 2.3Travel and trolley mechanisms
  4. 2.4Steel wire ropes: inspection to ISO 4309
  5. 2.5Brakes and clutches
  6. 2.6Wheels, rails and runways
  7. 2.7Weld inspection
  8. 2.8Corrosion protection
  9. 2.9Wind loads and storm anchorages
  10. 2.10Practical exercise: wire rope inspection to ISO 4309
  1. 3.1Variable frequency drives
  2. 3.2Cable supply and cable reels
  3. 3.3Energy recovery
  4. 3.4PLCs and control networks
  5. 3.5Position and anti-collision sensors
  6. 3.6Anti-sway systems
  7. 3.7Container detection and OCR
  8. 3.8Remote crane control
  9. 3.9Electrical fault diagnosis
  10. 3.10Laboratory: diagnosis of a hoist drive
  1. 4.1Preventive maintenance plans
  2. 4.2Condition-based maintenance
  3. 4.3Vibration analysis of gearboxes
  4. 4.4Oil analysis on cranes
  5. 4.5Lubrication and its scheduling
  6. 4.6Statutory inspections
  7. 4.7Critical spares management
  8. 4.8CMMS applied to terminals
  9. 4.9Maintenance within operational windows
  10. 4.10Workshop: maintenance plan for an STS crane
  1. 5.1Gross moves per hour (GMPH)
  2. 5.2Vessel productivity (BMPH)
  3. 5.3Technical and operational availability
  4. 5.4MTBF and MTTR of equipment
  5. 5.5Maintenance cost per move
  6. 5.6OEE applied to terminals
  7. 5.7Downtime and its causes
  8. 5.8Benchmarking between terminals
  9. 5.9Dashboards
  10. 5.10Practical exercise: crane KPI dashboard
  1. 6.1Pareto analysis of breakdowns
  2. 6.2FMECA of container cranes
  3. 6.3Root cause analysis
  4. 6.4Weibull analysis of components
  5. 6.5Obsolescence management
  6. 6.6Modernisation and retrofit
  7. 6.7Digital twins of equipment
  8. 6.8Remote fleet monitoring
  9. 6.9Telemetry data analysis
  10. 6.10Case study: root cause analysis of spreader failures
  1. 7.1Working-at-height safety
  2. 7.2Lockout–tagout (LOTO)
  3. 7.3Safety in automated zones
  4. 7.4Contractor management
  5. 7.5Technical staff training
  6. 7.6Organisation of the maintenance department
  7. 7.7Shifts and on-call cover
  8. 7.8Maintenance budget
  9. 7.9Relations with manufacturers
  10. 7.10Practical exercise: LOTO procedure for an RMG crane
  1. 8.1Fleet diagnosis
  2. 8.2Indicator analysis
  3. 8.3Critical failure analysis
  4. 8.4Maintenance strategy
  5. 8.5Monitoring plan
  6. 8.6Organisation and resources
  7. 8.7Business case
  8. 8.8Implementation 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 SAP PM, IBM Maximo, Siemens TIA Portal, Power BI, ReliaSoft Weibull++, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for structural inspections of STS cranes, failure analysis of lifting systems and equipment availability dashboards. Assessment is continuous by module plus the final integrative project.

Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with a rotor test rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-driven Master's Thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry mentoring:lecturers with track records in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible format(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:a safety-by-design approach, with cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as its pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

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

Fleet diagnosis

Describe the STS, RMG and ASC equipment and its role in the terminal.

Indicator analysis

Analyse the mechanics and structure of cranes according to EN 13001.

Critical failure analysis

Diagnose the electrical and control systems of cranes.

Maintenance strategy

Define preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.

Monitoring plan

Design performance indicators according to EN 15341.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Port crane maintenance engineerTerminal maintenance managerEquipment reliability engineerCrane automation technicianTerminal KPI analystLifting equipment inspector
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. A university degree is not required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme’s software.
  • Sufficient Spanish to follow technical standards documentation.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme totals 800 hours, spread over 6 to 8 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours per week on average, compatible with full-time work.

You will work with SAP PM, IBM Maximo, Siemens TIA Portal, Power BI, ReliaSoft Weibull++. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor will indicate the open-source alternative where one exists.

SEIUM’s own diploma upon passing continuous assessment and the final integrative 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-level programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.

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