Safe driving course
Online course of 300 hours in safe road riding. 6 modules covering motorcyclist risk and crash data, traffic rules, defensive riding techniques, road and weather conditions, and motorcycle, gear and rider condition, with an assigned technical tutor.
Safe driving course — 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$712 (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 risk factors behind motorcyclist crashes.
Apply traffic rules correctly when riding a motorcycle.
Develop defensive riding and anticipation techniques.
Adapt your riding to the road, weather and environment.
Select and use suitable approved protective equipment.
Respond at a basic level to a crash involving a motorcyclist.
Draw up a personal safe riding plan.
Who it's for
- Road safety trainers.
- Motorcycle driving school instructors.
- Road safety technicians.
- Safe riding instructors.
- Motorcycle fleet managers.
- Motorcycle tour guides.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to join driving schools.
What you'll work with
- Royal Legislative Decree 6/2015 (Spanish Traffic and Road Safety Act)
- Royal Decree 1428/2003 (Spanish General Traffic Regulations)
- Royal Decree 818/2009 (Spanish General Driver Regulations)
- UNECE Regulation No. 22.06 (protective helmets)
- UNE-EN 17092 (protective garments for motorcyclists)
- ISO 39001 (road traffic safety management)
- UNE-EN 13594 (protective gloves for motorcyclists)
- Calimoto
- Google Maps
- Kinovea
- Excel
6 modules
1.1Motorcycle crash statistics1.2Human, vehicle and road factors1.3Most frequent crash types1.4Collisions at junctions1.5Running off the road on bends1.6Rear-end collisions and turning vehicles1.7Motorcyclist vulnerability1.8The Safe System approach1.9Subjective perception of risk1.10Workshop: analysis of a crash statistics report
2.1AM, A1, A2 and A licences2.2Right-of-way and overtaking rules2.3Lane position2.4Filtering between lanes and its limits2.5Speed limits by road type2.6Alcohol, drugs and medication2.7Use of phones and devices2.8Penalties and licence points2.9Carrying passengers and loads2.10Case study: resolving right-of-way situations
3.1Systematic visual scanning3.2Time-based safety gaps3.3Making yourself visible to others3.4Anticipating other road users' errors3.5Positioning on rural road bends3.6Emergency braking with ABS3.7Swerving and changing trajectory3.8Group riding3.9Night riding3.10Practical: emergency braking and swerving exercise
4.1Road surface types and grip4.2Road markings and manhole covers4.3Gravel, diesel and leaves4.4Rain, wind and fog4.5Heat and dehydration4.6Crash barriers and protection systems4.7Roadworks and diversions4.8Animals on the road4.9Tunnels and changes in light4.10Case study: route plan with identified risks
5.1Pre-ride check: tyres, lights and brakes5.2Preventive maintenance5.3Choosing a helmet5.4Approved garments, gloves and boots5.5Airbags and back protection5.6Fatigue and rest breaks5.7Emotional state and riding5.8Basic first aid: PAS (Protect, Alert, Assist)5.9Removing the helmet after a crash5.10Lab: full check before a trip
6.1Rider profile and typical use6.2Self-assessment of habits6.3Identifying personal risks6.4Technique improvement plan6.5Equipment plan6.6Maintenance plan6.7Supervised practice route6.8Monitoring indicators6.9Report and presentation6.10Final project: final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
Training is 100% online 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 the course with your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Calimoto, Google Maps, Kinovea and Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied on real procedures: emergency braking and swerving on a closed track, route planning with risk identification and pre-ride motorcycle checks. Assessment is continuous for each module, plus the final project.
Standards covered: Royal Legislative Decree 6/2015 (Spanish Traffic and Road Safety Act); Royal Decree 1428/2003 (Spanish General Traffic Regulations); Royal Decree 818/2009 (Spanish General Driver Regulations); UNECE Regulation No. 22.06 (protective helmets); UNE-EN 17092 (protective garments for motorcyclists); ISO 39001 (road traffic safety management); UNE-EN 13594 (protective gloves for motorcyclists).
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
- No prior qualification is required.
- 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 300 hours over 3 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with Calimoto, Google Maps, Kinovea and Excel, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute certificate, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the final project. 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 are recognised in a higher programme in the same area (postgraduate diploma or master's). Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.
No prior qualification is required: you need an internet connection, a computer capable of running 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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