TFT display integration course for motorcycles
Online course of 300 hours in motorcycle TFT display integration, structured in 6 modules covering display technologies, instrument cluster architecture, interface ergonomics, smartphone connectivity and installation, with an assigned technical tutor.
TFT display integration course for motorcycles — 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$868 (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
Compare display technologies for motorcycles.
Describe the architecture of a TFT instrument cluster.
Apply ergonomic principles and distraction-reduction techniques.
Integrate smartphone connectivity functions.
Install and adapt aftermarket instrument clusters.
Verify the regulatory requirements for tell-tales and controls.
Design the interface of a TFT cluster.
Who it's for
- Vehicle electronics engineers moving into motorcycle instrumentation.
- HMI interface designers working on rider displays.
- Embedded software developers building cluster graphics and CAN integration.
- Validation technicians testing displays and instrument clusters.
- Diagnostic technicians dealing with modern motorcycle dashboards.
- Product engineers defining instrument clusters.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to enter motorcycle manufacturing.
What you'll work with
- UN/ECE Regulation No. 60 (controls, tell-tales and indicators on two-wheeled vehicles)
- ISO 6727 (symbols for motorcycle controls and indicators)
- ISO 15008 (visual presentation of in-vehicle information)
- ISO 15005 (dialogue management for in-vehicle systems)
- ISO 16750 (environmental conditions for vehicle electrical equipment)
- UN/ECE Regulation No. 10 (electromagnetic compatibility of vehicles)
- Directive 2014/53/EU (radio equipment)
- Qt Design Studio
- Crank Storyboard
- Altia Design
- LVGL
- Figma
6 modules
1.1Segment LCD displays1.2Active-matrix TFT1.3Backlighting and brightness1.4Sunlight readability1.5Anti-reflective and optical treatments1.6OLED displays on motorcycles1.7Resolution and size1.8Viewing angle1.9Thermal behaviour in direct sunlight1.10Workshop: comparing display readability
2.1Graphics microcontroller and video memory2.2Connection to the CAN bus2.3Vehicle data sources2.4Mandatory tell-tales and their location2.5Handlebar controls2.6Power management2.7Fast system boot2.8Memory and updates2.9Connectors and sealing2.10Practical: reading the cluster's CAN messages
3.1Information hierarchy3.2Glance time and distraction3.3Screen design by riding mode3.4Typography and contrast3.5Standardised iconography for controls and tell-tales3.6Navigation using the controls3.7Day mode and night mode3.8Alerts and priorities3.9User testing3.10Lab: screen prototype in a graphics tool
4.1Bluetooth pairing with the phone4.2Turn-by-turn navigation4.3App mirroring4.4Calls and music4.5Rider and passenger intercoms4.6Manufacturer apps4.7Remote updates of the cluster software4.8Data privacy4.9Cluster cybersecurity4.10Case study: navigation integration on an adventure bike
5.1Replacing analogue clusters5.2Adapting aftermarket clusters5.3Mounts and vibration5.4Electrical compatibility with the original wiring5.5Speedometer calibration5.6Type approval of modifications5.7Post-installation testing5.8Fault diagnosis5.9Warranty and documentation5.10Case study: fitting a TFT in a restoration
6.1Defining the motorcycle and the user6.2Information requirements6.3Display and hardware selection6.4Interface design6.5Integration with CAN and controls6.6Environmental validation plan6.7Regulatory requirements analysis6.8Cost estimate6.9Report and presentation6.10Final project: final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100% online training 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 each 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 Qt Design Studio, Crank Storyboard, Altia Design, LVGL and Figma, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures for prototyping instrumentation interfaces, sunlight readability testing and integrating clusters with the CAN bus. Assessment is continuous per module plus the final project.
Standards covered: UN/ECE Regulation No. 60, ISO 6727, ISO 15008, ISO 15005, ISO 16750, UN/ECE Regulation No. 10, Directive 2014/53/EU.
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 Qt Design Studio, Crank Storyboard, Altia Design, LVGL and Figma, 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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