Master’s in Reversible Electrification of Classic Vehicles
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in reversible electrification of classic vehicles. 12 modules covering electric powertrain architecture, traction batteries, high-voltage safety, charging, reversible mechanical design, vehicle dynamics, type approval and the conversion business, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in Reversible Electrification of Classic Vehicles — studying from Canada
Canada has an active classic and heritage vehicle community, supported by clubs, restoration specialists and museums across the country. Restoration work requires skills in engineering drawings, metalworking, electrical systems and historical research. Heritage vehicle collections and automotive museums, such as the Canadian Automotive Museum in Oshawa, sustain professional and volunteer expertise. Specialist businesses and independent workshops are the main employers in this niche.
Fees for Canada: C$9,230 (Canadian dollar), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Canada
Typical roles
Questions from Canada
Is this programme recognised by professional bodies in Canada for vehicle restoration work?
SEIUM's qualifications are private, not official state degrees, and carry no national accreditation in Canada. Restoration is largely a trade and enthusiast field in Canada, with recognition typically driven by reputation, workshop experience and clubs or heritage organisations rather than a single licensing body. Confirm with any prospective client or employer how they regard private qualifications.
What career use could this have in Canada's classic vehicle sector?
Potential uses include working with specialist restoration workshops, dealerships, collectors or heritage vehicle organisations. Employers and clients decide how to value a private qualification, and hands-on experience is usually the strongest factor in this sector. The final project may serve as a portfolio example, but it does not guarantee work.
Can I study this online with my own schedule from Canada?
Yes, the programme is 100% online and taught in English, so it suits learners across Canada and no student visa is needed to study from home. Programme lengths are 300, 800 or 1,900 hours depending on the level. Fees are payable in instalments, employer sponsorship is possible, and an assigned technical tutor supports your 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
Assess the feasibility of electrifying a classic vehicle.
Design the architecture of an electric powertrain.
Size and protect traction batteries.
Apply safe working procedures for high voltage.
Design reversible mechanical solutions without altering the original vehicle.
Manage the type approval of the conversion.
Develop a business model for electric conversions.
Who it's for
- Electric conversion engineers.
- Automotive high-voltage technicians.
- Battery engineers moving into the classic-vehicle sector.
- Type-approval engineers dealing with powertrain modifications.
- Electrification workshop managers.
- Electric mobility consultants.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter electric conversion workshops.
What you'll work with
- UNECE Regulation No. 100 (electrical safety of vehicles)
- UNECE Regulation No. 10 (electromagnetic compatibility)
- Vehicle Modifications Manual (Spanish Ministry of Industry)
- Royal Decree 892/2013 (Spanish Historic Vehicles Regulation)
- UNE-EN 50110-1 (operation of electrical installations)
- ISO 6469-3 (electrical safety of electric vehicles)
- IEC 62196 (charging connectors)
- MATLAB/Simulink
- SolidWorks
- Artec Studio
- CANalyzer
- Orion BMS Utility
12 modules
1.1Motivations for and debate around electrification1.2The concept of reversible conversion1.3Impact on value and authenticity1.4Positions of FIVA and marque clubs1.5The market for conversions and kits1.6Profile of candidate vehicles1.7Comparison with original powertrains1.8Life cycle and environmental footprint1.9Owner requirements1.10Case study: feasibility study for a roadster
2.1Permanent-magnet synchronous motors2.2Induction motors2.3Inverters and vector control2.4Coupling to the original gearbox2.5Direct-drive conversion2.6Differential and final drive ratio2.7Cooling of the motor and electronics2.8Power and torque sizing2.9System efficiency2.10Lab: motor and inverter test bench
3.1Cell chemistry: NMC, LFP and others3.2Modules, packs and series-parallel configurations3.3Battery management system (BMS)3.4Battery thermal management3.5Location in the vehicle and mass distribution3.6Enclosures and mechanical protection3.7Safety against thermal runaway3.8Range and consumption3.9Service life and second life3.10Practical: designing a pack for a classic passenger car
4.1Electrical hazards in high-voltage vehicles4.2Insulation and protection against contact4.3High-voltage interlock (HVIL)4.4Service disconnect and fuses4.5Orange cabling and connectors4.6Protective equipment and insulated tools4.7De-energised working procedures4.8Training according to UNE-EN 501104.9Emergency response4.10Workshop: high-voltage lockout procedure
5.1On-board charger and connector standards5.2AC and DC charging5.3DC-DC converter for 12 V5.4Integration with the original instrument cluster5.5Electric brake servo and power steering5.6Electric climate control and heat pump5.7CAN communication between components5.8Software management and calibration5.9Fault diagnosis5.10Lab: integrating the charger and DC-DC converter
6.1The principle of not cutting or welding the original6.2Brackets bolted to existing mounting points6.3Subframes and auxiliary frames6.4Gearbox adaptors6.5Preserving the original engine6.6Documenting the prior condition6.7Full reversal and timescales6.83D scanning of the engine bay6.9CAD design of brackets6.10Practical: designing a bolt-on battery bracket
7.1Change in mass and centre of gravity7.2Axle load distribution and suspension7.3Brakes suited to the new mass7.4Tyres and wheels7.5Regeneration and blended braking7.6Cornering behaviour7.7Performance and acceleration7.8Dynamic track testing7.9Suspension tuning7.10Case study: mass distribution before and after
8.1Major modifications and the Vehicle Modifications Manual8.2Change of powertrain in historic vehicles8.3Official laboratories and technical project8.4Electromagnetic compatibility of the powertrain8.5UNECE Regulation No. 100 on electrical safety8.6UNECE Regulation No. 10 on electromagnetic compatibility8.7Roadworthiness inspection and documentation8.8Insurance and notification8.9DGT environmental label after the modification8.10Workshop: modification file for an engine change
9.1Consumption models and driving cycles9.2Range simulation9.3Thermal sizing of batteries and inverter9.4Component selection with software tools9.5Cost analysis9.6Architecture optimisation9.7Validation of assumptions9.8Parameter sensitivity9.9Sizing report9.10Lab: range simulation on the WLTP cycle
10.1Planning the conversion workshop10.2Installation sequence10.3Routing high-voltage cabling10.4Battery installation and thermal management10.5Commissioning and first power-up10.6Insulation verification10.7Functional charging and driving tests10.8Final quality control10.9Handover and customer training10.10Practical: commissioning a converted vehicle
11.1Market and customers11.2Kits versus bespoke projects11.3Pricing and margins11.4Warranties and liability11.5After-sales and maintenance11.6Component suppliers11.7Marketing and communication11.8Legal risks and workshop civil liability11.9Sustainability of the model11.10Case study: business plan for a conversion workshop
12.1Vehicle selection12.2Feasibility study12.3High- and low-voltage electrical architecture12.4Reversible mechanical design12.5Safety analysis12.6Type-approval plan12.7Budget and scheduling12.8Reversal procedure12.9Master's Thesis report12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel
How you'll learn
Training is 100% online on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable materials, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, so it fits around your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standards and applied exercises. The working software is MATLAB/Simulink, SolidWorks, Artec Studio, CANalyzer and Orion BMS Utility, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Practical work is based on real procedures for commissioning converted vehicles, high-voltage insulation checks and range simulations on standardised cycles. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: UNECE Regulation No. 100, UNECE Regulation No. 10, Vehicle Modifications Manual, Royal Decree 892/2013, UNE-EN 50110-1, ISO 6469-3, IEC 62196.
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
- A university degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
- An 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 1,900 hours over 12–14 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with MATLAB/Simulink, SolidWorks, Artec Studio, CANalyzer, Orion BMS Utility, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute diploma, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the Master's Thesis. 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 in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.
A university degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience, plus 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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