Postgraduate Diploma in Mixed-Surface Set-Up and Tyre Management
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Mixed-Surface Set-Up and Tyre Management. 8 modules covering FIM Supermoto Technical Regulations, UNECE Regulation No. 75 and AiM Race Studio. Dedicated tutor and open enrolment.
Postgraduate Diploma in Mixed-Surface Set-Up and Tyre Management — studying from Canada
Canada's motorcycle and two-wheeler market is relatively modest compared with the car sector, but it supports a network of dealers, distributors, parts suppliers and recreational riding communities. Manufacturers and importers serve markets across provinces, with seasonal demand shaped by climate. Engineering work in this area includes vehicle homologation, component design and electric two-wheeler development. Regulation of vehicle safety and emissions involves federal and provincial authorities.
Fees for Canada: C$2,010 (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 motorcycle engineering?
SEIUM's qualifications are private, not official state degrees, and are not accredited by any national body in Canada. Vehicle engineering roles in Canada are generally not licensed by a single title-protected body, but employers and industry associations set their own expectations. Transport Canada regulates vehicle safety standards, which is separate from any qualification. Check recognition with prospective employers directly.
What career paths in Canada could this qualification support in the 2-wheeler sector?
Potential roles include design, testing, product development and technical support with motorcycle and powersports manufacturers, distributors and component suppliers. Whether a private qualification is valued is for each employer to decide, and experience often matters most in this sector. The final project can provide a concrete portfolio piece, though it does not guarantee any position.
How can I manage this programme alongside work in Canada?
The programme is entirely online and in English, so it suits students across Canadian time zones, and no student visa is needed to study from home. Workload ranges from 300 to 1,900 hours depending on the programme chosen. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible. An assigned technical tutor provides guidance throughout.
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 motorcycle behaviour on mixed surfaces.
Select tyres, rims and pressures according to the surface.
Set suspension with a compromise between asphalt and dirt.
Configure brakes, clutch and transmission for mixed use.
Manage tyre wear and temperature in racing.
Adapt trail bikes for travel over varied terrain.
Apply a data-driven testing methodology.
Who it's for
- Supermotard set-up technician looking to specialise in Mixed-Surface Set-Up and Tyre Management.
- Competition mechanic looking to specialise in Mixed-Surface Set-Up and Tyre Management.
- Tyre technical adviser looking to specialise in Mixed-Surface Set-Up and Tyre Management.
- Trail bike preparer looking to specialise in Mixed-Surface Set-Up and Tyre Management.
- Test engineer looking to specialise in Mixed-Surface Set-Up and Tyre Management.
- Supermotard instructor looking to specialise in Mixed-Surface Set-Up and Tyre Management.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter competition.
What you'll work with
- FIM Supermoto Technical Regulations
- UNECE Regulation No. 75
- ETRTO Standards Manual
- Regulation (EU) No 168/2013
- Regulation (EU) No 44/2014
- ISO 8855:2011
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Supermotard, mixed-surface rallies and asphalt-dirt trail1.2Coefficients of grip on asphalt, gravel and dirt1.3Surface transitions and changes in grip1.4Braking demands on dirt sections1.5Jumps and landings on asphalt1.6Geometry trade-offs for two surfaces1.7Loads on rims and spokes1.8FIM supermoto regulations1.9Analysis of reference mixed-surface circuits1.10Case study: demand profile of a supermoto circuit
2.1Supermoto slick and grooved tyres2.2Knobby tyres for hard dirt2.3Trail 50/50 and 70/30 tyres2.4Compounds and working temperature2.516.5 and 17-inch rims2.6Working pressures by surface2.7Tyre warmers and thermal management2.8Asymmetric wear and sidewall care2.9Tubeless versus inner tube on dirt sections2.10Practice: tyre selection for three scenarios
3.1Travel and stiffness in supermoto3.2Balance between asphalt grip and dirt absorption3.3Compression damping adjustment for landings3.4Rebound and stability under hard braking3.5Rear ride height and weight transfer under braking3.6Stiffer springs than in motocross3.7Internal cartridge modifications3.8Quick adjustment between heats3.9Common set-up errors3.10Workshop: setting up a motard starting from a motocross base
4.1Large-diameter discs and radial calipers4.2Slipper clutches for slides4.3Gear ratios and gearing4.4Engine braking and corner entry4.5Radial master cylinders and brake feel4.6Brake cooling on dirt4.7Chain and sprockets for mixed use4.8Throttle maps for traction on dirt4.9Electronics on mixed-use street motorcycles4.10Practice: gearing calculation for a specific track layout
5.1Warming up over the first laps5.2Loss of grip on dirt sections5.3Tyre contamination when returning to asphalt5.4Reading wear after a heat5.5Hot pressures and adjustments5.6Managing degradation over long heats5.7Compound choice by temperature5.8Influence of riding style5.9Tyre data logging5.10Laboratory: temperature measurement with a pyrometer
6.1Large-capacity trail bikes with luggage6.2Riding modes and electronics6.3Tyre pressures under load6.4Preload adjustment for load6.5Spoked wheels versus cast wheels6.6Protection and added weight6.7Range and fuel consumption6.8Tyres for mixed-surface journeys6.9Roadside maintenance6.10Case study: trail bike set-up for a trans-Pyrenean journey
7.1Timing by asphalt and dirt sectors7.2Data acquisition with GPS and IMU7.3Analysis of suspension travel7.4Comparison of configurations7.5Standardised set-up sheets7.6Cross-checking data against rider feedback7.7Repeatability of dirt tests7.8Influence of weather7.9Data-driven decision-making7.10Practice: comparative test of two supermoto tyres
8.1Definition of motorcycle, use and circuit8.2Tyre and rim selection8.3Suspension setting proposal8.4Brake and transmission configuration8.5Track testing plan8.6Analysis of data obtained8.7Final set-up sheet8.8Tyre management plan8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
Fully 100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and a dedicated technical tutor. No fixed timetable: 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 software used is AiM Race Studio, MoTeC i2 Pro, Excel, Shim ReStackor, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real tyre testing procedures at supermoto circuits, suspension setting for asphalt-dirt use, and preparation of trail bikes for mixed-surface journeys. Assessment is continuous across each module, plus the final integrating project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Analyse motorcycle behaviour on mixed surfaces.
Select tyres, rims and pressures according to the surface.
Set suspension with a compromise between asphalt and dirt.
Configure brakes, clutch and transmission for mixed use.
Manage tyre wear and temperature in racing.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. A university degree is not required.
- An internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient Spanish to follow the reading of technical regulations.
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 800 hours, spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with full-time work.
The programme uses AiM Race Studio, MoTeC i2 Pro, Excel and Shim ReStackor. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the open-source alternative where one exists.
SEIUM Institute's own diploma, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. This 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 higher-level programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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