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Course in Conservation of Original Odours and Aromas

Online 300 h course in conservation of original odours and aromas. 6 modules covering EN 13725 (determination of odour concentration by dynamic olfactometry), VDA 270 (odour behaviour of interior materials) and advanced Excel. Assigned tutor and enrolment open.

Duration300 h
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute certificate
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Recognise odour as part of the character and authenticity of the vehicle.

02

Identify the origin of problematic odours such as damp, mould or fuel.

03

Eliminate the cause of the odour rather than masking it.

04

Apply techniques that preserve the original odours of leather and textiles.

05

Select replacement materials with low emissions and compatible odour.

06

Control the environment to prevent the appearance of new odours.

07

Prepare the vehicle for display or delivery with an olfactory protocol.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Classic vehicle interior restorer who wishes to specialise in Conservation of Original Odours and Aromas.
  • Collection vehicle conservator who wishes to specialise in Conservation of Original Odours and Aromas.
  • Indoor air quality technician who wishes to specialise in Conservation of Original Odours and Aromas.
  • Classic vehicle upholsterer who wishes to specialise in Conservation of Original Odours and Aromas.
  • Competition preparation manager who wishes to specialise in Conservation of Original Odours and Aromas.
  • Preventive conservation technician who wishes to specialise in Conservation of Original Odours and Aromas.
  • Graduates in engineering or science who seek to enter classic vehicle restoration workshops.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • EN 13725 (determination of odour concentration by dynamic olfactometry)
  • VDA 270 (odour behaviour of interior materials)
  • ISO 12219-1 (vehicle interior air)
  • ISO 16000-6 (determination of VOCs in indoor air)
  • VDA 278 (emissions from non-metallic automotive materials)
  • EN 15757 (temperature and relative humidity conditions)
  • Turin Charter (FIVA, 2013)
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1Why the interior smells as it does
  2. 1.2Materials that emit odour
  3. 1.3Leather, glue, varnish and textiles
  4. 1.4Original odour versus deterioration odour
  5. 1.5Value perceived by the owner
  6. 1.6Limits of what can be preserved
  7. 1.7Health and volatile compounds
  8. 1.8Ventilation and workshop safety
  9. 1.9Realistic expectations
  10. 1.10Workshop: olfactory diagnosis of an interior
  1. 2.1Damp and mould
  2. 2.2Fuel and oil
  3. 2.3Exhaust and carbon monoxide
  4. 2.4Tobacco
  5. 2.5Animals and pests
  6. 2.6Previous cleaning products
  7. 2.7Degraded foams
  8. 2.8Soaked carpets and insulation
  9. 2.9Locating the source
  10. 2.10Practice: identifying the origin in a vehicle
  1. 3.1Complete drying of the cabin
  2. 3.2Locating and sealing leaks
  3. 3.3Removal of contaminated materials
  4. 3.4Deep cleaning by material
  5. 3.5Enzymatic treatments
  6. 3.6Ozone: effectiveness and risks
  7. 3.7Steam generators
  8. 3.8Neutralisers versus masking agents
  9. 3.9Verification after treatment
  10. 3.10Practice: complete removal protocol
  1. 4.1Gentle cleaning of leather and textiles
  2. 4.2Products that leave no odour of their own
  3. 4.3Nourishing leather and its aroma
  4. 4.4Woods and varnishes: avoid damaging them
  5. 4.5Avoiding air fresheners
  6. 4.6Periodic ventilation of the vehicle
  7. 4.7Relative humidity and its control
  8. 4.8Vehicle storage
  9. 4.9Recording the products used
  10. 4.10Practice: preservation plan for an interior
  1. 5.1Choosing materials with compatible odour
  2. 5.2Low-odour glues and adhesives
  3. 5.3Foams and their curing
  4. 5.4New textiles and their pre-treatment
  5. 5.5New leather and its integration
  6. 5.6Airing time before delivery
  7. 5.7Tests in a hidden area
  8. 5.8Documentation of materials
  9. 5.9Communication with the owner
  10. 5.10Practice: material selection for a replacement
  1. 6.1Closed vehicle on display
  2. 6.2Competitions and the impression of the interior
  3. 6.3Handover to the client and first hours
  4. 6.4Subsequent maintenance
  5. 6.5Common mistakes and odours created by the workshop
  6. 6.6Odour complaints
  7. 6.7Cost of a complete treatment
  8. 6.8Limits of the intervention
  9. 6.9Documented real cases
  10. 6.10Final project: treatment and preservation plan for an interior
Methodology, software & labs

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: 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 advanced Excel, OpenChrom (chromatographic analysis), HOBOware, Collective Access, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures: sensory odour evaluation panels, locating damp and microbial sources, and testing replacement materials in a chamber. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final integrating project.

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

Build it end to end

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

Closed vehicle on display

Recognise odour as part of the character and authenticity of the vehicle.

Competitions and the impression of the interior

Identify the origin of problematic odours such as damp, mould or fuel.

Handover to the client and first hours

Eliminate the cause of the odour rather than masking it.

Subsequent maintenance

Apply techniques that preserve the original odours of leather and textiles.

Common mistakes and odours created by the workshop

Select replacement materials with low emissions and compatible odour.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Classic vehicle interior restorerCollection vehicle conservatorIndoor air quality technicianClassic vehicle upholstererCompetition preparation managerPreventive conservation technician
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • No prior degree is required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient Spanish to follow technical regulatory reading.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme consists of 300 hours in total spread over 3 to 5 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours per week on average, compatible with full-time work.

You will work with advanced Excel, OpenChrom (chromatographic analysis), HOBOware, Collective Access. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

SEIUM's own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating 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 programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.

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