Course in Long-Term Storage of Vintage Heavy Vehicles
Online 300-hour course in long-term storage of vintage heavy vehicles. 6 modules covering UNECE Regulation No. 13 (heavy vehicle braking), UNECE Regulation No. 54 (commercial vehicle tyres) and advanced Excel. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
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What you will be able to do
Plan the long-term storage of a historic heavy vehicle.
Prepare the engine, transmission and pneumatic brakes before immobilisation.
Protect tyres, leaf springs and chassis using appropriate supports.
Preserve batteries and electrical systems during storage.
Establish a monitoring plan with humidity and corrosion records.
Verify the braking system before returning to the road.
Document the return to service for the technical inspection.
Who it's for
- Conservation technician for historic heavy vehicles who wants to specialise in long-term storage of vintage heavy vehicles.
- Historic fleet manager who wants to specialise in long-term storage of vintage heavy vehicles.
- Industrial vehicle mechanic who wants to specialise in long-term storage of vintage heavy vehicles.
- Automotive collections conservator who wants to specialise in long-term storage of vintage heavy vehicles.
- Preventive maintenance technician who wants to specialise in long-term storage of vintage heavy vehicles.
- Transport museum manager who wants to specialise in long-term storage of vintage heavy vehicles.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter transport museums.
What you'll work with
- UNECE Regulation No. 13 (heavy vehicle braking)
- UNECE Regulation No. 54 (commercial vehicle tyres)
- ISO 9223 (atmospheric corrosivity)
- EN 50342-2 (starter batteries for heavy vehicles)
- Directive 2014/45/EU (periodic technical inspection)
- Royal Decree 920/2017 (vehicle technical inspection)
- Royal Decree 892/2013 (Regulation on Historic Vehicles)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Differences compared with a car1.2Weight, tyres and supports1.3Fluids and high-volume circuits1.4Air systems and their draining1.5Expected storage duration1.6Objective: return to service or conservation only1.7Cost of long-term storage1.8Documenting the condition on storage1.9Storage regulations1.10Workshop: storage plan for a heavy vehicle
2.1Complete washing and drying2.2Draining or preserving fluids2.3Internal engine protection2.4Preserving cylinders with oil2.5Cooling circuit and antifreeze2.6Fuel tanks: full or empty2.7Air circuit and tank purging2.8Brakes: releasing and protecting2.9Transmission and axles2.10Practice: mechanical preparation protocol
3.1Load on tyres and flat spots3.2Chocks, trestles and supports3.3Pressure during storage3.4Air suspension at rest3.5Leaf springs and their preservation3.6Protecting the structure3.7Cab and its sealing3.8Covers and sheeting: advantages and risks3.9Drainage and water accumulation3.10Practice: physical preparation of a vehicle
4.1Disconnecting and removing batteries4.2Battery maintainers4.3Protecting connectors and harnesses4.4Electronic modules and their preservation4.5Instruments and clocks4.6Protection against rodents4.7Humidity in electrical panels4.8Recording the disconnections carried out4.9Fire risk at rest4.10Practice: documented electrical preparation
5.1Periodic inspections and their frequency5.2Points to check at each inspection5.3Periodic movement of the vehicle5.4Starting: benefits and risks5.5Humidity and pest control5.6Incident log5.7Renewing protections5.8Responsible personnel5.9Indicators of deterioration5.10Practice: monitoring schedule
6.1Pre-start checklist6.2Brake and air system review6.3Fluids and filters before starting6.4Controlled first start-up6.5Running-in and progressive checks6.6Technical inspection after the storage period6.7Documenting the process6.8Common errors and typical faults6.9Documented real cases6.10Final project: storage and reactivation file
How you'll learn
Fully 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 the course with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is advanced Excel, Fleetio, Testo Saveris (humidity logging), Airtable, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Trials are studied using real procedures for humidity and temperature control in the building, periodic inspection of tyres and supports, and commissioning of pneumatic braking systems. Assessment is continuous per module plus the final integrative project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Plan the long-term storage of a historic heavy vehicle.
Prepare the engine, transmission and pneumatic brakes before immobilisation.
Protect tyres, leaf springs and chassis using appropriate supports.
Preserve batteries and electrical systems during storage.
Establish a monitoring plan with humidity and corrosion records.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme’s software.
- Sufficient proficiency in Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.
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 comprises 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
You work with advanced Excel, Fleetio, Testo Saveris (humidity logging) and Airtable. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. It is in-house training, not an official Ministry qualification.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are credited towards the higher programme. Check the credit recognition policy when enrolling.
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