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Diploma in Certification of EW Systems to MIL-STD

Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in certification of EW systems to MIL-STD. 8 modules covering the electronic warfare framework, E3 electromagnetic effects, EMC testing to MIL-STD-461G, environmental testing, software and safety, RF performance testing and the certification process, with an assigned technical tutor.

Duration6–8 months
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Understand the architecture and doctrinal framework of EW systems.

02

Apply the E3 requirements of MIL-STD-464D.

03

Perform EMC tests in accordance with MIL-STD-461G.

04

Plan environmental tests according to MIL-STD-810H.

05

Verify software in accordance with DO-178C.

06

Assess the RF performance of receivers.

07

Manage a complete certification process.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Certification engineers.
  • Electromagnetic compatibility engineers.
  • Environmental test engineers.
  • Electronic warfare systems engineers.
  • Safety-critical software engineers.
  • Airworthiness inspectors.
  • Engineering or science graduates looking to enter the defence sector.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • MIL-STD-461G (control of electromagnetic interference characteristics)
  • MIL-STD-464D (electromagnetic environmental effects requirements for systems)
  • MIL-STD-810H (environmental engineering and laboratory tests)
  • RTCA DO-178C (software considerations in airborne systems)
  • MIL-STD-882E (system safety)
  • AJP-3.6 (NATO doctrine for electronic warfare)
  • EMAR 21 (European military certification of aircraft and related products)
  • RTCA DO-160G (environmental conditions and test procedures for airborne equipment)
  • Keysight PathWave
  • CST Studio Suite
  • ANSYS HFSS
  • ETS-Lindgren TILE!
  • MATLAB
Syllabus

8 modules

  1. 1.1The electromagnetic spectrum in operations
  2. 1.2Electronic support, attack and protection measures
  3. 1.3Self-protection systems
  4. 1.4Architecture of an EW system
  5. 1.5Interaction with other on-board systems
  6. 1.6Spectrum management
  7. 1.7NATO doctrine AJP-3.6
  8. 1.8Life cycle of an EW system
  9. 1.9Certification requirements
  10. 1.10Case study: certification requirements for an ESM receiver
  1. 2.1MIL-STD-464D requirements
  2. 2.2Safety margins
  3. 2.3External electromagnetic environment
  4. 2.4Hazards to personnel (HERP)
  5. 2.5Hazards to fuel (HERF)
  6. 2.6Hazards to ordnance (HERO)
  7. 2.7Lightning protection
  8. 2.8Electromagnetic pulse: requirements
  9. 2.9Electrostatic discharge
  10. 2.10Workshop: E3 requirements matrix for a platform
  1. 3.1Conducted emissions CE101 and CE102
  2. 3.2Conducted susceptibility
  3. 3.3Radiated emissions RE102
  4. 3.4Radiated susceptibility RS103
  5. 3.5Test facilities
  6. 3.6Measurement antennas
  7. 3.7LISN networks
  8. 3.8Measurement uncertainty
  9. 3.9Test report
  10. 3.10Laboratory: RE102 test in a shielded chamber
  1. 4.1Structure of MIL-STD-810H
  2. 4.2High and low temperature
  3. 4.3Altitude
  4. 4.4Vibration
  5. 4.5Humidity
  6. 4.6Salt fog
  7. 4.7Sand and dust
  8. 4.8Shock
  9. 4.9Tailoring tests to the life cycle
  10. 4.10Practical exercise: environmental test plan for a pod
  1. 5.1Development according to DO-178C
  2. 5.2System safety according to MIL-STD-882E
  3. 5.3System cybersecurity
  4. 5.4Software verification
  5. 5.5Configuration management
  6. 5.6Tool qualification
  7. 5.7Threat libraries and mission data
  8. 5.8Software documentation
  9. 5.9Change management
  10. 5.10Case study: software verification plan
  1. 6.1Sensitivity measurement
  2. 6.2Dynamic range
  3. 6.3Frequency and direction-finding accuracy
  4. 6.4RF environment simulators
  5. 6.5Anechoic chambers
  6. 6.6Integrated test facilities
  7. 6.7Flight testing
  8. 6.8Test data management
  9. 6.9Analysis of results
  10. 6.10Workshop: performance test plan for a receiver
  1. 7.1Military certification authorities
  2. 7.2Military airworthiness
  3. 7.3EMAR 21 requirements
  4. 7.4Type certification and modifications
  5. 7.5Certification plan
  6. 7.6Compliance matrix
  7. 7.7Evidence of conformity
  8. 7.8Audits
  9. 7.9Final acceptance
  10. 7.10Practical exercise: compliance matrix for an EW system
  1. 8.1System description
  2. 8.2Certification basis
  3. 8.3E3 and EMC requirements
  4. 8.4Environmental test plan
  5. 8.5Software verification plan
  6. 8.6Performance test plan
  7. 8.7Compliance matrix
  8. 8.8Conclusions
  9. 8.9Report and presentation
  10. 8.10Final project: final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

A 100% online programme 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 it can be combined with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Keysight PathWave, CST Studio Suite, ANSYS HFSS, ETS-Lindgren TILE! and MATLAB, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures: EMC tests in shielded chambers, environmental qualification tests and RF performance tests in anechoic chambers. Assessment is continuous for each module, plus the final project.

Standards covered: MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464D, MIL-STD-810H, RTCA DO-178C, MIL-STD-882E, AJP-3.6, EMAR 21 and RTCA DO-160G.

Assigned technical tutor:every module ends with a deliverable that your tutor marks individually.
Standards-based learning:guided reading of MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464D and MIL-STD-810H applied to real cases, not as a theoretical annex.
Industry software:Keysight PathWave, CST Studio Suite, ANSYS HFSS, ETS-Lindgren TILE! and MATLAB, in free, academic or evaluation versions.
Final project:A complete certification project for an EW system, from certification basis and test plans to the compliance matrix, reviewed by your tutor.
Flexible format:100% online, no fixed timetables, compatible with full-time work.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

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

System and certification basis
Describe the EW system and establish its certification basis.
E3 and EMC requirements
Define the E3 and EMC requirements of the system.
Test and verification plans
Draw up the environmental, software verification and performance test plans.
Compliance matrix
Build the compliance matrix with the evidence of conformity.
Final project
Conclusions, report and presentation, reviewed with your tutor.
Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Certification engineerElectromagnetic compatibility engineerEnvironmental test engineerElectronic warfare systems engineerSafety-critical software engineerAirworthiness inspector
Admissions & scholarships

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 software.
  • English sufficient to read technical standards.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme totals 800 hours over 6–8 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.

You work with Keysight PathWave, CST Studio Suite, ANSYS HFSS, ETS-Lindgren TILE! and MATLAB, 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 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.

Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector (no university degree required), a computer able to run the 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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