Course in Home Automation Integration in Superyachts
Online course of 300 hours in home automation integration for superyachts. 6 modules covering onboard system architecture, control platforms and protocols, user experience and entertainment, connectivity and cybersecurity, and installation, testing and support, with an assigned technical tutor.
Course in Home Automation Integration in Superyachts — studying from Ireland
Ireland's maritime sector spans shipping services, offshore energy, marine research and sports boating, with ports such as Dublin, Cork and Shannon Foynes supporting trade and logistics. The offshore wind and marine renewables sector is growing, creating demand for engineers in structures, marine systems and subsea technology. Marine research institutions such as the Marine Institute contribute to ocean science and offshore technology. Oversight is provided by the Irish Maritime Administration within the Department of Transport and by classification and safety bodies.
Fees for Ireland: €448 (Euro), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Ireland
Typical roles
Questions from Ireland
Which bodies in Ireland regulate or recognise marine and offshore engineering professionals?
In Ireland, marine matters fall under the Irish Maritime Development Office and the Irish Maritime Administration, while the Marine Survey Office handles vessel safety. Professional engineering membership is usually sought through Engineers Ireland. SEIUM's qualifications are private and not accredited by these bodies, so they do not grant certificates of competency or professional status.
How do employers in Ireland's marine and offshore sectors view private online qualifications?
Employers in Ireland's offshore energy, shipping and nautical industries generally prioritise certified competencies and sea-going or project experience. A private online qualification may complement your background but is judged at each employer's discretion. There is no guarantee it will be accepted for any particular role.
Can I study this online from Ireland and do I need a visa or to relocate?
You can study from home in Ireland, as the programme is fully online and taught in English, so no student visa is needed to study from home. Programme lengths are 300, 800 or 1,900 hours depending on the course. Fees can be paid in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible. Each student is assigned a technical tutor.
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
Design the integrated systems architecture of a superyacht.
Understand the main control platforms and protocols.
Create user experiences and onboard entertainment.
Plan the connectivity and cybersecurity of the yacht network.
Coordinate installation and acceptance testing.
Organise technology support and maintenance.
Develop a complete home automation project for a superyacht.
Who it's for
- Marine AV/IT systems integrators.
- Yacht ETO engineers.
- Control systems programmers.
- Maritime cybersecurity specialists.
- Onboard network technicians.
- Refit technology project managers.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter superyacht building.
What you'll work with
- IACS UR E26 (cyber resilience of ships)
- IACS UR E27 (cyber resilience of onboard systems and equipment)
- IEC 60533 (electromagnetic compatibility on ships)
- ISO/IEC 14543-3 (KNX) (home and building electronic systems)
- IEC 62386 (DALI) (digital addressable lighting interface)
- IEC 61162-450 (maritime navigation data over Ethernet)
- IEC 60092-376 (shipboard cables for control and instrumentation)
- REG Yacht Code (Red Ensign Group yacht code)
- Crestron Toolbox
- KNX ETS
- Ubiquiti UniFi
- D-Tools
6 modules · 300 h
1.1The yacht's backbone data network1.2AV/IT, lighting and HVAC systems1.3Integration with navigation systems1.4Switchboards and power supply1.5Structured cabling and fibre1.6Technical racks and ventilation1.7Electromagnetic compatibility of equipment1.8Systems documentation1.9Roles of the integrator and the shipyard1.10Case study: network of a 70-metre superyacht
2.1Crestron, Control4 and Savant2.2KNX protocol on yachts2.3DALI for lighting2.4Modbus and BACnet for HVAC2.5IP and network control2.6NMEA 2000 integration2.7Gateways and interfaces2.8Logic programming2.9Licences and updates2.10Lab: programming a scene in Crestron
3.1Touch panels and mobile apps3.2Voice control3.3Multi-room audio systems3.4Cinema and screening rooms3.5Satellite TV and IPTV3.6Guest Wi-Fi3.7Custom scenes per cabin3.8Motorised blinds, awnings and elements3.9Interface accessibility3.10Practical exercise: interface design for the owner
4.1VSAT, Starlink and coastal 5G4.2Link load balancing4.3Segmentation of guest and crew networks4.4Firewalls and VPN4.5IACS UR E26 and E27 requirements4.6Password and device management4.7Owner privacy4.8Remote network monitoring4.9Incident response4.10Workshop: network segmentation plan
5.1Planning cable routes5.2Coordination with joinery and interiors5.3Factory acceptance tests5.4Harbour and sea acceptance tests on board5.5Training the technical crew5.6Remote support from the integrator5.7Preventive maintenance of AV/IT systems5.8Obsolescence management5.9Technology refit of legacy systems5.10Case study: AV/IT upgrade during a refit
6.1Definition of the owner's requirements6.2Systems inventory6.3Network and control architecture6.4Platform selection6.5Interface design6.6Cybersecurity plan6.7Test plan6.8Budget and maintenance6.9Report and presentation6.10Final project: final review with the tutor
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: you progress at your own pace within the intake, making it compatible with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Crestron Toolbox, KNX ETS, Ubiquiti UniFi and D-Tools, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Exercises are based on real procedures: programming integrated lighting and HVAC scenes, designing the segmented network of a superyacht and acceptance testing of AV/IT systems. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final capstone project.
Standards covered: IACS UR E26, IACS UR E27, IEC 60533, ISO/IEC 14543-3 (KNX), IEC 62386 (DALI), IEC 61162-450, IEC 60092-376, REG Yacht Code.
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
- No prior qualification is required.
- 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 300 hours over 3 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with Crestron Toolbox, KNX ETS, Ubiquiti UniFi and D-Tools, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute certificate, 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.
No prior qualification is required: you need an internet connection, a computer capable of running the programme 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.
Related programmes
Course in Fuel Consumption Prediction Using AI
Online 300-hour course in fuel consumption prediction using AI. 6 modules covering ISO 19030, ISO 15016 and Python with scikit-learn. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Marine Batteries and ESS (Energy Storage Systems) Course
Online 300-hour course in marine batteries and ESS (Energy Storage Systems). 6 modules covering IEC 62619 Safety requirements for lithium batteries for industrial use, IEC 62620…
PTO/PTI Systems in Marine Propulsion Course
300-hour online course on PTO/PTI systems in marine propulsion. 6 modules covering IEC 60092-501 Electrical installations in ships: electric propulsion, IEC 60034-1 Rotating electrical machines: rated…
More in Naval, Offshore & Sports Nautical
All Naval, Offshore & Sports Nautical programmes → · How to apply · Fees & financing · Scholarships