Course on turbochargers applied to motorcycles
Online course of 300 hours in turbochargers applied to motorcycles. 6 modules covering forced induction principles, compressor maps, chassis integration, engine preparation for boost and electronic boost control, with SAE J1826, SAE J922 and GT-SUITE (GT-Power), with an assigned technical tutor.
Course on turbochargers applied to motorcycles — studying from Ireland
Ireland's two-wheeler sector is mainly represented by retail, servicing, touring and motorsport activity rather than large-scale manufacturing. Motorcycle dealerships, specialist workshops and events such as the North West 200 and the Irish road racing scene sustain a strong engineering and technical community. Engineers and technicians in this area work on vehicle dynamics, electrical systems, testing and performance tuning. Road vehicle type-approval and safety requirements are overseen by national transport and road safety authorities.
Fees for Ireland: €546 (Euro), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Ireland
Typical roles
Questions from Ireland
Is there a recognised professional body in Ireland for this area that this qualification is linked to?
Motorcycle engineering in Ireland has no single regulated professional title. Engineers commonly join Engineers Ireland, and motorsport or automotive professionals may participate in relevant industry associations. SEIUM's qualifications are private and not accredited by any national body, so they do not grant membership or licences. Check the requirements of any body you intend to join.
Would Irish employers in motorcycle and 2-wheeler sectors recognise this training?
Employers in Ireland, including dealerships, component suppliers and specialist workshops, decide for themselves how to value private online qualifications. Practical experience and demonstrable project work are often weighted heavily. The final project may help show your capability, but there is no guarantee of recognition or employment outcome.
How flexible is the programme for someone already working or running a business?
The programme is 100% online and taught in English, so it can be fitted around work from anywhere in Ireland. Specialist courses take 300 hours, postgraduate diplomas 800 hours and master's programmes 1,900 hours. Fees can be paid in instalments, employer sponsorship is possible, and you receive an assigned technical tutor for guidance.
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
Explain the physical principles of forced induction in motorcycle engines.
Interpret compressor maps and select the right turbo.
Design the integration of manifolds, intercooler and turbo in the chassis.
Identify the mechanical reinforcements a forced-induction engine requires.
Calibrate boost pressure control strategies.
Prevent knock through thermal and ignition control.
Assess the legal feasibility of a turbo conversion.
Who it's for
- Forced-induction engineers.
- Engine tuners looking to add turbocharging to their skill set.
- Calibration engineers.
- Test bench technicians.
- High-performance motorcycle mechanics.
- Powertrain R&D technicians.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter racing and motorsport.
What you'll work with
- SAE J1826 (turbocharger gas stand test code)
- SAE J922 (turbocharger nomenclature and terminology)
- Regulation (EU) No 168/2013 (approval of two- and three-wheel vehicles)
- Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014 (environmental and propulsion performance requirements)
- ISO 1585 (engine net power test code)
- SAE J1349 (engine power test code)
- Royal Decree 866/2010 (Spanish procedure for vehicle modifications)
- GT-SUITE (GT-Power)
- Ricardo WAVE
- ANSYS CFX
- MATLAB/Simulink
- MoTeC i2
6 modules
1.1Forced filling and charge density1.2Pressure ratio and mass flow1.3Turbocharger versus supercharger1.4Honda CX500 Turbo and Kawasaki GPz750 Turbo1.5Centrifugal supercharger of the Kawasaki Ninja H21.6Specific power and downsizing1.7Space and weight constraints on motorcycles1.8Throttle response and torque delivery1.9Effect on fuel consumption and emissions1.10Workshop: estimating the gain from boost pressure
2.1Turbine, compressor and centre shaft2.2Compressor map and surge line2.3Choke zone and isentropic efficiency2.4A/R ratio of the turbine housing2.5Variable-geometry turbines2.6Plain bearings versus ball bearings2.7Shaft lubrication and cooling2.8Turbo lag and rotor inertia2.9Sizing according to displacement2.10Practical: matching a compressor on its map
3.1Compact exhaust manifolds3.2Turbo location and heat management3.3Air-to-air versus air-to-water intercooler3.4Pressure losses in intake ducts3.5Internal and external wastegate3.6Blow-off valve3.7Heat shields and rider protection3.8Oil feed and gravity return3.9Packaging in naked and sports motorcycles3.10Case study: turbo layout on a parallel twin
4.1Lowering the compression ratio4.2Forged pistons and reinforced rings4.3Multi-layer steel head gaskets4.4Nickel-alloy exhaust valves4.5Strengthening connecting rods and bearings4.6Clutch and transmission under higher torque4.7Intake temperature and knock4.8High-octane fuels4.9Durability of the forced-induction engine4.10Case study: analysis of a knock failure
5.1MAP sensor and pressure control loop5.2Wastegate control solenoid valve5.3Injection maps for high load5.4Ignition retard as protection5.5Traction control with high torque5.6Anti-lag strategies in racing5.7Exhaust gas temperature monitoring5.8Data logging during testing5.9Major vehicle modifications and type approval5.10Lab: boost pressure calibration
6.1Choosing the base engine6.2Calculating target flow and pressure6.3Selecting the turbo on the map6.4Design of manifolds and intercooler6.5Mechanical reinforcement plan6.6Electronic calibration strategy6.7Bench validation and reliability6.8Legal feasibility of the conversion6.9Report 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. No fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, so you can combine it with your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is GT-SUITE (GT-Power), Ricardo WAVE, ANSYS CFX, MATLAB/Simulink and MoTeC i2, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied on real procedures: turbocharger selection on compressor maps, boost pressure calibration on the bench, and thermal analysis of manifolds and intercoolers. Assessment is continuous by module plus the final project.
Standards covered: SAE J1826, SAE J922, Regulation (EU) No 168/2013, Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014, ISO 1585, SAE J1349, Royal Decree 866/2010.
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 GT-SUITE (GT-Power), Ricardo WAVE, ANSYS CFX, MATLAB/Simulink and MoTeC i2, 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 that can run 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.
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