Diploma in Environmental Risks, Seasickness and Fatigue Offshore
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in environmental risks, seasickness and fatigue offshore. 8 modules covering fundamentals, the regulatory framework (MDR, ISO 13485, IEC 62304), analysis methods, design, systems integration, risk, validation and an integrative case study, with an assigned technical tutor.
Diploma in Environmental Risks, Seasickness and Fatigue Offshore — 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: €1,490 (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
Master the technical fundamentals of environmental risks, seasickness and fatigue offshore and their regulatory vocabulary.
Apply Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR), ISO 13485 and IEC 62304 (medical device software) to real design and validation decisions.
Build and correlate calculation models with OpenSim and AnyBody Modeling System.
Plan and run test campaigns in a motion analysis laboratory and on an implant test bench.
Analyse operating data and turn it into engineering decisions.
Prepare the technical and compliance dossier required by the client or the regulator.
Lead a environmental risks, seasickness and fatigue offshore project technically from start to finish.
Who it's for
- Biomedical engineers working on the health of offshore personnel.
- Biomechanics specialists studying the effects of motion and vibration on workers.
- Healthcare regulatory affairs managers in charge of occupational health compliance.
- Medical software engineers developing fatigue and wellbeing monitoring tools.
- Clinical trials technicians running studies on seasickness and fatigue.
- Orthosis and prosthesis designers developing protective and support equipment.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to enter the medical device sector.
What you'll work with
- Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR) (EU medical device regulation)
- ISO 13485 (quality management for medical devices)
- IEC 62304 (medical device software life cycle)
- ISO 14971 (risk management for medical devices)
- IEC 60601 (safety of medical electrical equipment)
- ISO 10993 (biological evaluation and biocompatibility)
- ISO 14155 (clinical investigation of medical devices)
- Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR, personal data protection)
- UNE-EN ISO 22442 (medical devices utilising animal tissues)
- OpenSim
- AnyBody Modeling System
- Mimics
- 3-matic
- ANSYS Mechanical
8 modules
1.1Fundamental concepts and quantities of Environmental Risks, Seasickness and Fatigue Offshore1.2Technological landscape and state of the art1.3Technical terminology and reference documentation1.4Physical and engineering principles applied to the case1.5Functional architecture: from requirements to components1.6Interfaces and dependencies with adjacent systems1.7Typical use cases in the sector1.8Common errors and how to detect them early1.9Data sources and quality criteria1.10Guided exercise: initial diagnosis
2.1Applicable regulatory framework: overview2.2Regulatory hierarchy and conflicts between standards2.3Mandatory requirements versus good practice2.4Acceptance criteria and required evidence2.5Technical documentation and traceability2.6Change management and configuration control2.7Audits, inspections and non-conformities2.8Responsibilities and division of scope2.9Interpretation of critical clauses2.10Exercise: regulatory checklist
3.1Setting up the model: hypotheses and simplifications3.2Selection of tools and working environment3.3Preparation of input data3.4Workflow and good modelling practice3.5Discretisation and case preparation3.6Boundary conditions and load cases3.7Convergence control and numerical verification3.8Sensitivity analysis and parametric study3.9Automation and reuse of models3.10Exercise: building a base model
4.1Design requirements and starting criteria4.2Solution alternatives and comparative analysis4.3Sizing and safety margins4.4Selection of materials, equipment or components4.5Integration with the rest of the system4.6Cost, schedule and manufacturing constraints4.7Reliability, maintainability and service life4.8Sustainability and efficiency in design4.9Design review and risk management4.10Exercise: documented design proposal
5.1System architecture and functional breakdown5.2Interface definition and control5.3Protocols and data exchange5.4Progressive integration and interface testing5.5Electromagnetic and environmental compatibility5.6Configuration management of the whole system5.7Resolving conflicts between subsystems5.8Tuning of the integrated system5.9Traceability from requirements to verification5.10Exercise: interface matrix
6.1Hazard identification and preliminary analysis6.2Failure modes and effects analysis6.3Fault trees and quantitative analysis6.4Allocation of reliability targets6.5Barriers, redundancy and fault tolerance6.6Human factors and operating errors6.7Safety evidence and argumentation6.8Risk management throughout the life cycle6.9Indicators and monitoring in operation6.10Exercise: risk analysis of a case
7.1Verification and validation strategy7.2Test plan: scope and coverage7.3Instrumentation and data acquisition7.4Laboratory testing versus field testing7.5Correlation between model and measurement7.6Handling uncertainty and tolerances7.7Failure analysis and corrective actions7.8Commissioning and acceptance criteria7.9Documenting the validation file7.10Exercise: validation report
8.1Definition of the case and success criteria8.2Collection of input data and requirements8.3Work planning and deliverables8.4Technical development guided by the tutor8.5Application of the regulatory framework to the case8.6Verification of results and critical analysis8.7Documentation of the deliverable8.8Technical defence and peer review8.9Lessons learned and continuous improvement8.10Final project: final assessment and programme close-out
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 each intake, so you can combine the programme with your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is OpenSim, AnyBody Modeling System, Mimics, 3-matic and ANSYS Mechanical, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied on real procedures from a motion analysis laboratory, an implant test bench and a biocompatibility chamber. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final integrative project.
Standards covered: Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR), ISO 13485, IEC 62304, ISO 14971, IEC 60601, ISO 10993, ISO 14155, Regulation (EU) 2016/679, UNE-EN ISO 22442.
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
- Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. No university degree is required.
- An internet connection and a computer able to run 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 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 OpenSim, AnyBody Modeling System, Mimics, 3-matic and ANSYS Mechanical, 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 is required), plus 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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