Postgraduate Diploma in Prosthetics Materials, Testing and Comfort
800-hour online Postgraduate Diploma in prosthetics materials, testing and comfort. 8 modules covering ISO 10328 (structural testing of lower-limb prostheses), ISO 22675 (testing of ankle-foot devices) and ANSYS Mechanical. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Postgraduate Diploma in Prosthetics Materials, Testing and Comfort — studying from India
India's medical device and healthcare technology sector is growing, with manufacturing and design clusters in Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad and the National Capital Region. Regulation of medical devices is handled by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation under the Central Drugs Standards Control Organisation framework, and the Bureau of Indian Standards issues relevant norms. Hospitals, device makers and rehabilitation technology firms create demand for biomechanics and wearables expertise. Operational safety and occupational health are overseen through the Directorate General Factory Advice Service and Labour Institutes, making this area relevant to industrial and healthcare engineers alike.
Fees for India: ₹137,000 (Indian Rupee), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in India
Typical roles
Questions from India
Will this programme be recognised by professional bodies in India for health and biomechanics work?
SEIUM's qualifications are private qualifications, not official state degrees, and they are not accredited by any national body in India. Recognition is decided by employers and by the relevant body in each case. Medical devices fall under CDSCO, and professional engineering recognition in India is handled by bodies such as the Institution of Engineers (India). Please check with them directly before relying on the qualification.
Which employers in India use skills in biomechanics, wearables and operational safety?
Typical employers include medical device companies, hospitals with engineering departments, sports science organisations, and firms making wearable or industrial safety products. Hiring depends on the employer's own criteria and on your existing experience. The qualification may help you show specialist knowledge, but whether a particular employer values it is for that employer to decide.
Can I study this alongside a full-time job in India, and does it need English?
The programme is 100% online and taught in English, so you need a working level of English. Time zone is not a barrier because the course is asynchronous, and you can study from anywhere in India without a student visa. Workload depends on the programme length, and each student is assigned a technical tutor for support. Many people fund it through employer sponsorship or pay in instalments.
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
Analyse the biomechanics of the residual limb and its interaction with the prosthetic socket.
Select socket, liner and component materials according to their properties and biocompatibility.
Plan structural prosthesis tests in accordance with ISO 10328 and ISO 22675.
Measure pressure, temperature and shear at the socket–residual limb interface.
Design sockets using 3D scanning, CAD and digital manufacturing.
Assess user comfort and satisfaction with validated clinical instruments.
Prepare the technical documentation of a prosthesis in accordance with the MDR.
Who it's for
- Orthotic-prosthetic technician who wants to specialise in Prosthetics Materials, Testing and Comfort.
- Prosthesis design engineer who wants to specialise in Prosthetics Materials, Testing and Comfort.
- Biomedical materials engineer who wants to specialise in Prosthetics Materials, Testing and Comfort.
- Medical device testing specialist who wants to specialise in Prosthetics Materials, Testing and Comfort.
- Quality and regulatory manager in orthoprosthetics who wants to specialise in Prosthetics Materials, Testing and Comfort.
- Clinical biomechanics researcher who wants to specialise in Prosthetics Materials, Testing and Comfort.
- Graduates in engineering or science seeking to enter orthopaedic technology.
What you'll work with
- ISO 10328 (structural testing of lower-limb prostheses)
- ISO 22675 (testing of ankle-foot devices)
- Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR)
- ISO 10993-1 (biological evaluation of medical devices)
- ISO 13485 (quality management of medical devices)
- ISO 14971 (risk management of medical devices)
- ISO 8549-1 (vocabulary for prosthetics and orthotics)
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Lower- and upper-limb amputation levels1.2Anatomy and physiology of the residual limb1.3Tissue tolerance to pressure and shear1.4Biomechanics of the socket–residual limb interface1.5Components of a modular prosthesis1.6Prosthetic gait and typical deviations1.7Residual limb volume and its fluctuations1.8Ulcers, dermatitis and skin lesions1.9Functional K mobility classification1.10Case study: gait analysis of a transtibial amputee
2.1Acrylic resins and carbon fibre laminates2.2Thermoplastics: polypropylene and copolyester2.3Silicone, polyurethane gel and TPE liners2.4Suspension systems: vacuum, pin and suction2.5Viscoelastic properties of liners2.6Foams and cushioning materials2.7Additive manufacturing of sockets: PA12 and TPU2.8Biocompatibility according to ISO 109932.9Degradation, ageing and cleaning2.10Laboratory: comparison of liner stiffness under compression
3.1Prosthetic feet: SACH, dynamic response and microprocessor-controlled3.2Mechanical, hydraulic and microprocessor knees3.3Pyramid adaptors and alignment3.4Materials: titanium, aluminium and composites3.5Foot stiffness and energy return3.6Upper-limb and myoelectric components3.7Osseointegrated prostheses3.8Weight and mass distribution3.9Selection according to activity level3.10Practice: justified component selection for a K3 user
4.1ISO 10328 standard for lower limbs4.2Static proof and ultimate strength tests4.3Cyclic fatigue tests at 3 million cycles4.4Load levels P3, P4 and P54.5Foot testing according to ISO 226754.6Torsion and knee tests4.7ISO 22523 requirements for external prostheses4.8Testing machines and fixtures4.9Failure analysis and test report4.10Laboratory: interpreting an ISO 10328 report
5.1SCS socket comfort scale5.2PEQ and TAPES questionnaires5.3Interface pressure sensors5.4Shear and slippage measurement5.5Temperature and humidity inside the liner5.6Pistoning and its quantification5.73D scanning of the residual limb and shape analysis5.8Finite element models of the interface5.9Correlation between pressure and perceived comfort5.10Practice: pressure mapping of a transfemoral socket
6.1Plaster casting and scanning6.2Manual rectification and CAD/CAM6.3Ischial containment and sub-ischial sockets6.4Trial sockets and dynamic adjustments6.5Bench alignment, static and dynamic6.6Adjustable and variable-volume sockets6.73D printing of definitive sockets6.8Dimensional and quality control6.9Traceability and custom manufacturing under the MDR6.10Workshop: CAD rectification of a transtibial socket
7.1Functional assessment: AMP and 2MWT7.2Instrumented gait analysis7.3Energy expenditure and efficiency7.4Quality of life and participation7.5Daily-use monitoring with sensors7.6Skin problems and their prevention7.7Adjustments for volume changes7.8User education and self-care7.9Post-market surveillance7.10Case study: resolving distal discomfort in a socket
8.1Definition of the user profile8.2Selection of materials and components8.3CAD design of the socket8.4Interface pressure simulation8.5Structural testing plan8.6Comfort assessment protocol8.7Analysis of results and improvements8.8Technical and conformity documentation8.9Report and presentation8.10Final 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: students progress at their own pace within the intake, making it possible to combine study with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is ANSYS Mechanical, SolidWorks, Rodin4D, Tekscan F-Socket, MATLAB, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real structural testing machine procedures according to ISO 10328, interface pressure mapping of the socket–residual limb, and gait tests with amputee users. 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.
Analyse the biomechanics of the residual limb and its interaction with the prosthetic socket.
Select socket, liner and component materials according to their properties and biocompatibility.
Plan structural prosthesis tests in accordance with ISO 10328 and ISO 22675.
Measure pressure, temperature and shear at the socket–residual limb interface.
Design sockets using 3D scanning, CAD and digital manufacturing.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. No university degree is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme software.
- Sufficient English to follow technical standards documentation.
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 spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with full-time work.
You will work with ANSYS Mechanical, SolidWorks, Rodin4D, Tekscan F-Socket, MATLAB. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An SEIUM diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. This is in-house training, not an official Ministry qualification.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the advanced programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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