Climate Control in Classic Vehicle Storage Course
Online 300-hour course in climate control in classic vehicle storage. 6 modules covering EN 15757 (temperature and relative humidity for hygroscopic organic materials), EN 16893 (buildings for the storage and use of collections) and HOBOware. Personal tutor assigned and enrolment open.
Climate Control in Classic Vehicle Storage Course — studying from Malta
Malta's rich heritage, including historic buildings, vintage vehicles and maritime craft, creates a niche for restoration and conservation work. Owners of classic cars, motorcycles and boats seek specialist workshops with knowledge of period engineering and materials. Restoration of historic architecture also requires engineers and technicians familiar with traditional construction methods and conservation rules. Opportunities tend to be found with specialist workshops, heritage organisations and private restorers.
Fees for Malta: €644 (Euro), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Malta
Typical roles
Questions from Malta
Is there a recognised professional body in Malta for restoration and classic vehicle engineering?
Malta does not have a single state-regulated profession for classic vehicle restoration. Vehicle registration and roadworthiness are handled by Transport Malta. SEIUM Institute's qualifications are private, not official state degrees, and are not accredited by any national body. Recognition is determined by employers, clients or the relevant body, so check these before enrolling.
What work could restoration engineers find in Malta?
Malta has a niche market for classic vehicle restoration, mainly through independent workshops, specialist garages and private collectors. Work is often built on reputation and practical craftsmanship. Whether a private online qualification adds value is for individual clients and employers to judge, so it is best to consider it alongside your hands-on experience.
Can I study this part-time with a workshop job, and is funding possible?
Yes. The programmes are fully online, taught in English and suitable for study from home, without needing a student visa. Hours range from 300 to 1,900 depending on the programme. Fees are payable in instalments, employer sponsorship is possible, and each student has an assigned 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
Explain the effects of temperature and humidity on vehicle materials.
Plan measurement campaigns using calibrated data loggers.
Analyse the building as the first barrier against the outdoor climate.
Select dehumidification, ventilation and air-conditioning equipment.
Apply localised solutions such as covers and climate bubbles.
Establish set-point ranges in line with EN 15757 and the climate history.
Optimise the energy consumption of a storage facility's climate control.
Who it's for
- Collections environmental control technician looking to specialise in Climate Control in Classic Vehicle Storage.
- Preventive conservation manager looking to specialise in Climate Control in Classic Vehicle Storage.
- HVAC engineer looking to specialise in Climate Control in Classic Vehicle Storage.
- Manager of collector vehicle storage facilities looking to specialise in Climate Control in Classic Vehicle Storage.
- Energy consultant for heritage buildings looking to specialise in Climate Control in Classic Vehicle Storage.
- Automotive museum conservator looking to specialise in Climate Control in Classic Vehicle Storage.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to work in automotive museums.
What you'll work with
- EN 15757 (temperature and relative humidity for hygroscopic organic materials)
- EN 16893 (buildings for the storage and use of collections)
- EN 16242 (measurement of air humidity)
- EN 15758 (measurement of air and surface temperatures)
- RD 1027/2007 (Regulation on Thermal Installations in Buildings)
- ASHRAE Handbook – HVAC Applications (chapter on museums, archives and libraries)
- Regulation (EU) No 517/2014 (fluorinated gases)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Relative humidity, temperature and their relationship1.2Effect of humidity on metals and textiles1.3Cycles and their cumulative damage1.4Condensation and dew point1.5Air pollutants1.6Reasonable target values1.7Conservation standards and references1.8Energy cost of control1.9Balancing the ideal and the possible1.10Workshop: climate diagnosis of a storage facility
2.1Thermo-hygrometers and data loggers2.2Sensor placement2.3Calibration and verification2.4Recording frequency2.5Interpreting data series2.6Microclimates within the hall2.7Measurement inside vehicles2.8Alarms and alerts2.9Periodic climate report2.10Practice: measurement campaign and analysis
3.1Roof and wall insulation3.2Thermal bridges and condensation3.3Floor and vapour barrier3.4Windows, skylights and solar radiation3.5Airtightness and leaks3.6Natural ventilation and its control3.7Zoning of the space3.8Passive improvements and their cost-effectiveness3.9Thermal inertia of the building3.10Practice: proposal of passive improvements
4.1Condensation and adsorption dehumidifiers4.2Humidifiers: when they are necessary4.3Air handling units and their sizing4.4Air recirculation and filtration4.5Supplementary heating4.6Control and automation4.7Energy consumption and its measurement4.8Equipment maintenance4.9Redundancy and equipment failure4.10Practice: sizing a dehumidifier
5.1Climatised covers and bubbles5.2Microclimates with desiccants5.3Display cases for small pieces5.4Capsules inside the vehicle cabin5.5Protection of particularly sensitive parts5.6Cost and effectiveness of each solution5.7Risks of a poorly used cover5.8Monitoring the microclimate created5.9Rotation and review of desiccants5.10Practice: creating and monitoring a microclimate
6.1Climate control plan6.2Person responsible and routines6.3Budget and cost per square metre6.4Energy efficiency and renewables6.5Compliance indicators6.6Communication with management6.7Review after an anomalous event6.8Common mistakes in storage facilities6.9Documented real-world cases6.10Final project: climate control plan for a classic vehicle storage facility
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: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine the programme with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is HOBOware, eClimateNotebook, DesignBuilder (EnergyPlus), advanced Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures from temperature and humidity logging campaigns, hygrothermal behaviour studies of the building, and trials of dehumidifiers and climate bubbles. Assessment is continuous, module by module, plus the final integrating project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Explain the effects of temperature and humidity on vehicle materials.
Plan measurement campaigns using calibrated data loggers.
Analyse the building as the first barrier against the outdoor climate.
Select dehumidification, ventilation and air-conditioning equipment.
Apply localised solutions such as covers and climate bubbles.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior qualification required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient command of Spanish 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 comprises 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That averages between 10 and 15 hours per week, which is compatible with a full-time job.
You will work with HOBOware, eClimateNotebook, DesignBuilder (EnergyPlus) and advanced Excel. 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 integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised towards the advanced programme. Please consult the recognition policy when you enrol.
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