Diploma in Component Integration in Tubular Chassis
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in component integration in tubular chassis. 8 modules covering vehicle architecture, suspension and steering mounts, powertrain, fluid systems, wiring harnesses, cockpit safety and final verification, with an assigned technical tutor.
Diploma in Component Integration in Tubular Chassis — 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: €1,790 (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
Plan the integration of systems in a tubular chassis.
Fabricate suspension and steering mounts.
Integrate the powertrain, cooling and exhaust.
Install fluid circuits safely.
Design and install the electrical system.
Integrate the cockpit and safety equipment.
Verify the complete vehicle before use.
Who it's for
- Vehicle integration technicians.
- Motorsport mechanics.
- Vehicle electrical technicians working on bespoke builds.
- Systems designers.
- Prototype builders.
- Preparation workshop managers.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking a career in motorsport.
What you'll work with
- FIA Appendix J, Article 253 (safety equipment and safety cages)
- ISO 6722-1 (road vehicle cables, copper conductors)
- ISO 8820-1 (road vehicle fuse-links)
- SAE J1739 (potential failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA))
- EN ISO 3834-2 (comprehensive quality requirements for fusion welding)
- FIA FT3-1999 (safety fuel tanks)
- SolidWorks
- Autodesk Fusion
- Siemens Capital
- KiCad
8 modules
1.1System layout1.2Centre of gravity1.3Design hard points1.4Integration at the design stage1.5Regulatory requirements1.6Accessibility for maintenance1.7System weights1.8Interferences1.9Configuration management1.10Practical: integration map of a vehicle
2.1Mounting points2.2Tabs and brackets2.3Rod ends and bushes2.4Loads on mountings2.5Local reinforcements2.6Steering rack2.7Steering column and wheel2.8Geometry adjustability2.9Position verification2.10Workshop: fabricating suspension brackets
3.1Engine mounts3.2Driveline alignment3.3Gearbox and differential3.4Shafts and joints3.5Exhaust and heat shielding3.6Cooling3.7Intake3.8Fitting clearances3.9Vibration3.10Laboratory: measuring driveline alignment
4.1Fuel tanks4.2Fuel lines4.3Brake circuit4.4Cooling circuit4.5Oil circuit4.6Fittings and hoses4.7Bulkhead connectors and protection4.8Leak prevention4.9Bleeding and filling4.10Practical: routing fuel and brake lines
5.1Electrical architecture5.2Wiring harness5.3Fastening to the tubes5.4Abrasion protection5.5Connectors5.6Fuses and relays5.7Earthing in tubular chassis5.8Battery master switches5.9Control electronics5.10Workshop: building and installing a harness
6.1Seats and anchorages6.2Safety harnesses6.3Pedal box6.4Controls and gear lever6.5Instrumentation6.6Fire extinguishers6.7Panels and floors6.8Driver ergonomics6.9Visibility6.10Case study: integrating a cockpit
7.1Composite panels7.2Quick-release fasteners7.3Basic aerodynamics7.4Weighing and weight distribution7.5Geometry verification7.6Functional tests7.7Leak tests7.8Final checklist7.9Technical documentation7.10Practical: final verification of a vehicle
8.1Vehicle selection8.2Integration plan8.3Mounts and brackets8.4Powertrain8.5Fluids8.6Electrical system8.7Verification8.8Technical dossier8.9Report and presentation8.10Final project: final review with your tutor
How you'll learn
Training is 100% online 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 SolidWorks, Autodesk Fusion, Siemens Capital and KiCad, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied on real procedures for building and installing a harness in a tubular chassis, driveline alignment and leak testing of circuits. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final project.
Standards covered: FIA Appendix J, Article 253, ISO 6722-1, ISO 8820-1, SAE J1739, EN ISO 3834-2, FIA FT3-1999.
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.
- 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 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 SolidWorks, Autodesk Fusion, Siemens Capital and KiCad, 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 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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