Basic Telemetry Graph Analysis Course
Online course of 300 hours in basic telemetry graph analysis. 6 modules covering reading a telemetry graph, speed and racing line, braking and throttle, steering, gears and engine, from graph to decision, and a telemetry analysis project, with ISO 8855, SAE J670, ASAM MDF and MoTeC i2 Standard, with an assigned technical tutor.
Basic Telemetry Graph Analysis Course — studying from New Zealand
New Zealand has a modest automotive industry, with most vehicle engineering centred on aftermarket parts, commercial vehicle body building, and the import and distribution of vehicles. Motorsport is a significant sector, with Hamilton and the Waikato region hosting a dense cluster of racing teams and engineering firms, and the Motorsport New Zealand body governing the national championships. Automotive engineers commonly work for importers, dealer networks, fleet operators and specialist fabrication businesses, and the sector also serves the country's large agricultural vehicle market.
Fees for New Zealand: NZ$1,470 (New Zealand dollar), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in New Zealand
Typical roles
Questions from New Zealand
Is automotive engineering a regulated title in New Zealand, and which bodies matter here?
The title Chartered Professional Engineer is regulated and administered by Engineering New Zealand, which sets competence standards for registration. Vehicle standards and certification in New Zealand are overseen by the NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi. SEIUM's qualifications are private and not accredited by a national body, so recognition by employers or Engineering New Zealand is not something SEIUM can promise.
What kinds of automotive and motorsport employers hire engineers in New Zealand?
New Zealand's automotive sector includes vehicle importers, workshops and fleet operators, motorsport teams and specialist fabrication and engineering firms, along with companies supplying parts and servicing. Roles often reward hands-on experience and clear technical reporting. A private qualification can support an application, but whether an employer values it is their decision and cannot be assumed.
How much time does a programme need, and can an employer help fund it?
Specialist courses take about 300 hours, postgraduate diplomas 800 hours and master's programmes 1,900 hours, all online in English with an assigned technical tutor and a final project. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible. Choose a pace you can sustain alongside work, and check with your employer early about any funding or study leave arrangements.
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
Read the basic channels of a telemetry graph correctly.
Analyse speed and racing line in each corner.
Assess braking and throttle technique.
Interpret steering angle and engine use.
Identify where time is lost over the lap.
Turn the analysis into recommendations for the driver.
Produce clear reports from telemetry.
Who it's for
- Motorsport data analysts.
- Track engineers.
- Driver coaches.
- Telemetry technicians.
- Technically minded amateur drivers.
- Simulation engineers and sim racing analysts.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to break into motorsport.
What you'll work with
- ISO 8855 (vehicle dynamics vocabulary)
- SAE J670 (vehicle dynamics terminology)
- ASAM MDF (measurement data format)
- FIA International Sporting Code Appendix J (technical regulations)
- ISO 11898-1 (CAN bus)
- MoTeC i2 Standard
- AiM Race Studio 3
- Garage 61
- VRS (Virtual Racing School)
6 modules
1.1Distance axis versus time axis1.2Basic channels: speed, rpm, throttle and brake1.3Scales, units and colours1.4Corner and sector markers1.5Synchronised circuit map1.6Zooming and selecting regions1.7Cumulative time difference1.8Overlaying two laps1.9Common interpretation errors1.10Practical: guided reading of a complete lap
2.1Minimum speed points in corners2.2Speed on straights and in speed traps2.3Entry speed versus exit speed2.4Shape of the speed curve2.5Distance travelled and racing line2.6Calculated corner radius2.7Slow, medium and fast corners2.8Speed through linked corners2.9Effect of wind on top speed2.10Case study: comparison of minimum speeds
3.1Braking point and peak pressure3.2Shape of the brake release curve3.3Braking into the corner, or trail braking3.4Overlap between brake and throttle3.5Throttle application on exit3.6Percentage of the lap at full throttle3.7Lifts and corrections3.8Left-foot braking3.9Lock-ups detected through wheel speed3.10Case study: analysis of a heavy braking zone
4.1Steering angle and corrections4.2Detecting understeer and oversteer4.3Gear choice in each corner4.4Shift points and engine speed4.5Downshifts and engine braking4.6Engine temperatures and pressures4.7Driven-wheel spin4.8Lateral acceleration channel4.9Relationship between steering and lateral acceleration4.10Case study: diagnosing understeer in a slow corner
5.1Identifying where time is lost5.2Prioritising improvements by corner5.3Explaining the data to the driver5.4Setup proposals from telemetry5.5One-page report5.6Reusable analysis templates5.7Tracking between sessions5.8Limitations of basic telemetry5.9Combined use with onboard video5.10Case study: report on time lost per corner
6.1Selection of the study laps6.2Preparing the workspace6.3Speed and racing line analysis6.4Braking and throttle analysis6.5Steering and engine analysis6.6Identifying improvements6.7Report for the driver6.8Proposed setup changes6.9Report 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. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, so it fits around your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is MoTeC i2 Standard, AiM Race Studio 3, Garage 61 and VRS (Virtual Racing School), in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures: guided lap reading, lap comparison between drivers and time-loss reports. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final project.
Standards covered: ISO 8855, SAE J670, ASAM MDF, FIA International Sporting Code Appendix J, ISO 11898-1.
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.
- 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 MoTeC i2 Standard, AiM Race Studio 3, Garage 61 and VRS (Virtual Racing School), 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 able to 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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