Course on obsolescence in electrical systems
Online course of 300 hours in obsolescence management for electrical systems, structured in 6 modules covering obsolescence in electrical equipment, proactive management, resolution strategies, economic and technical evaluation and critical sectors, with an assigned technical tutor.
Course on obsolescence in electrical systems — studying from New Zealand
New Zealand's electromobility sector is expanding rapidly, with electric vehicle uptake supported by renewable electricity generation, which provides the large majority of the country's power. Battery storage and hydrogen projects are being explored across the energy and transport sectors, with government support through the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. Engineers in this area work on charging infrastructure, battery systems and grid integration for utilities, fleet operators and vehicle importers.
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
What recognition applies to battery and hydrogen engineers in New Zealand?
Engineering New Zealand administers Chartered Professional Engineer registration, which covers electrical and energy-related engineering. Hydrogen and battery safety may also fall under WorkSafe New Zealand regulations and the Electricity Authority for grid matters. SEIUM is a private institute and its qualifications are not state degrees or accredited nationally, so employer recognition is what counts.
Who employs electromobility and battery engineers in New Zealand?
Employers include electricity distributors, EV charging and fleet companies, energy storage developers, and research organisations exploring hydrogen. Roles often value hands-on experience with power electronics and safety practice. A private programme can support your profile, but it is not a guaranteed route into any particular job.
Can I study this from New Zealand while working, and how are fees handled?
Yes. The programmes are 100% online and taught in English, so you can study from New Zealand without a student visa. You will have an assigned technical tutor and a final project. Master's programmes take 1,900 hours, diplomas 800 and specialist courses 300. Fees are payable in instalments, and some employers sponsor their staff.
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What you will be able to do
Identify the types and causes of obsolescence in electrical systems.
Implement a proactive obsolescence management plan.
Assess the criticality of components and equipment.
Select the right resolution strategy for each case.
Calculate the life cycle cost of the alternatives.
Manage the effects on certifications and configuration.
Plan the renewal of critical installations.
Who it's for
- Obsolescence management engineers.
- Electrical maintenance managers.
- Industrial asset managers.
- Reliability engineers.
- Electronic component buyers.
- Engineers leading the modernisation of installations.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to move into the railway sector.
What you'll work with
- IEC 62402 (obsolescence management)
- IEC 60300-3-3 (dependability management, life cycle costing)
- ISO 55001 (asset management systems)
- IEC 62435-1 (long-term storage of electronic semiconductor devices)
- IEC 60812 (failure modes and effects analysis, FMEA)
- SAE AS5553 (counterfeit electronic parts avoidance, detection and mitigation)
- IEC 61508 (functional safety of electrical/electronic/programmable safety-related systems)
- SiliconExpert
- Z2Data
- IBM Maximo
- Octopart
- Microsoft Excel
6 modules
1.1Types of obsolescence: technological, functional and regulatory1.2Life cycle of electronic components1.3Mismatch between system life and component life1.4End-of-life notices and last-time buy1.5Obsolescence in power electronics1.6Software and firmware obsolescence1.7Obsolescence of switchgear and protection devices1.8Impact on availability and safety1.9Costs associated with obsolescence1.10Case study: risk inventory of a control panel
2.1Management plan according to IEC 624022.2Bill of materials and databases2.3Monitoring the component market2.4Risk and criticality indices2.5Forecasting the obsolescence date2.6Organisation and responsibilities2.7Contractual clauses with suppliers2.8Monitoring indicators2.9Integration with asset management2.10Workshop: criticality matrix of obsolete components
3.1Last-time buy and stock calculation3.2Long-term storage of components3.3Alternative and equivalent components3.4Risk of counterfeit components3.5Harvesting components from decommissioned equipment3.6Emulated and licensed manufacturing3.7Partial or complete redesign3.8Planned technology refresh3.9Requalification and new certifications3.10Practical exercise: comparing strategies for an obsolete relay
4.1Life cycle costing according to IEC 60300-3-34.2Cost analysis of alternatives4.3Reliability of replacement components4.4Failure modes analysis after the change4.5Electromagnetic compatibility after the modification4.6Impact on certificates and type approvals4.7Equipment configuration management4.8Multi-criteria decision analysis4.9Renewal investment plan4.10Case study: business case for modernising a SCADA system
5.1Substations and electrical protection5.2Railway traction systems5.3Electronics in defence and aerospace5.4Industrial automation and PLCs5.5Charging infrastructure and its service life5.6Renewable generation installations5.7Medical and laboratory equipment5.8Building control systems5.9Safety requirements in critical systems5.10Practical exercise: protection renewal plan for a substation
6.1Selecting the electrical system to be studied6.2Component inventory and analysis6.3Obsolescence risk assessment6.4Selection of resolution strategies6.5Economic evaluation of alternatives6.6Management and monitoring plan6.7Proposed monitoring indicators6.8Conclusions and recommendations6.9Report and presentation6.10Final project: final review with your 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 the intake, so you can combine it with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is SiliconExpert, Z2Data, IBM Maximo, Octopart and Microsoft Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Exercises are based on real procedures: obsolescence analysis of an industrial control system, economic evaluation of replacement strategies and preparation of an obsolescence management plan. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final capstone project.
Standards covered: IEC 62402, IEC 60300-3-3, ISO 55001, IEC 62435-1, IEC 60812, SAE AS5553, IEC 61508.
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.
- An 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 SiliconExpert, Z2Data, IBM Maximo, Octopart, Microsoft Excel, 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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