Postgraduate Diploma in Driving Ergonomics and Fatigue Prevention
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Driving Ergonomics and Fatigue Prevention. 8 modules covering ISO 2631-1:1997, ISO 5349-1:2001 and Siemens Tecnomatix Jack. Personal tutor assigned and enrolment open.
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 rider's biomechanics and the riding triangle.
Measure hand-arm and whole-body vibration in accordance with ISO standards.
Identify the mechanisms and risk factors of fatigue in driving.
Apply motion capture, EMG and eye-tracking techniques.
Propose ergonomic improvements in motorcycle design.
Develop fatigue prevention plans for professional drivers.
Document ergonomic assessments in accordance with occupational regulations.
Who it's for
- Product ergonomics engineer looking to specialise in Driving Ergonomics and Fatigue Prevention.
- Occupational risk prevention technician looking to specialise in Driving Ergonomics and Fatigue Prevention.
- Human factors researcher looking to specialise in Driving Ergonomics and Fatigue Prevention.
- Motorcycle designer looking to specialise in Driving Ergonomics and Fatigue Prevention.
- Fleet safety manager looking to specialise in Driving Ergonomics and Fatigue Prevention.
- Occupational road safety consultant looking to specialise in Driving Ergonomics and Fatigue Prevention.
- Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter motorcycle manufacturing.
What you'll work with
- ISO 2631-1:1997
- ISO 5349-1:2001
- Directive 2002/44/EC
- Royal Decree 1311/2005
- ISO 11226:2000
- Law 31/1995 on Occupational Risk Prevention
- UNECE Regulation No. 60
- ISO 7250-1:2017
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Anthropometry and population percentiles1.2Riding triangle: handlebars, seat and footpegs1.3Comfortable joint angles1.4Load distribution on wrists and lower back1.5Posture on sports, trail and scooter bikes1.6Gender and height differences1.7Interaction with protective equipment1.8Rider mobility in corners1.9Common musculoskeletal injuries1.10Practical: measuring the riding triangle on three motorcycles
2.1Sources of vibration in engine and chassis2.2Transmission of hand-arm vibration2.3Whole-body vibration through the seat2.4Measurement with triaxial accelerometers2.5Frequency weighting according to ISO 5349 and ISO 26312.6Limit values of Directive 2002/44/EC2.7Silentblocks, counterweights and grips2.8Seat and foam design2.9Thermal comfort and airflow2.10Laboratory: measuring vibration at the handlebars
3.1Types of fatigue: physical, mental and drowsiness3.2Circadian rhythms and sleep deprivation3.3Physiological indicators of fatigue3.4Effects on reaction time and control3.5Fatigue on long and professional journeys3.6Dehydration, heat and noise3.7Fatigue in couriers and delivery riders3.8Subjective drowsiness scales3.9Accident statistics associated with fatigue3.10Case study: analysis of a courier's working day
4.1Inertial motion capture4.2Surface electromyography4.3Eye tracking while riding4.4Seat pressure mapping4.5Comfort surveys and validated scales4.6Motorcycle riding simulators4.7Digital manikins and percentiles4.8Experimental design and statistics4.9Interpreting ergonomic results4.10Laboratory: EMG recording in a sports riding posture
5.1Adjustability of handlebars, footpegs and seat5.2Seat height and ground contact5.3Controls and actuation forces5.4Visibility of the instrument panel5.5Aerodynamic protection and screens5.6Ergonomics for shorter-statured riders5.7Accessibility for riders with disabilities5.8Integrating criteria into the design brief5.9Validation with real users5.10Workshop: ergonomic redesign of a riding position
6.1Planning breaks and rest6.2Mobility and warm-up exercises6.3Hydration and nutrition on the road6.4Occupational risk assessment in delivery work6.5Organisation of shifts and workloads6.6Thermal and rain protection equipment6.7Drowsiness detection systems6.8Training and awareness6.9Monitoring indicators6.10Case study: prevention plan for a courier fleet
7.1Occupational Risk Prevention Act7.2Royal Decree 1311/2005 on vibration7.3ISO standards on working postures7.4Control requirements in UNECE Regulation R607.5Guidance from the DGT and ONSV7.6European studies on motorcyclist safety7.7Manufacturer recommendations7.8Documentation of assessments7.9Periodic ergonomic audits in companies7.10Practical: ergonomic risk assessment report
8.1Defining the target population8.2Selection of motorcycle and scenario8.3Ergonomic measurement plan8.4Data recording and processing8.5Analysis of fatigue and comfort8.6Design improvement proposals8.7Associated prevention plan8.8Validation of proposals8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
Fully 100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake period, which makes it possible to combine study with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Siemens Tecnomatix Jack, Xsens MVN, Kinovea, MATLAB, Delsys EMGworks, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Practicals cover real vibration and posture measurement procedures on actual motorcycles, fatigue assessment in a driving simulator, and ergonomic audits of delivery workstations. Assessment is continuous 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.
Analyse the rider's biomechanics and the riding triangle.
Measure hand-arm and whole-body vibration in accordance with ISO standards.
Identify the mechanisms and risk factors of fatigue in driving.
Apply motion capture, EMG and eye-tracking techniques.
Propose ergonomic improvements in motorcycle design.
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's software.
- Sufficient level of Spanish to read technical standards and regulations.
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 800 hours in total, spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
The programme uses Siemens Tecnomatix Jack, Xsens MVN, Kinovea, MATLAB and Delsys EMGworks. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM Institute own diploma on passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. This is in-house training, not an official Ministry qualification.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or diploma in the same area can be recognised towards the higher-level programme. Please check the recognition policy when enrolling.
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