Postgraduate Diploma in Expedition Preparation and On-Route Reliability
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Expedition Preparation and On-Route Reliability. 8 modules covering IEC 60812 (failure mode and effects analysis, FMEA), IEC 61025 (fault tree analysis) and ReliaSoft Weibull++. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
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 an expedition, taking into account route, weather, logistics and range.
Apply FMEA and reliability analysis techniques to the vehicle.
Mechanically prepare the vehicle and define the critical spares kit.
Diagnose and repair common breakdowns in field conditions.
Manage safety risks and the human factor during the route.
Design validation tests prior to departure.
Organise the technical and documentary management during the expedition.
Who it's for
- Reliability engineer wishing to specialise in Expedition Preparation and On-Route Reliability.
- Expedition vehicle preparer wishing to specialise in Expedition Preparation and On-Route Reliability.
- Expedition technical manager wishing to specialise in Expedition Preparation and On-Route Reliability.
- Rally raid service mechanic wishing to specialise in Expedition Preparation and On-Route Reliability.
- Logistics planner wishing to specialise in Expedition Preparation and On-Route Reliability.
- Fleet manager in remote environments wishing to specialise in Expedition Preparation and On-Route Reliability.
- Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter rally raid.
What you'll work with
- IEC 60812 (failure mode and effects analysis, FMEA)
- IEC 61025 (fault tree analysis)
- SAE JA1011 (reliability-centred maintenance)
- UNE-EN 13306 (maintenance terminology)
- ISO 31000 (risk management)
- Royal Decree 2822/1998 (General Vehicle Regulation)
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Expedition types: desert, mountain and jungle1.2Route, weather and terrain analysis1.3Legal requirements and customs: carnet de passages1.4Fuel, water and provisions range1.5Spare parts logistics and support points1.6Communications: satellite, HF and VHF1.7Contingency and evacuation plans1.8Insurance and on-route assistance1.9Budget and schedule1.10Workshop: route plan for a trans-Saharan crossing
2.1Reliability, MTBF and failure rate2.2Bathtub curve in ageing vehicles2.3Weibull distribution in components2.4Failure mode analysis by subsystem2.5Single points of failure2.6Redundancy and critical spares2.7Field data from previous expeditions2.8Reliability versus weight and cost2.9Preventive versus corrective maintenance2.10Practical: Weibull analysis of alternator failures
3.1Engine: cooling, filtration and raised air intake3.2Transmission and underbody protection3.3Suspension for load and terrain3.4Brakes and their behaviour on descents3.5Tyres, pressures and repair3.6Auxiliary tanks and fuel filtration3.7Electrical system and dual battery3.8Winches and recovery points3.9Weight distribution and centre of gravity3.10Workshop: preparation sheet for a classic off-roader
4.1Tool kit and its optimisation4.2Minimum spares by system4.3Fault diagnosis without equipment4.4Temporary chassis and suspension repairs4.5Puncture and rim repair4.6Frequent electrical faults and solutions4.7Contaminated fuel and its treatment4.8Overheating and coolant leaks4.9Emergency welding with batteries4.10Practical: field breakdown simulation
5.1Expedition risk assessment5.2First aid in remote areas5.3GNSS navigation and map backup5.4Driving on sand, mud and water crossings5.5Safe vehicle recovery5.6Driver fatigue and shifts5.7Group management and decision-making5.8Exposure to extreme heat and cold5.9Communication and tracking protocols5.10Case study: analysis of an expedition incident
6.1Test plan before departure6.2Running-in and verification of new components6.3Maximum load tests6.4Temperature and altitude tests6.5Departure checklist6.6Data logging and simple telemetry6.7Correction of detected defects6.8Luggage and stowage validation6.9Final documentary review6.10Practical: test protocol on an off-road circuit
7.1Daily vehicle inspections7.2Consumption and mileage records7.3Fluid level and leak control7.4Intermediate maintenance on the route7.5Management of consumed spares7.6Decisions in the event of serious breakdowns7.7Environmental impact and conduct on the route7.8Post-expedition reliability report7.9Lessons learned7.10Case study: technical log of a real expedition
8.1Route definition and objectives8.2Vehicle reliability analysis8.3Mechanical preparation plan8.4Spares and tool kit8.5Safety and communications plan8.6Pre-test plan8.7Budget and logistics8.8On-route management plan8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
Training 100 % online on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, 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 ReliaSoft Weibull++, Garmin BaseCamp, Microsoft Project, advanced Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real pre-expedition endurance test procedures, OBD diagnosis on the route and field repair simulations. Assessment is continuous, per module, plus the final integrative project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Plan an expedition, taking into account route, weather, logistics and range.
Apply FMEA and reliability analysis techniques to the vehicle.
Mechanically prepare the vehicle and define the critical spares kit.
Diagnose and repair common breakdowns in field conditions.
Manage safety risks and the human factor during the route.
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 follow technical regulatory 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 totals 800 hours, spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours a week, compatible with a full-time job.
The programme uses ReliaSoft Weibull++, Garmin BaseCamp, Microsoft Project and advanced Excel. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An SEIUM in-house diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative 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 in the higher programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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