Course in Brakes on Historic Scooters
Online 300-hour course in brakes on historic scooters. 6 modules covering UNECE Regulation No. 78 (braking of L-category vehicles), UNECE Regulation No. 90 (replacement brake linings) and advanced Excel. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Course in Brakes on Historic Scooters — studying from Singapore
Singapore's restoration and classic vehicle community is small but active, centred on vintage cars, motorcycles and collectable machinery. Restoration work demands skills in mechanical repair, fabrication and historic materials, often sourced regionally. Vehicle registration and modification are governed by the Land Transport Authority, which applies particular rules to older vehicles. Employers include specialist workshops, collectors' garages and vehicle import and export businesses.
Fees for Singapore: S$780 (Singapore dollar), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Singapore
Typical roles
Questions from Singapore
Will this qualification be recognised by professional bodies in Singapore?
SEIUM's qualifications are private, not official state degrees, and are not accredited by any national body in Singapore. Restoration work in Singapore is generally judged on craftsmanship and reputation rather than a single licensing body, and Professional Engineer registration is handled by the Professional Engineers Board. Recognition of a private qualification is decided by employers or the relevant body.
How might this training be used by employers in Singapore?
Singapore's classic vehicle market is relatively small, so opportunities are likely to be limited to specialist workshops, collectors, dealers or independent consultancy. An online qualification may help you structure your technical knowledge but does not guarantee work. Clients and employers usually rely heavily on hands-on track record.
Can I study this alongside a full-time job, and can my employer help fund it?
The programme is fully online and in English, so you can study from home in Singapore with no student visa needed. Workload varies from 300 to 1,900 hours, so plan around your schedule. Fees can be paid in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible, though this is less common for self-employed or small workshop owners.
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What you will be able to do
Explain the particularities of braking on small-wheeled historic scooters.
Restore drums, shoes and linings while respecting dimensions and tolerances.
Adjust controls, cables and linkages for progressive response.
Assess the fitting of disc brakes as a reversible upgrade.
Diagnose braking faults through inspection and testing.
Plan periodic maintenance of the braking system.
Justify the legality of the modifications made to the system.
Who it's for
- Classic scooter mechanic wishing to specialise in Brakes on Historic Scooters.
- Historic motorcycle restorer wishing to specialise in Brakes on Historic Scooters.
- Brake technician for two-wheeled vehicles wishing to specialise in Brakes on Historic Scooters.
- Vehicle technical inspector wishing to specialise in Brakes on Historic Scooters.
- Scooter preparer for rallies wishing to specialise in Brakes on Historic Scooters.
- Technical adviser to a scooter club wishing to specialise in Brakes on Historic Scooters.
- Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter motorcycle restoration.
What you'll work with
- UNECE Regulation No. 78 (braking of L-category vehicles)
- UNECE Regulation No. 90 (replacement brake linings)
- Regulation (EU) No. 168/2013 (approval of two- or three-wheeled vehicles)
- Directive 93/14/CEE (braking of two- or three-wheeled vehicles)
- ISO 4925 (non-petroleum-based brake fluids)
- Royal Decree 892/2024 (Historic Vehicles Regulation)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Scooter architecture and its brakes1.2Front and rear drum brakes1.3Cable and rod controls1.4Foot and hand brake levers1.5Small wheels and their effect on braking1.6Brake distribution on a scooter1.7Regulations and inspection requirements1.8Documentation and exploded diagrams1.9Required tools1.10Workshop: characterising a scooter's braking system
2.1The drum and its condition2.2Ovalisation and machining2.3Shoes, cams and springs2.4Asbestos-free linings and their selection2.5Relining and turning to the drum2.6Shoe clearance and adjustment2.7Hub bearings and seals2.8Dirt and grease in the drum2.9Assembly and torque2.10Practical: rebuilding a drum brake
3.1Cables: types, sheaths and terminals3.2Making a bespoke cable3.3Lubrication and routing3.4Free-play adjustment3.5Linkages and their joints3.6Pedal, lever and their return springs3.7Brake light switch3.8Cable wear and breakage3.9Checking total travel3.10Practical: making and adjusting a brake cable
4.1Early disc brakes on scooters4.2Master cylinder, hose and caliper4.3Brake fluid and bleeding4.4Converting drum to disc4.5Hub and wheel compatibility4.6Legality of the conversion4.7Reversibility of the upgrade4.8Real-world performance of the upgrade4.9Balancing authenticity and safety4.10Practical: evaluating a conversion
5.1Insufficient braking and its causes5.2Unbalanced braking5.3Wheel lock-up and how to manage it5.4Noise and vibration when braking5.5Fade on descents5.6Measuring effectiveness5.7Brake test bench for mopeds5.8Closed-road testing5.9Diagnostic report5.10Practical: diagnosing and correcting poor braking
6.1Periodic maintenance of the system6.2Tyres and their effect on braking6.3Technical inspection and requirements6.4Discontinued parts and reproductions6.5Preserving original parts6.6User training6.7Common workshop errors6.8Risks of an incomplete repair6.9Documented real cases6.10Final project: a reviewed and documented scooter braking system
How you'll learn
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, 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 advanced Excel, Fusion 360, MATLAB, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real motorcycle dynamometer procedures, measurement of drum ovalisation and closed-circuit braking tests. Assessment is continuous, module by 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.
Explain the particularities of braking on small-wheeled historic scooters.
Restore drums, shoes and linings while respecting dimensions and tolerances.
Adjust controls, cables and linkages for progressive response.
Assess the fitting of disc brakes as a reversible upgrade.
Diagnose braking faults through inspection and testing.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.
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 consists of 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
The course uses advanced Excel, Fusion 360 and MATLAB. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. This is in-house training, not an official Ministry qualification.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area can be credited towards the advanced programme. Please check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.
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