Postgraduate Diploma in CMF for 2R and Perceived Quality
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in CMF for 2R and Perceived Quality. 8 modules covering ISO 11664-4:2008, ISO/CIE 11664-6:2022 and X-Rite Color iQC. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Postgraduate Diploma in CMF for 2R and Perceived Quality — studying from Singapore
Singapore has a sizeable two-wheeler market, with motorcycles and scooters forming an important part of urban transport. Regulation of vehicle registration, emissions and safety falls under the Land Transport Authority and the National Environment Agency. Engineering work includes vehicle maintenance, electric scooter development, component design and compliance testing. Employers include dealership groups, service providers and companies supplying electric two-wheelers across the region.
Fees for Singapore: S$2,130 (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. Vehicle engineering roles in Singapore are generally judged on employer requirements and relevant experience, and the Professional Engineers Board governs formal Professional Engineer registration. Recognition of a private qualification is decided by employers or the relevant body, so verify this before enrolling.
How might this training be used by employers in Singapore?
Singapore has a limited automotive manufacturing base, so 2-wheeler engineering opportunities are mainly in servicing, distribution, component supply, design support and motorsport-related work. An online private qualification may help you demonstrate knowledge, but it does not guarantee a role. Employers usually weigh hands-on experience and project evidence highly.
Can I study this alongside a full-time job, and can my employer help fund it?
The programme is online and taught in English, so you can study from home in Singapore with no student visa required. Workload is significant, with 800 to 1,900 hours depending on the programme, so plan around your job. Fees can be paid in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible; ask your employer whether they fund job-related courses.
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
Integrate the CMF discipline into motorcycle development.
Measure and specify colour using multi-angle colorimetry.
Select suitable paint systems and coatings.
Propose materials and textures consistent with the brand.
Assess perceived quality using objective methods and panels.
Quantify appearance through gloss, DOI and wave-scan.
Manage CMF conformity across suppliers and production.
Who it's for
- CMF designer wishing to specialise in CMF for 2R and Perceived Quality.
- Perceived quality engineer wishing to specialise in CMF for 2R and Perceived Quality.
- Colorimetry technician wishing to specialise in CMF for 2R and Perceived Quality.
- Supplier quality manager wishing to specialise in CMF for 2R and Perceived Quality.
- Paint engineer wishing to specialise in CMF for 2R and Perceived Quality.
- Product auditor wishing to specialise in CMF for 2R and Perceived Quality.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter motorcycle manufacturing.
What you'll work with
- ISO 11664-4:2008
- ISO/CIE 11664-6:2022
- ISO 2813:2014
- ISO 2409:2020
- ISO 9227:2022
- ASTM E2194-21
- ISO 4892-2:2013
- VDA 6.3:2023
8 modules · 800 h
1.1The CMF discipline within the design study1.2Relationship between CMF, brand and segment1.3Colour trends in mobility1.4CMF development cycle of a model1.5Exposure to weathering, UV and fuels1.6Visible and tactile surfaces of a motorcycle1.7Differences between motorcycles, cars and electronics1.8Multidisciplinary teams and suppliers1.9Materials library and samples1.10Practical case: CMF audit of a mid-range motorcycle
2.1CIELAB and CIELCh colour spaces2.2Colour differences ΔE*ab and CIEDE20002.3Use of multi-angle spectrophotometers2.4Solid, metallic and pearlescent paints2.5Flop effect and angular measurement2.6Illuminants and metamerism2.7Colour harmony between plastic and paint2.8Colour tolerances by part2.9Light booths and visual assessment2.10Laboratory: multi-angle measurement of a metallic
3.1Paint systems on metal and plastic3.2Primers and adhesion promoters3.3Basecoats and clearcoats3.4Matt and textured paints3.5Powder coatings for chassis3.6Anodising and chrome plating3.7Cross-cut adhesion tests3.8Salt spray tests3.9Paint defects and their causes3.10Practice: defect diagnosis on painted panels
4.1ABS, PP and PC/ABS plastics in fairings4.2Mass-coloured plastics4.3Grained finishes and mould textures4.4Exposed and varnished carbon fibre4.5Brushed and machined aluminium4.6Seat upholstery and textiles4.7Grip and footpeg rubbers4.8IMD and IML decoration4.9Sustainability and recycled materials4.10Workshop: materials panel for a special edition
5.1The concept of perceived quality5.2Visual, tactile and acoustic attributes5.3Gaps and visual uniformity5.4Plastic noises and vibrations5.5Feel of controls and switches5.6Gloss consistency5.7User panel evaluation5.8Product audit methods5.9Perceived quality benchmarking5.10Practical case: perceived quality audit of two models
6.1Gloss measurement at 20°, 60° and 85°6.2Haze and DOI image distinctness6.3Wave-scan and orange peel quantification6.4Surface roughness with a profilometer6.5Characterisation of mould textures6.6Correlation between measurement and visual perception6.7Portable instrumentation for the line6.8Appearance control plans6.9Batch appearance reports6.10Laboratory: gloss and orange peel measurement
7.1CMF specifications and part data sheets7.2Colour masters and their custody7.3Approval of supplier first samples7.4Appearance control on receipt7.5Variability between batches and moulds7.6Customer complaint management7.7Durability and ageing tests7.8Colour consistency in spare parts7.9Paint supplier audits7.10Practical case: colour difference between tank and fairing
8.1Product and audience brief8.2Research into trends and materials8.3Complete CMF proposal8.4Preparation of physical samples8.5Colour and gloss measurement8.6Evaluation with a user panel8.7CMF technical specification8.8Presentation of the final concept8.9Report 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 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 X-Rite Color iQC, BYK-mac i and wave-scan, KeyShot, Adobe Substance 3D, Minitab, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real colour and gloss measurement procedures on real parts, perceived quality audits of motorcycles, and development of CMF proposals with physical samples. 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.
Integrate the CMF discipline into motorcycle development.
Measure and specify colour using multi-angle colorimetry.
Select suitable paint systems and coatings.
Propose materials and textures consistent with the brand.
Assess perceived quality using objective methods and panels.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. A university degree is not required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient Spanish to follow technical standards 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 comprises 800 total hours spread over 6 to 8 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours a week on average, compatible with full-time work.
The programme uses X-Rite Color iQC, BYK-mac i and wave-scan, KeyShot, Adobe Substance 3D, Minitab. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An own SEIUM 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 towards the advanced programme. Check the recognition policy when enrolling.
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