Course in Regulation of Robotic Equipment in Demining
Online 300-hour course in regulation of robotic equipment in demining. 6 modules covering IMAS 09.50 (mechanical demining), CWA 15044 (testing and evaluation of demining machines) and ROS 2. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Course in Regulation of Robotic Equipment in Demining — studying from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom maintains a substantial defence industry, with prime contractors such as BAE Systems and Babcock, and a wide supply chain across the Midlands, the North West, Bristol and Scotland. Land systems, armoured vehicles, munitions and military engineering programmes provide long-term employment for engineers in design, integration, test and sustainment. The Ministry of Defence, Defence Equipment and Support and the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory oversee procurement and research. Security clearance requirements shape recruitment, and professional standards are maintained through UK defence engineering frameworks.
Fees for the United Kingdom: £664 (Pound sterling), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in the United Kingdom
Typical roles
Questions from the United Kingdom
Which UK bodies and regulators are relevant to defence and military land systems engineering?
In the UK, the Ministry of Defence sets its own engineering standards and the Engineering Council regulates professional registration. Professional bodies such as the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Royal Engineers' professional structures are relevant. SEIUM's qualifications are private and not accredited by these bodies, so recognition for security-cleared or MOD roles is decided by the employer and the relevant authority.
Will a private qualification help with UK defence industry careers?
UK defence employers, including primes and suppliers, often prioritise security clearance eligibility, relevant experience and formal qualifications recognised by the MOD or industry bodies. A private qualification may support your profile but is unlikely to replace these requirements. Ask prospective employers how they would assess it before enrolling.
Is it practical to study this online while working in the UK, and what about language and funding?
Online study means you can continue working in the UK, and no student visa is needed to study from home. Teaching is in English, so good technical English is essential. Fees can be paid in instalments, and some employers offer training sponsorship, though policies vary. Each programme has a fixed number of hours and an assigned technical tutor. Confirm the workload and costs before enrolling.
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What you will be able to do
Describe the role of machinery in humanitarian demining.
Interpret the technical and safety requirements of the IMAS standards.
Plan acceptance and accreditation tests for equipment.
Integrate robotic equipment into standard operating procedures.
Assess machinery risks in accordance with safety regulations.
Analyse procurement and the lifecycle management of equipment.
Prepare a plan for introducing a robotic device into a humanitarian programme.
Who it's for
- Field robotics engineer looking to specialise in Regulation of Robotic Equipment in Demining.
- Mine action technician looking to specialise in Regulation of Robotic Equipment in Demining.
- Machinery safety engineer looking to specialise in Regulation of Robotic Equipment in Demining.
- Equipment testing and accreditation manager looking to specialise in Regulation of Robotic Equipment in Demining.
- Quality manager in humanitarian programmes looking to specialise in Regulation of Robotic Equipment in Demining.
- Equipment procurement consultant looking to specialise in Regulation of Robotic Equipment in Demining.
- Graduates in engineering or science seeking to enter humanitarian action.
What you'll work with
- IMAS 09.50 (mechanical demining)
- CWA 15044 (testing and evaluation of demining machines)
- IMAS 09.10 (clearance requirements)
- IMAS 10.10 (safety and health in mine action)
- ISO 12100 (safety of machinery)
- Directive 2006/42/EC (Machinery)
- Convention on the Prohibition of Anti-Personnel Mines (Ottawa, 1997)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Role of machinery in mine action1.2Ground preparation, area reduction and support1.3What a machine cannot do on its own1.4Types: brush cutters, sieving machines and armoured excavators1.5Robots and remotely operated systems1.6Unmanned platforms for ground survey1.7Applicable international mine action standards1.8Key European technical agreements1.9Sector vocabulary1.10Exercise: matching machines to tasks
2.1Operator and cab protection2.2Structural strength and vehicle armouring2.3Visibility and observation systems2.4Remote operation and link range2.5Behaviour on loss of link2.6Reliability and availability in the field2.7Field maintenance and spare parts2.8Transport and mobility to the area2.9Manufacturer's technical documentation2.10Practice: requirements specification for a machine
3.1Factory acceptance testing3.2Site acceptance testing3.3Internationally recognised test protocols3.4Measuring performance and working depth3.5Tests on different soil types3.6Accreditation of the machine for a specific task3.7Declared limitations and their documentation3.8Re-accreditation after modifications3.9Test report and its traceability3.10Practice: designing a test protocol
4.1Operator standard operating procedures4.2Combining machine, dog and manual deminer4.3Quality control of the treated area4.4Post-task sampling and verification4.5Task recording and traceability4.6Handling of recovered material4.7Safety zones and access control4.8Medical and evacuation plan4.9Operator training and accreditation4.10Practice: drafting an operating procedure
5.1National authority and approval of equipment5.2Donor requirements and accountability5.3Machinery procurement and key clauses5.4Import and customs regime for the equipment5.5Export control applicable to the equipment5.6Insurance and liability5.7Cost indicators per square metre5.8Sustainability and local capacity building5.9Decommissioning and transfer of the equipment5.10Practice: cost-benefit analysis of a machine
6.1Choice of context and type of terrain6.2Analysis of the task and the alternatives6.3Justified selection of machinery6.4Technical requirements6.5Testing and Accreditation Protocol6.6Integrated operating procedure6.7TRAINING AND MAINTENANCE PLAN6.8Economic and sustainability analysis6.9Technical memory6.10Defense of work
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM Institute campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: learners 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 ROS 2, Gazebo, SolidWorks, IMSMA, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for machinery acceptance testing, machinery risk assessment and analysis of standard operating procedures. 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.
Describe the role of machinery in humanitarian demining.
Interpret the technical and safety requirements of the IMAS standards.
Plan acceptance and accreditation tests for equipment.
Integrate robotic equipment into standard operating procedures.
Assess machinery risks in accordance with safety regulations.
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 comprises 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours a week, compatible with a full-time job.
The course works with ROS 2, Gazebo, SolidWorks, IMSMA. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An SEIUM Institute diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the final integrating 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 you enrol.
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