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Diploma in EMC/EMI for EV and EVSE: UN R10/IEC and Test Plans

Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in EMC/EMI for electric vehicles and charging equipment. 8 modules covering electromagnetic phenomena in electrification, UN Regulation No. 10, CISPR and IEC standards, EMC of charging infrastructure, design for compatibility, test laboratories and troubleshooting, with an assigned technical tutor.

Duration800 hours · 6–8 months
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma

Diploma in EMC/EMI for EV and EVSE: UN R10/IEC and Test Plans — studying from the United Kingdom

The UK automotive industry is a significant contributor to manufacturing, with major plants in the West Midlands, the North East and the South West, and a strong presence of global brands and specialist engineering firms. Jaguar Land Rover, Nissan Sunderland, Toyota Burnaston and Mini Oxford shape demand for engineers in vehicle design, powertrain, body engineering and production. Motorsport engineering is concentrated around Silverstone, Northamptonshire and the Oxfordshire and Midlands area, where Formula One teams and endurance racing operations employ large numbers of specialists. Engineers in this sector work on product development, testing and supply chain management.

Fees for the United Kingdom: £746 (Pound sterling), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.

Relevant bodies in the United Kingdom

  • Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT)
  • Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
  • Motorsport Industry Association (MIA)
  • Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)

Typical roles

  • Automotive Design Engineer
  • Powertrain Engineer
  • Vehicle Dynamics Engineer
  • Motorsport Race Engineer

Questions from the United Kingdom

Which UK bodies are relevant to automotive engineering qualifications and professional registration?

The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) are established UK bodies in this field, and the Engineering Council regulates chartered and incorporated engineer titles. SEIUM's qualifications are private and not accredited by these bodies, so they do not automatically provide professional registration. Ask IMechE or the Engineering Council how your study would be assessed for registration.

How are automotive and motorsport qualifications viewed by UK employers?

UK car manufacturers, suppliers and motorsport teams typically assess candidates on practical capability, project evidence and experience. A private qualification can demonstrate specialist study, but employers decide how much weight to give it. Building a portfolio of relevant technical projects alongside your study will strengthen your position with UK employers.

Is it realistic to study automotive engineering online while working in the UK, and does my employer need to fund it?

Online study means you can fit learning around work without relocating or needing a student visa. Fees can be paid in instalments, and some employers offer sponsorship for job-related training, which is a common arrangement in general terms but depends on your employer's policy. Your assigned technical tutor can help you plan your workload. Confirm the time commitment and fee schedule before enrolling.

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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Understand the electromagnetic phenomena involved in electrification.

02

Apply the requirements of UN Regulation No. 10.

03

Interpret the applicable CISPR and IEC standards.

04

Assess the compatibility of charging infrastructure.

05

Design systems using compatibility criteria.

06

Plan tests in EMC laboratories.

07

Solve interference problems systematically.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Electromagnetic compatibility engineers working on electrified vehicles.
  • Power electronics engineers designing inverters and converters.
  • EMC laboratory technicians running vehicle and component tests.
  • Electric vehicle homologation engineers preparing type-approval files.
  • Charger design engineers working on AC and DC charging equipment.
  • Quality managers for electronic components in the automotive supply chain.
  • Engineering or science graduates looking to move into electric mobility.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • UN Regulation No. 10 (electromagnetic compatibility of vehicles)
  • CISPR 25 (radiated emissions for the protection of on-board receivers)
  • CISPR 12 (radiated emissions from vehicles)
  • ISO 11452 (component immunity test methods)
  • IEC 61851-21-2 (EMC requirements for charging systems)
  • Directive 2014/30/EU (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive)
  • ISO 7637 (electrical disturbances by conduction)
  • IEC 61000-4 (testing and measurement techniques)
  • Ansys HFSS
  • CST Studio Suite
  • Rohde & Schwarz ELEKTRA
  • LTspice
Syllabus

8 modules

  1. 1.1Sources of disturbance in electric vehicles
  2. 1.2Inverter switching with SiC and GaN
  3. 1.3Conducted and radiated emissions
  4. 1.4Capacitive and inductive coupling
  5. 1.5Common mode and differential mode
  6. 1.6Low-frequency magnetic fields
  7. 1.7Transients in high-voltage networks
  8. 1.8Immunity to external fields
  9. 1.9Human exposure to fields
  10. 1.10Case study: noise diagnosis of an inverter
  1. 2.1Scope and structure of the regulation
  2. 2.2Whole-vehicle requirements
  3. 2.3Requirements for electrical/electronic sub-assemblies
  4. 2.4Broadband and narrowband radiated emissions
  5. 2.5Vehicle radiated immunity
  6. 2.6Requirements in charging mode
  7. 2.7Harmonic emissions and flicker
  8. 2.8Conducted transients on the mains
  9. 2.9E-marking of components
  10. 2.10Workshop: R10 test matrix for an electric vehicle
  1. 3.1CISPR 12 and CISPR 25
  2. 3.2ISO 11452 series on component immunity
  3. 3.3ISO 7637 on transients
  4. 3.4IEC 61000-4 on immunity
  5. 3.5IEC 61000-3 on harmonics
  6. 3.6IEC 61851-21-2 for chargers
  7. 3.7CISPR 11 for industrial equipment
  8. 3.8Harmonised compatibility standards
  9. 3.9Comparison of limits
  10. 3.10Practical exercise: comparison of CISPR 25 limits by class
  1. 4.1EMC requirements for AC and DC chargers
  2. 4.2Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
  3. 4.3Residential and industrial environments
  4. 4.4Emissions from fast chargers
  5. 4.5Surge immunity
  6. 4.6Interference with PLC communication
  7. 4.7Wireless charging and fields
  8. 4.8CE marking of chargers
  9. 4.9On-site testing
  10. 4.10Case study: EMC assessment of a 150 kW charger
  1. 5.1Filtering strategies
  2. 5.2Shielding and screening
  3. 5.3Earthing and grounding
  4. 5.4Printed circuit board design
  5. 5.5Shielded high-voltage cables
  6. 5.6Converter topology
  7. 5.7Snubbers and dv/dt control
  8. 5.8Electromagnetic simulation in design
  9. 5.9Internal design rules
  10. 5.10Lab: design of an EMI filter
  1. 6.1Anechoic and semi-anechoic chambers
  2. 6.2TEM cells and stripline
  3. 6.3Line impedance stabilisation networks
  4. 6.4Testing with a dynamometer in the chamber
  5. 6.5Antennas and receivers
  6. 6.6Measurement uncertainty
  7. 6.7Accreditation of EMC laboratories
  8. 6.8Pre-compliance testing
  9. 6.9Test reports
  10. 6.10Practical exercise: test plan for a component to CISPR 25
  1. 7.1Diagnostic methodology
  2. 7.2Near-field probes
  3. 7.3Time-domain and frequency-domain analysis
  4. 7.4Source identification
  5. 7.5Corrective measures on the vehicle
  6. 7.6Supplier management
  7. 7.7Validation of solutions
  8. 7.8Cost of late solutions
  9. 7.9Lessons-learned log
  10. 7.10Workshop: resolving a radiated emissions failure
  1. 8.1Selection of the system
  2. 8.2Identification of applicable requirements
  3. 8.3Source and victim analysis
  4. 8.4Design measures
  5. 8.5Test plan
  6. 8.6Pre-compliance plan
  7. 8.7Risk management
  8. 8.8Conclusions and areas for improvement
  9. 8.9Report and presentation
  10. 8.10Final project: final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

Training is 100% online on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within the intake, so the programme fits around your job.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Ansys HFSS, CST Studio Suite, Rohde & Schwarz ELEKTRA and LTspice, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied on real procedures: radiated emissions measurement in a semi-anechoic chamber, immunity testing of a charger and diagnosis with near-field probes. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final capstone project.

Standards covered: UN Regulation No. 10, CISPR 25, CISPR 12, ISO 11452, IEC 61851-21-2, Directive 2014/30/EU, ISO 7637, IEC 61000-4.

Assigned technical tutor:every module ends with a deliverable that your tutor marks individually.
Standards-based learning:guided reading of UN Regulation No. 10, CISPR 25 and CISPR 12 applied to real cases, not as a theoretical annex.
Industry software:Ansys HFSS, CST Studio Suite, Rohde & Schwarz ELEKTRA and LTspice, in free, academic or evaluation versions.
Final project:a complete EMC plan for a system, covering applicable requirements, source and victim analysis, design measures and test plans, reviewed by your tutor.
Flexible format:100% online, no fixed timetables, compatible with full-time work.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Applicable requirements
Identify the R10, CISPR and IEC requirements that apply to the selected system.
Source and victim analysis
Map the disturbance sources and susceptible circuits of the system.
EMI filter design
Define filtering, shielding and earthing measures to meet the limits.
Test and pre-compliance plan
Draw up the laboratory test plan and the pre-compliance campaign.
Final project
A documented EMC plan for the system, reviewed by your tutor.
Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Electromagnetic compatibility engineerPower electronics engineerEMC laboratory technicianElectric vehicle homologation engineerCharger design engineerElectronic components quality manager
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. No university degree is required.
  • An internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme software.
  • English sufficient to read technical standards.

Ready to start?

Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme totals 800 hours over 6–8 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.

You work with Ansys HFSS, CST Studio Suite, Rohde & Schwarz ELEKTRA and LTspice, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.

A SEIUM Institute diploma, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the final project. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state degree; its recognition depends on the programme completed and the regulations of each country.

Yes. Modules passed are recognised in a higher programme in the same area (postgraduate diploma or master's). Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.

Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector (no university degree required), a suitable computer and English sufficient to read technical standards.

Start dates are set by SEIUM's faculty for each intake. Our admissions team will confirm the next available date when you apply.

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