Postgraduate Diploma in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting. 8 modules covering UNECE Regulation No. 43 (safety glazing), ANSI/AGRSS 002 (automotive glass replacement) and Hella Gutmann CSC-Tool (ADAS calibration). Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Postgraduate Diploma in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting — studying from the United Kingdom
Classic vehicle restoration is a notable niche in the United Kingdom, supported by specialist workshops, heritage motoring events and a strong enthusiast community. Centres such as Bicester Heritage, Gaydon and the Midlands host restoration businesses, parts suppliers and engineering services for historic cars and motorcycles. Knowledge of historic materials, classic engine systems and conservation standards is valued. Organisations such as the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs and the Historic Vehicle Scheme support the sector.
Fees for the United Kingdom: £746 (Pound sterling), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in the United Kingdom
Typical roles
Questions from the United Kingdom
Is there a UK professional body or regulation for classic vehicle restoration engineering?
Restoration is largely unregulated in the UK, with no statutory title for classic vehicle restorers. Relevant organisations include the Institute of the Motor Industry and specialist classic car clubs, which offer their own training and recognition. SEIUM's private qualifications are not accredited by any national body, so their standing with these organisations is for them to decide.
Do UK classic car restorers, dealers or auction houses value private online engineering training?
The UK classic car sector tends to value hands-on craftsmanship, documented restoration projects and reputation. A private qualification may complement this by showing technical study, but it is unlikely to be the main factor in hiring or client decisions. Acceptance depends on each business.
Can I study this part-time from the UK, and does my employer need to pay?
The programmes are online and taught in English, so you can study part-time from anywhere in the UK, with no visa needed. Study ranges from 300 hours to 1,900 hours, and an assigned technical tutor supports you. Fees can be paid in instalments. Employer sponsorship is possible if your employer agrees, which is more common in larger firms.
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
Identify types of automotive glass and their markings.
Select seals and weatherstrips suitable for each application.
Cut glass safely and accurately using templates.
Remove bonded and gasket-mounted glazing without damaging the bodywork.
Fit glazing with polyurethane adhesive, respecting safe drive-away times.
Repair chips and verify the final quality of the glazing.
Plan a complete vehicle glazing project.
Who it's for
- Glazing technician wishing to specialise in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting.
- Glazing fitting technician wishing to specialise in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting.
- Bodywork restorer wishing to specialise in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting.
- ADAS calibration technician wishing to specialise in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting.
- Glazing workshop manager wishing to specialise in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting.
- Industrial bodywork technician wishing to specialise in Glass and Rubber Cutting and Fitting.
- Graduates in engineering or science seeking to enter glass repair workshops.
What you'll work with
- UNECE Regulation No. 43 (safety glazing)
- ANSI/AGRSS 002 (automotive glass replacement)
- FMVSS 212 (windscreen retention)
- ISO 3537 (safety glass: mechanical tests)
- Royal Decree 866/2010 (processing of vehicle modifications)
- Royal Decree 773/1997 (personal protective equipment)
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Toughened and laminated glass1.2Float glass manufacturing1.3UNECE R43 glazing regulation1.4Glass markings and type approval1.5Heated and antenna-integrated glass1.6Acoustic and heat-reflective glass1.7Glass with ADAS sensors and cameras1.8Glass for classic vehicles1.9Glass in special vehicles1.10Case study: identifying glass markings
2.1Elastomers: EPDM, natural rubber and silicone2.2Glass rubber profiles2.3Door and bonnet weatherstrips2.4Ageing from ozone and UV2.5Shore hardness and compression2.6Extrusion and vulcanisation2.7Reproducing classic rubber seals2.8Corner joins and splices2.9Storage and handling2.10Practical: selecting a rubber profile for a glass pane
3.1Flat glass cutting tools3.2Templates and patterns3.3Cutting laminated glass3.4Grinding and edging3.5Drilling glass3.6Cutting safety3.7Reproducing classic flat glass panes3.8Dimensional tolerances3.9Cutting quality control3.10Workshop: cutting a flat pane from a template
4.1Bonded versus gasket-mounted glass4.2Cutting polyurethane bead4.3Wire and oscillating tools4.4Removal without damaging the bodywork4.5Recovering trim mouldings4.6Door glass and mechanisms4.7Interior protection4.8Hazards and protective equipment4.9Glass waste management4.10Practical: removing a bonded pane
5.1Polyurethane adhesives5.2Glass and metal primers5.3Preparing the glass frame5.4Applying the bead5.5Positioning and centring5.6Curing and working times5.7Influence on vehicle stiffness5.8ADAS camera recalibration5.9Leak tests5.10Workshop: fitting a bonded windscreen
6.1Fitting with bead and rubber profile6.2Inserting the retaining strip6.3Sealing the gasket with sealant6.4Fitting glass on classic vehicles6.5Fitting chrome trim and decorative covers6.6Sliding and bus glazing6.7Hinged and pivoting windows and hinges6.8Watertightness check6.9Defects and corrections6.10Practical: fitting a rear window with a rubber gasket
7.1Repairing chips in windscreens7.2Criteria for replacing or repairing7.3Resins and UV curing7.4Fitting quality inspection7.5Wind noise7.6Water leaks7.7MOT glazing regulations7.8Fitting warranties7.9Service documentation7.10Case study: diagnosing a water leak
8.1Vehicle description8.2Inventory of glass and seals8.3Material selection8.4Removal plan8.5Fitting plan8.6Verification and testing8.7Budget8.8Quality plan8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM Institute campus, with downloadable material, recorded lessons and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the enrolment period, making it possible to combine study with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Hella Gutmann CSC-Tool (ADAS calibration), AutoCAD, CorelDRAW, Advanced Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for cutting laminated glass with templates, leak tests after fitting, and ADAS camera calibration after glass replacement. 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.
Identify types of automotive glass and their markings.
Select seals and weatherstrips suitable for each application.
Cut glass safely and accurately using templates.
Remove bonded and gasket-mounted glazing without damaging the bodywork.
Fit glazing with polyurethane adhesive, respecting safe drive-away times.
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 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 totals 800 hours spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
You will work with Hella Gutmann CSC-Tool (ADAS calibration), AutoCAD, CorelDRAW and Advanced Excel. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An own diploma from SEIUM Institute 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 credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.
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