Course in Silicone Moulds for Interior Components
Online 300-hour course in silicone moulds for interior components. 6 modules covering ISO 868 (Shore hardness by durometer), ISO 3795 (combustion of vehicle interior materials) and Fusion 360. Dedicated tutor and open enrolment.
Course in Silicone Moulds for Interior Components — studying from the United States
Restoration and classic vehicle engineering is a niche but active field in the United States, supported by a large enthusiast community and well-established events such as the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and Hershey's AACA Fall Meet. Specialist restoration shops, museums and collector car firms require engineers who understand historic materials, mechanical systems and period-correct design. Work often combines traditional craftsmanship with modern diagnostics and documentation. Professional connections are typically built through clubs and heritage organizations.
Fees for the United States: US$890 (US Dollars), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in the United States
Typical roles
Questions from the United States
Is there formal professional recognition for classic vehicle restoration in the US?
Restoration is mostly a craft and hobby sector without a licensed engineering title. Relevant organizations include the Antique Automobile Club of America and the Society of Automotive Historians. Some work touches on SAE standards and state vehicle inspection rules. SEIUM's qualifications are private, and their value depends on the client or employer.
What career options exist in classic and restoration work in the US?
Options include independent restoration shops, dealerships specializing in classic cars, auction houses, museums, and collector-focused consultancies. Roles range from restoration technician to project manager. Because this sector values reputation and craftsmanship, portfolios and references often matter more than formal credentials.
Can I study this part-time while working in the US?
Yes, the programmes are fully online and taught in English, so you can study from home and no student visa is needed. Workloads run from 300 hours for specialist courses to 1,900 hours for master's programmes. Fees are payable in instalments, and you can plan study around your existing work commitments.
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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
Explain the applications of silicone moulds in reproducing interior components.
Prepare the original or reconstructed pattern for moulding.
Make single- or multi-part moulds using suitable silicones.
Cast resins and polyurethanes, controlling mixing, degassing and curing.
Reproduce textures, colours and finishes typical of period car interiors.
Apply chemical safety measures and waste management.
Reproduce a complete interior component together with its documentation.
Who it's for
- Mould and replica technician who wants to specialise in Silicone Moulds for Interior Components.
- Restorer of classic vehicle interiors who wants to specialise in Silicone Moulds for Interior Components.
- Upholsterer specialising in classic vehicles who wants to specialise in Silicone Moulds for Interior Components.
- Manufacturer of interior spare parts who wants to specialise in Silicone Moulds for Interior Components.
- Pattern maker who wants to specialise in Silicone Moulds for Interior Components.
- Composite materials technician who wants to specialise in Silicone Moulds for Interior Components.
- Graduates in engineering or science who want to enter classic vehicle restoration.
What you'll work with
- ISO 868 (Shore hardness by durometer)
- ISO 3795 (combustion of vehicle interior materials)
- FMVSS 302 (flammability of interior materials, USA)
- Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH)
- Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP)
- Royal Decree 374/2001 (chemical agents at work)
- ISO 37 (tensile properties of rubber)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1When a mould is worth making1.2Short runs and one-off parts1.3Condensation-cure and addition-cure silicones1.4Silicone hardness and how to choose it1.5Mould life and number of copies1.6Materials to cast in silicone1.7Mould cost versus part cost1.8Space, safety and ventilation1.9Equipment required1.10Workshop: deciding whether to mould three parts
2.1Repairing the original before moulding2.2Printed or carved pattern2.3Sealing porous surfaces2.4Release agents and their application2.5Mould parting line2.6Undercuts and how to resolve them2.7Sprues and vents2.8Moulding box2.9Allowing for shrinkage2.10Practice: complete preparation of a pattern
3.1Single-piece block mould3.2Two-part mould3.3Jacket mould with counter-mould3.4Moulds with core for hollow parts3.5Mixing and degassing3.6Bubble-free pouring3.7Curing and removing the pattern3.8Cutting the mould with judgement3.9Marking and identifying the mould3.10Practice: making a two-part mould
4.1Polyurethane and epoxy resins4.2Mixing, ratio and pot life4.3Pressure and vacuum casting4.4Pigmentation and fillers4.5Bubbles and how to prevent them4.6Curing times4.7Demoulding without damaging the mould4.8Flash and finishing4.9Dimensional check of the copy4.10Practice: casting and finishing several copies
5.1Reproducing grain and textures5.2Texture moulds taken from the original5.3Imitating vinyl, leather and wood5.4Interior paint and its feel5.5Matt and satin finishes5.6Labels, symbols and backlighting5.7Ageing to blend the part in5.8Fitting and adjustment in the vehicle5.9Verifying the result5.10Practice: complete finish of an interior component
6.1Storing moulds and patterns6.2Workshop mould register6.3Mould maintenance and repair6.4Safety when handling silicones and resins6.5Waste and its management6.6Cost per copy and customer pricing6.7Marking the part as a reproduction6.8Common errors and typical defects6.9Documented real cases6.10Final project: documented mould and short run
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and a dedicated technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine the course with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Fusion 360, Blender, advanced Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real manufacturing procedures for a two-part silicone mould, polyurethane casting with degassing, and reproduction of dashboard and handle textures. Assessment is continuous, module 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.
Explain the applications of silicone moulds in reproducing interior components.
Prepare the original or reconstructed pattern for moulding.
Make single- or multi-part moulds using suitable silicones.
Cast resins and polyurethanes, controlling mixing, degassing and curing.
Reproduce textures, colours and finishes typical of period interiors.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior qualification is 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 is 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours per week on average, compatible with a full-time job.
You will work with Fusion 360, Blender, advanced Excel. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An SEIUM diploma on passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is an in-house qualification, not an official Ministry title.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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