Course in Thermal Management in Machinery Batteries
The Course on Obsolescence in Electrical Systems examines the life cycle of electrical components and equipment, covering the identification, risk analysis and mitigation strategies of obsolescence. It focuses on applying management tools and engineering techniques to extend the service life of systems, including replacement selection, reverse engineering and inventory management. The course offers practical knowledge of relevant regulations and standards, enabling professionals to optimise the maintenance and operation of complex electrical installations and equipment.
The programme provides hands-on experience in applying obsolescence management software and developing action plans for the modernisation and upgrading of systems. It is aimed at professionals seeking to reduce costs, improve reliability and ensure safety in industrial, energy and infrastructure environments. The course prepares candidates for roles such as maintenance engineers, reliability specialists, asset managers and obsolescence consultants.
Course in Thermal Management in Machinery Batteries — studying from the United States
Off-road and specialty vehicle engineering is a strong part of American manufacturing, with heavy equipment and agricultural machinery produced across Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, Texas and North Carolina. Companies such as Caterpillar, Deere & Company and Oshkosh Corporation design construction, agricultural, mining and specialty vehicles. Engineers focus on hydraulics, powertrains, operator ergonomics and durability under demanding conditions. Compliance with emissions and safety standards shapes much of the design process.
Fees for the United States: 830 US$ (US Dollars), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in the United States
Typical roles
Questions from the United States
What US bodies are relevant to off-road and special vehicle engineering?
SAE International is central, publishing off-road and heavy machinery standards. Machinery safety is addressed by OSHA, and emissions by the EPA. Professional PE licensure is granted by state boards. SEIUM's qualifications are private and not accredited, so recognition for particular roles is decided by employers or the relevant body.
Where do off-road and special vehicle engineers work in the United States?
Employers include agricultural, construction, and mining equipment manufacturers, defense and specialty vehicle builders, and off-road accessory companies. Roles include design, testing, and drivetrain engineering. Employers evaluate applied skill and experience, so use your final project to show practical competence to hiring managers.
How flexible is the programme for working professionals in the US?
The programmes are 100% online and taught in English, so you can study from home without a student visa. Workloads are 300, 800, or 1,900 hours depending on the programme type, so plan your time accordingly. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship may be possible, so ask your employer early.
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
Explain the influence of temperature on battery performance and lifespan.
Compare air, liquid and phase-change cooling architectures.
Calculate heat generation and size the thermal system.
Design thermal control strategies integrated into the BMS.
Identify thermal runaway risks and their protection measures.
Plan the operation and maintenance of the thermal system.
Develop the thermal design of a battery for machinery.
Who it's for
- Battery systems engineer wishing to specialise in Thermal Management in Machinery Batteries.
- Thermal management engineer wishing to specialise in Thermal Management in Machinery Batteries.
- BMS engineer wishing to specialise in Thermal Management in Machinery Batteries.
- Battery safety engineer wishing to specialise in Thermal Management in Machinery Batteries.
- Battery validation technician wishing to specialise in Thermal Management in Machinery Batteries.
- Machinery electrification engineer wishing to specialise in Thermal Management in Machinery Batteries.
- Graduates in engineering or science seeking to enter the electric construction machinery sector.
What you'll work with
- IEC 62619 (safety of industrial lithium batteries)
- UN 38.3 (transport testing of lithium batteries)
- Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 (batteries and waste batteries)
- ISO 6469-1 (safety of energy storage systems in electric vehicles)
- UN ECE Regulation No. 100 (electrical safety)
- SAE J2464 (battery abuse testing)
- EN 1175 (electrical safety of industrial trucks)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Operating temperature range of the cells1.2Effect of cold on available power1.3Effect of heat on degradation1.4Heat generation during charging and discharging1.5Internal resistance and losses1.6Thermal gradients between cells and their effect1.7Imbalance and differential ageing1.8Machinery duty cycle requirements1.9Extreme environmental conditions1.10Workshop: estimating the heat generated in a cycle
2.1Air cooling: scope and limits2.2Indirect liquid cooling2.3Immersion cooling2.4Cold plates and thermal paths2.5Battery heating in cold conditions2.6Heat pump and heat recovery2.7Integration with the machine's circuit2.8Thermal insulation of the pack2.9Comparison of solutions by application2.10Practice: selecting an architecture for a case
3.1Thermal balance of the pack3.2Cell and module thermal models3.3Thermal simulation and electrical coupling3.4Sizing the circuit and the heat exchanger3.5Flow rates, temperatures and pressure drops3.6Thermal interface materials3.7Design against thermal propagation between cells3.8Design verification through testing3.9Margins and extreme cases3.10Practice: sizing a cooling circuit
4.1Temperature sensors and their location4.2Circuit control strategies4.3Power limitation due to temperature4.4Preconditioning before charging4.5Thermal management during fast charging4.6Diagnosis of thermal system faults4.7Alarms and protections4.8Thermal data logging4.9Integration with the battery management system4.10Practice: defining the control strategy
5.1Thermal runaway: mechanism and triggers5.2Prevention and early detection5.3Containment and delay of propagation5.4Gas venting and its ducting5.5Protection against impact and vibration5.6Response to a damaged battery5.7Extinguishing and the limitations of common agents5.8Staff training and procedures5.9Applicable regulations and testing5.10Practice: analysis of a thermal scenario
6.1Operation in hot and cold climates6.2Charging practices that preserve the battery6.3Maintenance of the cooling circuit6.4Coolant fluids and their control6.5Monitoring the battery's state of health6.6Second life and end of life of the pack6.7Cost of thermal management and its return6.8Common errors in thermal design6.9Trends in thermal management6.10Final project: thermal management system for a machine
How you'll learn
Fully 100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded lectures and an assigned technical tutor. There is no fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to fit the course around work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The software used is Ansys Fluent, COMSOL Multiphysics, MATLAB/Simulink (Simscape Battery), GT-SUITE, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Case studies draw on real procedures for temperature-controlled cycling tests, thermal simulation of modules and liquid cooling tests. 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 influence of temperature on battery performance and lifespan.
Compare air, liquid and phase-change cooling architectures.
Calculate heat generation and size the thermal system.
Design thermal control strategies integrated into the BMS.
Identify thermal runaway risks and their protection measures.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient level of Spanish to follow technical regulatory 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 totals 300 hours, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
You will work with Ansys Fluent, COMSOL Multiphysics, MATLAB/Simulink (Simscape Battery), GT-SUITE. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An own diploma from SEIUM upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. This 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 higher programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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