Diploma in Component Integration in Tubular Chassis
Online postgraduate diploma of 800 hours in component integration in tubular chassis. 8 modules covering vehicle architecture, suspension and steering mounts, powertrain, fluid systems, wiring harnesses, cockpit safety and final verification, with an assigned technical tutor.
Diploma in Component Integration in Tubular Chassis — 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$2,000 (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.
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
Plan the integration of systems in a tubular chassis.
Fabricate suspension and steering mounts.
Integrate the powertrain, cooling and exhaust.
Install fluid circuits safely.
Design and install the electrical system.
Integrate the cockpit and safety equipment.
Verify the complete vehicle before use.
Who it's for
- Vehicle integration technicians.
- Motorsport mechanics.
- Vehicle electrical technicians working on bespoke builds.
- Systems designers.
- Prototype builders.
- Preparation workshop managers.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking a career in motorsport.
What you'll work with
- FIA Appendix J, Article 253 (safety equipment and safety cages)
- ISO 6722-1 (road vehicle cables, copper conductors)
- ISO 8820-1 (road vehicle fuse-links)
- SAE J1739 (potential failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA))
- EN ISO 3834-2 (comprehensive quality requirements for fusion welding)
- FIA FT3-1999 (safety fuel tanks)
- SolidWorks
- Autodesk Fusion
- Siemens Capital
- KiCad
8 modules
1.1System layout1.2Centre of gravity1.3Design hard points1.4Integration at the design stage1.5Regulatory requirements1.6Accessibility for maintenance1.7System weights1.8Interferences1.9Configuration management1.10Practical: integration map of a vehicle
2.1Mounting points2.2Tabs and brackets2.3Rod ends and bushes2.4Loads on mountings2.5Local reinforcements2.6Steering rack2.7Steering column and wheel2.8Geometry adjustability2.9Position verification2.10Workshop: fabricating suspension brackets
3.1Engine mounts3.2Driveline alignment3.3Gearbox and differential3.4Shafts and joints3.5Exhaust and heat shielding3.6Cooling3.7Intake3.8Fitting clearances3.9Vibration3.10Laboratory: measuring driveline alignment
4.1Fuel tanks4.2Fuel lines4.3Brake circuit4.4Cooling circuit4.5Oil circuit4.6Fittings and hoses4.7Bulkhead connectors and protection4.8Leak prevention4.9Bleeding and filling4.10Practical: routing fuel and brake lines
5.1Electrical architecture5.2Wiring harness5.3Fastening to the tubes5.4Abrasion protection5.5Connectors5.6Fuses and relays5.7Earthing in tubular chassis5.8Battery master switches5.9Control electronics5.10Workshop: building and installing a harness
6.1Seats and anchorages6.2Safety harnesses6.3Pedal box6.4Controls and gear lever6.5Instrumentation6.6Fire extinguishers6.7Panels and floors6.8Driver ergonomics6.9Visibility6.10Case study: integrating a cockpit
7.1Composite panels7.2Quick-release fasteners7.3Basic aerodynamics7.4Weighing and weight distribution7.5Geometry verification7.6Functional tests7.7Leak tests7.8Final checklist7.9Technical documentation7.10Practical: final verification of a vehicle
8.1Vehicle selection8.2Integration plan8.3Mounts and brackets8.4Powertrain8.5Fluids8.6Electrical system8.7Verification8.8Technical dossier8.9Report and presentation8.10Final project: final review with your tutor
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 each intake, so you can combine the programme with your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is SolidWorks, Autodesk Fusion, Siemens Capital and KiCad, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied on real procedures for building and installing a harness in a tubular chassis, driveline alignment and leak testing of circuits. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final project.
Standards covered: FIA Appendix J, Article 253, ISO 6722-1, ISO 8820-1, SAE J1739, EN ISO 3834-2, FIA FT3-1999.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
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 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.
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 SolidWorks, Autodesk Fusion, Siemens Capital and KiCad, 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), plus 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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