ISO Standards Course in Hydrogen Storage
Online 300-hour course in ISO standards for hydrogen storage. 6 modules covering ISO/TR 15916 (hydrogen system safety), ISO 19881 (gaseous hydrogen fuel containers for vehicles) and ANSYS Mechanical. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
ISO Standards Course in Hydrogen Storage — studying from the United States
Defense engineering is a major pillar of the American economy, with strong clusters in Virginia, Maryland, Alabama, Connecticut and California. Prime contractors such as Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, Northrop Grumman and BAE Systems Inc. develop land, air and naval systems for the Department of Defense. Work spans vehicle design, weapons integration, survivability and secure systems, governed by strict security and procurement rules. Engineers in this field often hold or pursue security clearances, which shapes career paths and project access.
Fees for the United States: US$610 (US Dollars), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in the United States
Typical roles
Questions from the United States
What US bodies and clearance rules apply to defense and land-systems engineering?
Defense engineering in the US is shaped by the Department of Defense and agencies such as the Army Contracting Command, with work often requiring security clearances issued through federal processes. Professional engineering bodies include the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) and ASME for mechanical systems. Licensure, where needed, comes from state boards. SEIUM's private qualifications are not official degrees and do not confer clearances or licences.
Do US defense contractors and government employers recognize private engineering qualifications?
US defense primes and government employers typically require US citizenship for many roles, security clearances, and accredited degrees or proven experience. A private online qualification is not a substitute for these and is assessed by each employer. It may complement existing expertise, but it should not be relied on as a route into cleared or government positions.
Can a US-based engineer study land-systems topics online alongside full-time work?
Yes, the programmes are online and taught in English, so you can study from home without a student visa. The workload is about 1,900 hours for a master's, 800 hours for a postgraduate diploma, or 300 hours for a specialist course. Each student receives an assigned technical tutor. Fees are payable in instalments, and some employers fund training, so you may wish to ask your employer about support.
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What you will be able to do
Explain the properties of hydrogen relevant to its storage.
Compare compressed, liquid and material-based storage technologies.
Apply ISO requirements to gaseous hydrogen containers.
Assess material compatibility and the risk of hydrogen embrittlement.
Identify hazards and safety measures in hydrogen installations.
Plan the conformity tests of a storage system.
Develop a storage project that complies with applicable regulations.
Who it's for
- Hydrogen systems engineer who wants to specialise in ISO Standards in hydrogen storage.
- Pressure vessel engineer who wants to specialise in ISO Standards in hydrogen storage.
- Industrial safety technician who wants to specialise in ISO Standards in hydrogen storage.
- Materials engineer who wants to specialise in ISO Standards in hydrogen storage.
- Product certification manager who wants to specialise in ISO Standards in hydrogen storage.
- Energy transition consultant who wants to specialise in ISO Standards in hydrogen storage.
- Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter the energy sector.
What you'll work with
- ISO/TR 15916 (hydrogen system safety)
- ISO 19881 (gaseous hydrogen fuel containers for vehicles)
- ISO 16111 (metal hydride storage)
- ISO 11114-4 (hydrogen embrittlement)
- ISO 13985 (liquid hydrogen tanks)
- ISO 19880-1 (refuelling stations)
- Directive 2014/68/EU (pressure equipment)
- UNECE Regulation No. 134
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Relevant physical and chemical properties1.2Energy density by mass and by volume1.3Production routes and purity grades1.4Hydrogen logistics chain1.5Applications: mobility, industry and electrical backup1.6Inherent risks: flammability, diffusion and embrittlement1.7Regulatory and industrial safety framework1.8Standardisation bodies involved1.9Sector vocabulary and acronyms1.10Exercise: comparing storage options for a case
2.1Pressure levels and their applications2.2Container types and their classification by construction2.3Metallic and composite materials2.4Design and manufacturing standards for containers2.5Type tests: pressure, cycling and fire2.6Compressors and compression stations2.7Valves, regulators and relief devices2.8Periodic inspection and revalidation2.9Service life and retirement criteria2.10Practice: specifying a container for an application
3.1Liquefaction and cryogenic temperature3.2Cryogenic tanks and insulation3.3Boil-off and management of released gas3.4Metal hydrides and their behaviour3.5Liquid organic hydrogen carriers3.6Ammonia and methanol as carriers3.7Underground geological storage3.8Criteria for selecting between technologies3.9Full-cycle efficiency3.10Practice: energy balance of a storage chain
4.1Hydrogen embrittlement of metals4.2Selection of compatible steels and alloys4.3Polymer and seal compatibility4.4Permeation and diffusion losses4.5Material compatibility testing4.6Fatigue from pressure cycling4.7Welding and surface treatments4.8Inspection and non-destructive testing4.9In-service integrity monitoring4.10Practice: selecting materials for an installation
5.1Risk analysis of a hydrogen installation5.2Classification of explosive atmosphere zones5.3Ventilation and leak detection5.4Safety distances and barriers5.5Fire protection and venting5.6Earthing and static electricity5.7Administrative procedures and authorisations5.8Conformity assessment and marking5.9Staff training and emergency plan5.10Practice: risk analysis of a refuelling station
6.1Choice of application and demand6.2Justified selection of storage technology6.3Sizing of the installation6.4Specification of equipment and materials6.5Risk analysis and zone classification6.6Conformity dossier and authorisations6.7Inspection and maintenance plan6.8Economic analysis of the solution6.9Technical report6.10Project defence
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM Institute campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine study with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is ANSYS Mechanical, Aspen HYSYS, PHAST (DNV), MATLAB, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real test procedures for pressure cycling, permeation and embrittlement testing, and leak consequence analysis. Assessment is continuous across modules, 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 properties of hydrogen relevant to its storage.
Compare compressed, liquid and material-based storage technologies.
Apply ISO requirements to gaseous hydrogen containers.
Assess material compatibility and the risk of hydrogen embrittlement.
Identify hazards and safety measures in hydrogen installations.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient level of 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 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.
The programme uses ANSYS Mechanical, Aspen HYSYS, PHAST (DNV), MATLAB. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An SEIUM Institute own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating 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 recognised towards the advanced programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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