Postgraduate Diploma in Battery Pack Cooling and HV Safety
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Battery Pack Cooling and HV Safety. 8 modules covering UN ECE R100, ISO 6469-1 and GT-SUITE. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Postgraduate Diploma in Battery Pack Cooling and HV Safety — studying from the United States
Automotive engineering in the United States is concentrated in Michigan's Detroit region, with major hubs in Ohio, Indiana, Tennessee and California. Large manufacturers and suppliers, including General Motors, Ford, Stellantis and Tesla, employ engineers across powertrain, chassis, body and vehicle integration. Motorsport, centered in North Carolina and the Indianapolis area, offers specialized opportunities in performance engineering and race vehicle development. Strong regulatory frameworks shape design requirements, making compliance knowledge a valuable asset for engineers in the sector.
Fees for the United States: US$1,670 (US Dollars), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in the United States
Typical roles
Questions from the United States
Which US bodies relate to automotive engineering, and how is it regulated?
Automotive engineering in the US is supported by SAE International, which publishes widely used standards, and the Society of Automotive Engineers’ professional community. Vehicle safety is regulated federally by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and emissions by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Engineering licensure, where it applies, is handled by state boards. SEIUM's private qualifications are not official degrees, so their recognition depends on employers or the relevant body.
How do US automotive and motorsport employers view private online engineering courses?
US automakers, suppliers and motorsport teams generally hire on the basis of accredited degrees, verified experience and demonstrable技术 skills. A private online qualification may support a career move or a specialist skill set, but its weight is decided by each hiring manager. Practical projects and a strong portfolio often matter as much as the credential itself, so treat it as one input among several.
Is a US-based student able to manage a programme's workload alongside a job?
Yes, the programmes are 100% online and taught in English, so there is no travel or visa requirement. The workload is substantial: 1,900 hours for a master's, 800 hours for a postgraduate diploma, and 300 hours for a specialist course. Each student has an assigned technical tutor for support. Fees can be paid in instalments, and employer sponsorship may be possible, so check with your employer about training support.
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
Analyse the architecture of high-performance battery packs.
Quantify heat generation in lithium-ion cells.
Design homogeneous, lightweight cooling systems.
Simulate the thermal behaviour of the pack over a race cycle.
Apply high-voltage safety procedures.
Prevent and mitigate the propagation of thermal runaway.
Plan validation in line with current regulations.
Who it's for
- Battery engineer looking to specialise in Battery Pack Cooling and HV Safety.
- Thermal engineer looking to specialise in Battery Pack Cooling and HV Safety.
- High-voltage safety manager looking to specialise in Battery Pack Cooling and HV Safety.
- Battery validation engineer looking to specialise in Battery Pack Cooling and HV Safety.
- CFD simulation engineer looking to specialise in Battery Pack Cooling and HV Safety.
- HV systems technician looking to specialise in Battery Pack Cooling and HV Safety.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to enter electric motorsport.
What you'll work with
- UN ECE R100
- ISO 6469-1
- UN Manual of Tests and Criteria 38.3
- IEC 62660-2
- FIA Formula E Technical Regulations
- SAE J2464
- IEC 62619
- ISO 6469-3
8 modules · 800 h
1.1NMC and LFP cell chemistries1.2Formats: cylindrical, pouch and prismatic1.3Series and parallel configurations1.4Energy and power density1.5Modules, casing and structure1.6Battery management system (BMS)1.7Regulatory battery requirements1.8Mass, centre of gravity and packaging1.9Formula E and Extreme H pack case studies1.10Practical case: configuring an 800 V pack
2.1Internal resistance and Joule losses2.2Reversible and entropic heat2.3Temperature and SOC dependence2.4Calorimetry tests2.5Equivalent circuit models2.6Temperature gradients within the cell2.7Temperature-accelerated ageing2.8Optimal operating window2.9Current profiles in racing2.10Laboratory: heat estimation with an ECM model
3.1Forced-air cooling3.2Cold plates with glycol water3.3Dielectric immersion cooling3.4Side versus bottom cooling3.5Thermal interface materials3.6Channel design and pressure drop3.7Thermal homogeneity between cells3.8Pumps, radiators and chillers3.9Preconditioning before the race3.10Workshop: designing a cold plate
4.11D models in GT-SUITE4.2Conjugate CFD of cold plates4.3Cell–module electrothermal coupling4.4Reduced-order models for real-time use4.5Validation with thermocouples4.6Flow rate sensitivity analysis4.7Fast-charging scenarios4.8Race cycle simulation4.9Interpreting temperature maps4.10Practical: thermal simulation of a module
5.1Electrical hazards in HV vehicles5.2Insulation and resistance measurement5.3HVIL interlock and emergency disconnection5.4Safety status indicators5.5PPE and insulated tools5.6Live-working procedures5.7Staff training and authorisation5.8Rescue of crashed electric vehicles5.9Single-seater signalling and safety lights5.10Practical: HV lockout procedure
6.1Thermal runaway mechanisms6.2Propagation between cells6.3Thermal barriers and flame-retardant materials6.4Gas venting and channelling6.5Early detection of thermal events6.6Abuse tests: puncture and overcharge6.7Quarantine of damaged batteries6.8Fire extinction and management6.9Racing incident analysis6.10Practical case: designing anti-propagation barriers
7.1Vibration and shock testing7.2Container impact tests7.3Leak-tightness tests7.4UN 38.3 transport tests7.5ECE R100 requirements7.6FIA technical checks7.7DVP&R plan for the pack7.8Traceability of cells and modules7.9In-season reliability management7.10Practical: pack validation plan
8.1Pack requirements specification8.2Cell selection and configuration8.3Cooling system design8.4Race thermal simulation8.5Thermal runaway protection strategy8.6HV safety procedures8.7Testing and homologation plan8.8Mass and performance assessment8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine the programme with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is GT-SUITE, ANSYS Fluent, COMSOL Multiphysics, Simscape Battery, STAR-CCM+, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures: cell calorimetry tests, thermal validation on a cycling bench and HV safety procedure drills. 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.
Analyse the architecture of high-performance battery packs.
Quantify heat generation in lithium-ion cells.
Design homogeneous, lightweight cooling systems.
Simulate the thermal behaviour of the pack over a race cycle.
Apply high-voltage safety procedures.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. A university degree is not 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 comprises 800 hours in total, spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with full-time work.
You work with GT-SUITE, ANSYS Fluent, COMSOL Multiphysics, Simscape Battery and STAR-CCM+. 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 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 higher-level programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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