Postgraduate Diploma in Conformal Antennas and Chamber Measurement
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Conformal Antennas and Chamber Measurement. 8 modules covering IEEE 149-2021, IEEE 1720-2012 and CST Studio Suite. Assigned tutor and enrolment open.
Postgraduate Diploma in Conformal Antennas and Chamber Measurement — studying from the United States
Electronics and telecommunications are foundational to the American economy, with research and manufacturing hubs in California, Texas, Arizona, New York and Oregon. Semiconductor investments and wireless network deployment are driving demand for hardware, firmware and systems engineers. Embedded systems now appear across automotive, medical, industrial and consumer products, requiring expertise in real-time software and secure design. Regulatory compliance with federal spectrum and safety rules is a key part of professional practice.
Fees for the United States: US$1,220 (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 electronics, embedded systems and telecom engineering?
The IEEE is the main professional body for electronics and telecom engineers in the US, and it publishes widely used standards. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulates radio and telecom equipment. Professional Engineer licensure from state boards exists but is less common in this field. SEIUM's qualifications are private and not official degrees, so recognition rests with employers or relevant bodies.
How do US electronics and telecom employers regard private online qualifications?
US semiconductor, telecom and embedded-systems employers typically look for accredited degrees, hands-on design experience and familiarity with relevant standards. A private online qualification can document focused study, but it is not a standard requirement and its value is decided by each employer. Practical design projects and certifications often carry more weight.
Can I study embedded systems from the US around a full-time role?
Yes, the programmes are online, taught in English, and do not need a student visa. The commitment is roughly 1,900 hours for a master's, 800 hours for a postgraduate diploma, or 300 hours for a specialist course. An assigned technical tutor supports your progress. Fees can be paid in instalments, and some employers fund training, so ask whether your employer offers support.
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What you will be able to do
Analyse the effect of curvature on antenna behaviour.
Design conformal antennas on curved and flexible substrates.
Select materials and manufacturing processes for conformal antennas.
Describe how anechoic chambers and compact ranges operate.
Apply near-field to far-field transformations.
Measure gain, polarisation and radiation patterns of antennas.
Estimate the uncertainty of antenna measurements.
Who it's for
- Antenna engineer who wants to specialise in Conformal Antennas and Chamber Measurement.
- Antenna measurement engineer who wants to specialise in Conformal Antennas and Chamber Measurement.
- Radio systems integration engineer who wants to specialise in Conformal Antennas and Chamber Measurement.
- Anechoic chamber technician who wants to specialise in Conformal Antennas and Chamber Measurement.
- RF materials engineer who wants to specialise in Conformal Antennas and Chamber Measurement.
- Electromagnetics researcher who wants to specialise in Conformal Antennas and Chamber Measurement.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter the aerospace sector.
What you'll work with
- IEEE 149-2021
- IEEE 1720-2012
- IEEE 145-2013
- ISO/IEC 17025:2017
- IEEE 1128-1998
- IPC-2223
- ANSI/NCSL Z540.3
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Concept and motivation for conformal antennas1.2Cylindrical, conical and spherical surfaces1.3Effect of curvature on the pattern1.4Surface waves and diffraction on curved surfaces1.5Conformal arrays and beam steering1.6Integration into vehicle structures1.7Antennas on aircraft fuselages1.8Portable and textile antennas1.9Gain and polarisation limitations1.10Case study: antenna on a vehicle roof
2.1Patches on curved substrates2.2Antennas on flexible substrates2.3Conformal arrays with compensated phase2.4Slot antennas on metallic surfaces2.5Modelling the supporting structure2.6Frequency- and time-domain simulation2.7Radome and coating effects2.8Design for low aerodynamic profile2.9Sensitivity to deformation2.10Practice: patch on a cylinder in an EM simulator
3.1Polyimide and LCP flexible substrates3.2Conductive inks and additive printing3.3Printed electronics and screen printing3.4Laser direct structuring (LDS) injection moulding3.5Conductive fabrics and embroidery3.6Structural composites with embedded antennas3.7Dielectric characterisation of materials3.8Tolerances and process control3.9Reliability under bending and environmental conditions3.10Laboratory: dielectric characterisation of a substrate
4.1Chamber types and applications4.2Pyramidal and ferrite absorbers4.3Reflectivity and chamber performance4.4Outdoor far-field ranges4.5Compact ranges with reflector4.6Positioners and measurement towers4.7Probes and reference antennas4.8RF equipment and control systems4.9Chamber validation4.10Workshop: estimating the reflectivity of a chamber
5.1Near-field transformation principle5.2Planar, cylindrical and spherical scanning5.3Probe correction5.4Sampling criteria5.5Truncation and errors5.6Mechanical alignment and its effect5.7Measurements of active arrays5.8Antenna diagnostics by back-propagation5.9Multi-probe systems for rapid measurement5.10Practice: spherical near-field transformation
6.1Principal-plane and 3D patterns6.2Gain by substitution and by three-antenna method6.3Directivity and radiation efficiency6.4Polarisation and axial ratio6.5Phase centre6.6Input impedance and return loss6.7Measurement of installed antennas6.8Comparison of measurement and simulation6.9Presentation of results6.10Laboratory: gain measurement by substitution
7.1Sources of error in antenna measurements7.2Analysis of NIST's 18 terms7.3Multiple reflections and their correction7.4Equipment drift and temperature7.5Repeatability of the setup7.6Interlaboratory comparisons7.7Accreditation under ISO/IEC 170257.8Traceable measurement reports7.9Laboratory operating procedures7.10Case study: gain uncertainty budget
8.1Application and antenna requirements8.2Conformal electromagnetic design8.3Material selection and manufacturing8.4Integrated simulation within the structure8.5Chamber measurement plan8.6Analysis of measured results8.7Uncertainty budget8.8Conclusions and improvements8.9Report 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. There are no fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the enrolment window, so the programme can be combined with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is CST Studio Suite, Ansys HFSS, Altair Feko, NSI-MI NSI2000, TICRA GRASP, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for spherical near-field measurement, gain measurement by substitution in an anechoic chamber, and characterisation of antennas installed on vehicles. 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 effect of curvature on antenna behaviour.
Design conformal antennas on curved and flexible substrates.
Select materials and manufacturing processes for conformal antennas.
Describe how anechoic chambers and compact ranges operate.
Apply near-field to far-field transformations.
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'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 totals 800 hours spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
You work with CST Studio Suite, Ansys HFSS, Altair Feko, NSI-MI NSI2000 and TICRA GRASP. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM Institute 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 in the advanced programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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