Postgraduate Diploma in E/E 2R: CAN/LIN and Diagnostics
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in E/E 2R: CAN/LIN and Diagnostics. 8 modules with ISO 11898-1, ISO 11898-2 and Vector CANoe. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Postgraduate Diploma in E/E 2R: CAN/LIN and Diagnostics — studying from the United States
Motorcycle and two-wheeler engineering in the United States centers on established manufacturers and a strong aftermarket. Major brands such as Harley-Davidson, along with Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki and Indian Motorcycle, maintain design and development operations in the country. The industry also includes electric two-wheeler startups and component suppliers. Engineers work on chassis, powertrain, electronics and rider safety, under federal motor vehicle and emissions regulations.
Fees for the United States: US$1,440 (US Dollars), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in the United States
Typical roles
Questions from the United States
What US professional recognition exists for motorcycle and two-wheeler engineering?
There is no single licensed title for motorcycle engineers in the US. Relevant organizations include SAE International, which publishes vehicle standards, and the Motorcycle Industry Council for industry context. Vehicle safety is regulated by NHTSA and the EPA for emissions. SEIUM qualifications are private and not accredited, so recognition depends on the employer.
What career paths exist for two-wheeler engineers in the United States?
Opportunities exist with motorcycle manufacturers, component suppliers, powertrain and electric two-wheeler startups, and testing or homologation service providers. Roles include design engineer, test engineer, and performance development specialist. Demand and hiring vary by company and market, so research current openings and speak with employers in your target segment.
Can I study this while keeping a job in the US?
Yes, the programmes are 100% online and taught in English, so you study from home and need no student visa. Plan for the stated workload of 300 to 1,900 hours depending on the programme. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship may be possible, so discuss support with your employer before you commit.
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What you will be able to do
Describe electrical and electronic architectures of motorcycles.
Design CAN and CAN FD networks with load and timing criteria.
Apply the LIN bus and other protocols in auxiliary functions.
Implement UDS diagnostic services in control units.
Validate communication networks through simulation and testing.
Size wiring harnesses and protections.
Analyse cybersecurity threats in the vehicle network.
Who it's for
- E/E architecture engineer who wants to specialise in E/E 2R: CAN/LIN and Diagnostics.
- Communication networks engineer who wants to specialise in E/E 2R: CAN/LIN and Diagnostics.
- Diagnostics engineer who wants to specialise in E/E 2R: CAN/LIN and Diagnostics.
- Motorcycle electronics technician who wants to specialise in E/E 2R: CAN/LIN and Diagnostics.
- Electrical validation engineer who wants to specialise in E/E 2R: CAN/LIN and Diagnostics.
- Cybersecurity engineer who wants to specialise in E/E 2R: CAN/LIN and Diagnostics.
- Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter motorcycle manufacturing.
What you'll work with
- ISO 11898-1
- ISO 11898-2
- ISO 17987-1
- ISO 14229-1
- ISO 15765-2
- ISO 19689
- ISO 22901-1
- ISO 16750-2
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Evolution of electronics in motorcycles1.2Control units and functions1.3Distributed and centralised architectures1.412 V power supply and energy management1.5Wiring and connectors1.6Earthing and available space1.7Environmental requirements for temperature and humidity1.8Protection against water and vibration1.9Trends towards zonal controllers1.10Workshop: E/E block diagram of a current motorcycle
2.1Physical layer and transceivers2.2Frames, identifiers and arbitration2.3Bit rates and bus length2.4CAN FD and higher payload2.5Error detection and confinement2.6DBC databases2.7Message design and periodicity2.8Bus load2.9Termination and topology2.10Practical: analysis of CAN frames with CANoe
3.1LIN master and slaves3.2Scheduling tables3.3LDF network description files3.4Applications in controls and lighting3.5SENT for sensors3.6Automotive Ethernet in motorcycles3.7Protocol comparison3.8Gateways between networks3.9Cost per node3.10Laboratory: LIN network for handlebar switchgear
4.1UDS diagnostic services4.2Transport over CAN4.3Diagnostic trouble codes (DTC)4.4Event memory4.5Workshop diagnostics4.6Diagnostic connector4.7ODX diagnostic data description4.8Access security4.9Remote cloud diagnostics4.10Case study: UDS session for reading fault codes
5.1Communications specification5.2Network simulation5.3Conformance testing5.4Robustness testing5.5Fault injection5.6Timing analysis5.7DBC version management5.8Supplier integration5.9Analysis tools5.10Practical: network simulation with virtual nodes
6.1Harness design6.2Cross-sections and voltage drop6.3Fuses and relays6.4Sealed connectors and their sealing6.5Routing in the chassis6.6Electrical testing of harnesses6.7Typical wiring faults6.8Workshop repair6.9Electrical documentation and schematics6.10Case study: cross-section calculation for accessories
7.1Threats to communication buses7.2Message authentication7.3Diagnostic security7.4UNECE cybersecurity requirements7.5Electrical environmental testing7.6Electromagnetic compatibility of networks7.7Supplier management7.8Electronic supplier audits7.9System maintenance7.10Workshop: CAN network threat analysis
8.1Function definition8.2Control unit architecture8.3CAN network design8.4LIN network design8.5Diagnostic strategy8.6Simulation and validation8.7Cybersecurity analysis8.8Technical network documentation8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Vector CANoe, Vector CANalyzer, Vector CANdelaStudio, PEAK PCAN-View, Wireshark, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for frame analysis and bus load in the vehicle, UDS diagnostic sessions with injected faults, and network simulation with virtual nodes. Assessment is continuous per 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.
Describe electrical and electronic architectures of motorcycles.
Design CAN and CAN FD networks with load and timing criteria.
Apply the LIN bus and other protocols in auxiliary functions.
Implement UDS diagnostic services in control units.
Validate communication networks through simulation and testing.
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 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 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.
Work is carried out with Vector CANoe, Vector CANalyzer, Vector CANdelaStudio, PEAK PCAN-View, Wireshark. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An SEIUM diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification issued by the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are credited towards the higher programme. Check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.
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