Postgraduate Diploma in Links Kinematics and 7-Post Testing for 2R
Online 800 h Postgraduate Diploma in Links Kinematics and 7-Post Testing for 2R. 8 modules covering ISO 8855:2011 vehicle dynamics, vocabulary, ISO 8608 road profiles and MATLAB/Simulink. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Postgraduate Diploma in Links Kinematics and 7-Post Testing for 2R — 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$1,220 (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
Analyse rear suspension systems with links.
Calculate the kinematics and progressivity of a mechanism.
Select springs according to the target wheel rate.
Design actuator rig tests for motorcycles.
Analyse suspension responses in the frequency domain.
Correlate rig results with track data.
Size links using fatigue and stiffness criteria.
Who it's for
- Suspension engineer who wants to specialise in Links Kinematics and 7-Post Testing for 2R.
- Dynamic test engineer who wants to specialise in Links Kinematics and 7-Post Testing for 2R.
- Mechanical design engineer who wants to specialise in Links Kinematics and 7-Post Testing for 2R.
- Motorcycle dynamics engineer who wants to specialise in Links Kinematics and 7-Post Testing for 2R.
- Test rig technician who wants to specialise in Links Kinematics and 7-Post Testing for 2R.
- Track engineer who wants to specialise in Links Kinematics and 7-Post Testing for 2R.
- Graduates in engineering or science who want to enter motorcycle racing.
What you'll work with
- ISO 8855:2011 vehicle dynamics, vocabulary
- ISO 8608 road profiles
- ISO 2631-1 whole-body vibration
- Regulation (EU) 168/2013 on the type-approval of L-category vehicles
- FIM Superbike World Championship Technical Rules
- ISO 18431-1 signal processing for vibration
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Link systems in motorcycles1.2Types: Pro-Link, Uni-Trak and similar1.3Leverage ratio1.4Progressivity and its effect1.5Forces in the links1.6Equivalent wheel rate1.7Influence on anti-squat1.8Link adjustability1.9Racing examples1.10Workshop: measuring a real leverage ratio
2.1Analysis of four-bar mechanisms2.2Calculation of the leverage ratio2.3Progressivity curves2.4Sensitivity to lengths2.5Geometry optimisation2.6Kinematic calculation tools2.7Interference and travel2.8CAD validation2.9Comparison of solutions2.10Practice: kinematic calculation of a link system in Python
3.1Calibration of linear and progressive springs3.2Resulting wheel rate3.3Natural frequency of the rear end3.4Preload and sag3.5Interaction with the leverage ratio3.6Spring selection3.7Effect of rider weight3.8End-of-travel bump stops3.9Adjustment between circuits3.10Laboratory: calculation of suspension frequencies
4.1Principle of the 7-post test rig4.2Adaptation to motorcycles: 2- and 4-actuator rigs4.3Motorcycle clamping and lean4.4Road and track excitations4.5Reproduction of measured profiles4.6Measurement of responses4.7Transfer functions4.8Limitations compared with the track4.9Test safety4.10Practice: design of an actuator rig test
5.1Signals and spectra5.2FFT and power spectral density5.3Transfer functions and coherence5.4Pitch and bounce modes5.5Tyre response5.6Tyre–ground contact and load variation5.7Grip indicators5.8Comparison of configurations5.9Practical interpretation of spectra5.10Laboratory: analysis of wheel load variation
6.1Track profiles for the rig6.2Correlation of responses6.3Damping adjustment on the rig6.4Link adjustment on the rig6.5Track validation6.6Reduction of test days6.7Integration with simulation6.8Cost-benefit of the rig6.9Correlation report6.10Case study: link adjustment for a circuit with bumps
7.1Calculation of link loads7.2Materials: aluminium, titanium7.3Machining and bearings7.4Component fatigue7.5Static testing of links7.6Weight and stiffness7.7Adjustments using eccentric bolts7.8Quality and traceability7.9Maintenance of link bearings7.10Workshop: sizing an aluminium link
8.1Definition of progressivity requirements8.2Kinematic calculation of links8.3Spring selection8.4Rig test design8.5Frequency analysis8.6Track correlation8.7Link design8.8Final geometry recommendations8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
Training 100 % online on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded lectures 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 MATLAB/Simulink, MSC Adams, Python with NumPy and SciPy, Siemens Simcenter Testlab, 2D Datarecording, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures for kinematic calculation of link systems, actuator rig testing and frequency analysis of suspension responses. Assessment is continuous, module by module, plus the final integrative project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Analyse rear suspension link systems.
Calculate the kinematics and progressivity of a mechanism.
Select springs according to the target wheel rate.
Design actuator rig tests for motorcycles.
Analyse suspension responses in the frequency domain.
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.
- A level of Spanish sufficient to follow 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 comprises 800 hours in total, spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
The course uses MATLAB/Simulink, MSC Adams, Python with NumPy and SciPy, Siemens Simcenter Testlab, 2D Datarecording. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An SEIUM Institute diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative 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 higher-level programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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