Postgraduate Diploma in Technical Dossier and Parc Fermé Verification
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Technical Dossier and Parc Fermé Verification. 8 modules covering the FIA Formula 1 Technical Regulations, FIA Formula 1 Sporting Regulations and Siemens Teamcenter. Dedicated tutor and open enrolment.
Postgraduate Diploma in Technical Dossier and Parc Fermé Verification — 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$2,000 (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.
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What you will be able to do
Understand the process of technical scrutineering at an event.
Prepare a complete technical dossier for the vehicle.
Carry out regulatory measurements using official methods.
Apply the parc fermé regime without incurring penalties.
Prepare the team with internal pre-event checks.
Manage homologated and sealed components.
Communicate formally with delegates and technical commissioners.
Who it's for
- Technical Compliance Manager looking to specialise in technical dossier and parc fermé verification.
- Chief Mechanic Looking to Specialise in Technical Dossier and Parc Fermé Verification.
- Regulations engineer looking to specialise in technical dossier and parc fermé verification.
- Quality manager looking to specialise in technical dossier and parc fermé verification.
- Metrology Technician looking to specialise in technical dossier and parc fermé verification.
- Team Manager looking to specialize in technical dossier and parc fermé verification.
- Graduates in engineering or science looking to enter single-seater competition.
What you'll work with
- FIA Formula 1 Technical Regulations
- FIA Formula 1 Sporting Regulations
- FIA International Sporting Code
- Appendix J of the FIA International Sporting Code
- FIA Homologation Regulations
- ISO/IEC 17025:2017 competence of testing and calibration laboratories
- ISO 9001:2015 quality management systems
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Role of the technical commissioners1.2Pre-event scrutineering1.3Scrutineering during the event1.4Post-race scrutineering1.5Random selection of cars1.6Right of inspection1.7Official measuring tools1.8Results and communications1.9Consequences of non-conformity1.10Workshop: scrutineering schedule for an event
2.1Contents of the technical dossier2.2Car technical passport2.3Homologation forms2.4Component declarations2.5Reference drawings and CAD2.6Safety structure certificates2.7Power unit registry2.8Dossier version control2.9Confidentiality of information2.10Practice: index of a complete technical dossier
3.1Minimum weight and weighing procedure3.2Bodywork dimensions and templates3.3Ride height and floor plank3.4Wing deflection and load tests3.5Fuel and its sampling3.6Homologated sensors and flow meter3.7Tyres and pressures3.8Noise measurement3.9Standard electronics and software3.10Laboratory: wing deflection test
4.1Definition of parc fermé 4.2 start and end of the regime 4.3 work permitted in parc fermé 4.4 changes with authority 4.5 seals and tags 4.6 penalties for Non-Compliance 4.7 Car Management between Qualifying and the Race 4.8 Wet Weather Procedures 4.9 Parc Fermé in Endurance and Rally 4.10 Case Study: Parc Fermé Change Request
5.1Technical compliance manager5.2Pre-event checklists5.3Internal simulation of scrutineering5.4Own measurement before the event5.5Safety margins in weight and dimensions5.6Floor plank wear control5.7Mechanic training5.8Liaison with technical delegates5.9Lessons from disqualifications5.10Practice: internal pre-event scrutineering
6.1Components with limited allocation6.2Power units and gearboxes6.3Seals and their management6.4Component usage records6.5Replacement and grid penalties6.6Supplier standard parts6.7Free-design parts versus listed parts6.8Supplier control6.9Component auditing6.10Case study: power unit change beyond allocation
7.1Technical delegate notes7.2Technical queries and clarifications7.3Official responses and their scope7.4Technical directives and their scope7.5Communications log7.6Confidentiality management7.7Preparing documentary evidence7.8Technical protests between teams7.9Appeals against technical decisions7.10Workshop: drafting a technical query to the delegate
8.1Category and Regulation Selection 8.2 Technical Dossier Structure 8.3 Internal Measurement Procedures 8.4 Control Plan for Sealed Components 8.5 Parc Fermé Protocol 8.6 Team Training Plan 8.7 Non-Conformity Risk Analysis 8.8 Compliance Indicators 8.9 Report and Presentation 8.10 Final Review with the Tutor
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and a dedicated technical tutor. No fixed timetable: Students progress at their own pace within the input, making it possible to combine with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is siemens teamcenter, PTC windchill, lighthouse CAM2, Microsoft SharePoint, Motec i2 pro, in free, academic or evaluation versions. tests are studied using real procedures for internal simulation of technical scrutineering, weight and dimension checks before the event, and parc fermé management. Assessment is continuous per 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.
Understand the process of technical scrutineering at an event.
Prepare a complete technical dossier for the vehicle.
Carry out regulatory measurements using official methods.
Apply the parc fermé regime without incurring penalties.
Prepare the team with internal pre-event checks.
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 regulatory texts.
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 between 10 and 15 hours per week on average, compatible with a full-time job.
You will work with Siemens Teamcenter, PTC Windchill, FARO CAM2, Microsoft SharePoint, MoTeC i2 Pro. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An own diploma from SEIUM upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. It is in-house training, not an official Ministry qualification.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.
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