Master’s in PLM/PDM for Design: BOMs 150/151
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in PLM/PDM for Design: BOMs 150/151. 12 modules covering product data, EBOM and MBOM structures, CAD management in PDM, engineering change management, configuration and variants under ISO 10007, manufacturing integration, workflows, compliance and PLM implementation, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in PLM/PDM for Design: BOMs 150/151 — studying from South Africa
Materials and manufacturing underpin South Africa's mining, metals, automotive and heavy engineering industries. The country's rich mineral base supports research and production in metallurgy, polymers and advanced materials, and the CSIR and universities contribute to materials science. Quality management and standards compliance are essential for exporters, supported by the South African Bureau of Standards. Engineers in this field work on process control, materials testing and continuous improvement across production lines.
Fees for South Africa: R 129 000 (South African rand), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in South Africa
Typical roles
Questions from South Africa
Will a SEIUM qualification be recognised by the professional bodies in South Africa for this area?
SEIUM qualifications are private, not official state degrees, and are not accredited by any South African body. For quality and manufacturing, relevant bodies include the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) and professional engineering institutions, with ECSA handling professional registration. Recognition of a private qualification rests with employers or those bodies, so confirm acceptance with them before you enrol.
How might this qualification be used by employers in South Africa in materials and manufacturing?
Manufacturers, materials suppliers and quality departments value practical knowledge of materials behaviour, process control and quality systems. A private advanced qualification can strengthen a CV, especially combined with shop-floor or engineering experience. Its value is judged by each employer, so discuss it with potential employers in your industry to gauge how it would be received.
Can I study this programme alongside full-time work from South Africa, and is there a time zone or language issue?
The programme is 100% online and in English, so you can study from home and do not need a student visa. Master's programmes take 1,900 hours, postgraduate diplomas 800 hours and specialist courses 300 hours. You get an assigned technical tutor, can pay fees in instalments, and may seek employer sponsorship. Check the time-zone and workload details with SEIUM directly.
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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
Understand the product lifecycle and product data in engineering.
Structure engineering and manufacturing bills of materials.
Manage CAD data in PDM systems.
Design robust engineering change management processes.
Manage product variants and configurations.
Integrate PLM with ERP and manufacturing.
Plan the implementation of PLM solutions.
Who it's for
- PLM consultants looking to deepen their expertise in BOM structures and change management.
- PDM administrators who manage CAD data and release processes.
- Configuration engineers working with variants and 150% BOMs.
- Product data managers responsible for data quality and traceability.
- Engineering process analysts designing workflows and approvals.
- PLM implementation project managers.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter the automotive sector.
What you'll work with
- ISO 10007 (quality management — guidelines for configuration management)
- ISO 10303-242 (STEP AP242, managed model-based 3D engineering)
- ISO 9001 (quality management systems)
- VDA 4965 (engineering change management in the automotive industry)
- ISO 14306 (JT file format for 3D visualisation)
- EIA-649 (configuration management standard)
- ISO/IEC 15288 (systems and software engineering — system lifecycle processes)
- PTC Windchill
- Siemens Teamcenter
- Autodesk Vault
- SAP S/4HANA
- Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE
12 modules
1.1Product lifecycle1.2Difference between PDM and PLM1.3Objects: part, document and CAD model1.4Metadata and classification1.5Part identification and numbering1.6Versions, revisions and iterations1.7Maturity and release states1.8Design data management in studios1.9Costs of poor data management1.10Case study: data diagnosis of a design studio
2.1The bill of materials concept2.2Engineering BOM (EBOM)2.3Manufacturing BOM (MBOM)2.4Service and configuration BOMs2.5Multi-level BOMs and phantoms2.6BOM uses in ERP2.7Quantities and units of measure2.8Alternates and substitute parts2.9Consistency between EBOM and MBOM2.10Workshop: EBOM structure of a product
3.1Vault, Windchill and Teamcenter3.2Model check-in and check-out3.3Assemblies and references3.4Component library management3.5Multi-platform CAD integration3.6STEP and JT neutral formats3.7Lightweight model visualisation3.8Drawing management3.9Modelling best practices3.10Practical exercise: workflow in a PDM
4.1Engineering change requests (ECR)4.2Engineering change orders (ECO)4.3Change impact analysis4.4Change control boards (CCB)4.5Effectivity and cut-off dates4.6Part interchangeability4.7Change traceability4.8Urgent changes and deviations4.9Change process indicators4.10Case study: managing a change to a component
5.1Configuration management according to ISO 100075.2Option-configurable products5.3Option and variant rules5.4150% BOM5.5Filtering to a 100% BOM5.6Product configurators5.7Platforms and modules5.8Variant complexity5.9Configuration management in design5.10Lab: 150% BOM with options
6.1EBOM to MBOM transformation6.2Process planning6.3Manufacturing routings6.4BOP and the digital plant6.5PLM integration with ERP6.6Integration with MES6.7Work instructions6.8Tooling management6.9Product industrialisation6.10Practical exercise: EBOM to MBOM transformation
7.1BPMN process modelling7.2Approval workflows7.3Roles and permissions7.4Notifications and tasks7.5Digital design reviews7.6Controlled document management7.7Electronic signature of approvals7.8Process auditing7.9Workflow automation7.10Workshop: release workflow for a design
8.1Class-A surface data8.2CMF management in PLM8.3Material and colour libraries8.4Management of renders and visualisations8.5Collaboration with design suppliers8.6Intellectual property protection8.7Management of mock-ups and prototypes8.8Design review in PLM8.9Traceability of aesthetic decisions8.10Case study: managing a colour range
9.1Requirements and traceability9.2Material compliance management9.3REACH and RoHS substances9.4IMDS material declarations9.5Supplier quality9.6Non-conformance management9.7Product data audits9.8Certification documentation9.9Risk management9.10Practical exercise: material compliance in PLM
10.1Implementation strategy10.2Platform selection10.3Data modelling10.4Legacy data migration10.5Customisation versus out-of-the-box10.6Organisational change management10.7User training10.8Costs and return10.9Common mistakes in implementations10.10Case study: PLM implementation plan
11.1The product digital thread11.2The product digital twin11.3Cloud PLM11.4Model-based systems engineering11.5Artificial intelligence in PLM11.6Open interoperability between systems11.7Sustainability and the digital product passport11.8Data security11.9The future of PLM11.10Workshop: digital thread roadmap
12.1Selection of the organisation12.2Process diagnosis12.3Proposed data model12.4BOM structures12.5Change process12.6Integration with systems12.7Implementation plan12.8Monitoring indicators12.9Master's Thesis report12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel
How you'll learn
The programme is delivered 100% online on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, so it is compatible with your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is PTC Windchill, Siemens Teamcenter, Autodesk Vault, SAP S/4HANA and Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Exercises are based on real procedures: modelling EBOM and MBOM structures, designing change management processes and drawing up PLM implementation plans for real companies. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: ISO 10007, ISO 10303-242 (STEP AP242), ISO 9001, VDA 4965, ISO 14306 (JT), EIA-649, ISO/IEC 15288.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- A university degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
- An internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme software.
- English sufficient to read 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 totals 1,900 hours over 12–14 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with PTC Windchill, Siemens Teamcenter, Autodesk Vault, SAP S/4HANA and Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute diploma, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the Master's Thesis. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state degree; its recognition depends on the programme completed and the regulations of each country.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.
A university degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent professional experience, plus English sufficient to read technical standards.
Start dates are set by SEIUM's faculty for each intake. Our admissions team will confirm the next available date when you apply.
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