Postgraduate Diploma in Anti-Hopping Clutches and Gearbox Engineering
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Anti-Hopping Clutches and Gearbox Engineering. 8 modules covering ISO 6336-1, ISO 6336-2 and KISSsoft. Personal tutor assigned and enrolment open.
Postgraduate Diploma in Anti-Hopping Clutches and Gearbox Engineering — studying from South Africa
Two-wheeler transport is significant in South Africa, both for commuting and for delivery services, and the motorcycle and scooter market has grown steadily. Local assembly and distribution of motorcycles and scooters are supported by importers and manufacturers, and the sector interacts with road safety regulation and licensing. Engineers working on two-wheelers focus on chassis design, braking systems, emissions and rider safety. Growing interest in electric scooters and light mobility is also shaping demand.
Fees for South Africa: R 33 400 (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 and not accredited by any South African body, so they are not official state degrees. Professional engineering registration runs through ECSA, and motorcycle-related standards and testing involve bodies such as the SABS. Whether a SEIUM qualification is recognised is for employers or the relevant body to decide, so check before enrolling.
How might this qualification be used by employers in South Africa in the two-wheeler sector?
Motorcycle manufacturers, importers, dealers and component suppliers may value engineering depth in vehicle dynamics, powertrains or design. A private qualification can add to your profile, but it does not carry official status, so its impact depends on employer preference and your existing experience. Speak to potential employers to understand their view.
Can I study this programme alongside full-time work from South Africa, and is there a time zone or language issue?
The programme is fully online and taught in English, so you can study from South Africa without a student visa. Master's programmes require 1,900 hours, postgraduate diplomas 800 hours and specialist courses 300 hours, with an assigned technical tutor. Fees can be paid in instalments and employer sponsorship is possible. Ask SEIUM about time-zone expectations and weekly workload before enrolling.
Take the controls.
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
Size multi-plate oil-bath clutches for motorcycles.
Design anti-hopping and assist mechanisms based on ramps.
Analyse the architecture and components of a sequential gearbox.
Calculate gears in accordance with ISO and AGMA standards.
Design reliable and precise selection mechanisms.
Evaluate the lubrication, bearings and noise of the assembly.
Plan the experimental validation of clutch and gearbox.
Who it's for
- Transmission engineer wishing to specialise in Anti-Hopping Clutches and Gearbox Engineering.
- Gear designer wishing to specialise in Anti-Hopping Clutches and Gearbox Engineering.
- Mechanical calculation engineer wishing to specialise in Anti-Hopping Clutches and Gearbox Engineering.
- Transmission test engineer wishing to specialise in Anti-Hopping Clutches and Gearbox Engineering.
- Racing engineer wishing to specialise in Anti-Hopping Clutches and Gearbox Engineering.
- Transmission NVH engineer wishing to specialise in Anti-Hopping Clutches and Gearbox Engineering.
- Graduates in engineering or science seeking to enter motorcycle manufacturing.
What you'll work with
- ISO 6336-1
- ISO 6336-2
- ISO 6336-3
- ISO 1328-1
- ISO 281
- ISO 14635-1
- AGMA 2001-D04
- JASO T903
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Multi-plate oil-bath clutches1.2Friction plates and steel plates1.3Helical and diaphragm springs1.4Transmissible torque and friction coefficient1.5Cable and hydraulic actuation1.6Dry clutches in racing1.7Lubrication and compatible oils1.8Wear and service life1.9Sintered-plate clutches1.10Workshop: calculating the transmissible torque of a plate pack
2.1Cam ramps and anti-hopping effect2.2Assist effect on acceleration2.3Engine braking and rear-wheel lock-up2.4Ramp angles and preload2.5Slipper clutches in racing2.6Electronic engine-braking control systems2.7Interaction with ABS on downshifts2.8Adjustment for rider and circuit2.9Electronically controlled slip2.10Practical: designing the ramps of an anti-hopping clutch
3.1Constant-mesh gearboxes and loose gears3.2Straight-cut versus helical gears3.3Main shaft and layshaft3.4Selector drum and forks3.5Drive teeth and dog engagement3.6Removable racing gearboxes3.7Compact six-speed gearboxes3.8Integration into the crankcase3.9Close ratios for circuit use3.10Case study: stripping down a six-speed gearbox
4.1Involute geometry and module4.2Profile shift4.3Tooth root bending strength4.4Contact pressure and pitting4.5Scuffing and flash temperature4.6Dynamic load factors4.7Micro-geometry and profile modifications4.8Mass and noise optimisation4.9Grinding and surface treatment4.10Laboratory: calculating a gear with KISSsoft
5.1Selector drum design5.2Forks and shifting forces5.3Gear detents and springs5.4Dog engagement angles and back-cut5.5Gear jump-out and causes5.6Gear position sensors5.7Shift precision and feel5.8Dog wear5.9Neutral lock-out and ghost gears5.10Practical: force analysis of a shift fork
6.1Shared engine-gearbox lubrication6.2Viscosity and extreme-pressure additives6.3Needle and ball bearings6.4Bearing life under variable load6.5Oil churning losses6.6Gear whine and transmission error6.7Driveline torsional vibration6.8Torsion dampers on the primary gear6.9Backlash and rattling6.10Case study: diagnosing gearbox noise
7.1Back-to-back transmission test rigs7.2Gear fatigue tests7.3FZG scuffing tests7.4Clutch durability tests7.5Lever effort measurement7.6Track tests with telemetry7.7Gear failure analysis7.8Tooth surface inspection7.9Metal debris analysis in oil7.10Workshop: gearbox test plan
8.1Engine and usage specification8.2Clutch pack design8.3Anti-hopping system design8.4Ratio spacing and gears8.5Selection mechanism design8.6Verification by calculation8.7Test plan8.8Mass and cost estimation8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
Training 100 % online on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine the course with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is KISSsoft, Romax Spectrum, MSC Adams, Ansys Mechanical, Siemens NX, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures: FZG gear scuffing tests on a machine, clutch durability on a bench with start cycles, and measurement of lever effort and gear-lever effort. Assessment is continuous 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.
Size multi-plate oil-bath clutches for motorcycles.
Design anti-hopping and assist mechanisms based on ramps.
Analyse the architecture and components of a sequential gearbox.
Calculate gears in accordance with ISO and AGMA standards.
Design reliable and precise selection mechanisms.
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 the reading of 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 works with KISSsoft, Romax Spectrum, MSC Adams, Ansys Mechanical, Siemens NX. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An SEIUM own 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 credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit transfer policy when you enrol.
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