Postgraduate Diploma in NVH for 2R Platforms and AVAS Sound Design
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in NVH for 2R Platforms and AVAS Sound Design. 8 modules covering UN R41, ISO 362-2 and Simcenter Testlab. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Postgraduate Diploma in NVH for 2R Platforms and AVAS Sound Design — 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 27 900 (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.
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What you will be able to do
Identify noise and vibration sources in combustion and electric motorcycles.
Apply NVH measurement and analysis techniques.
Interpret the acoustic type-approval requirements for L-category vehicles.
Reduce the characteristic noise of electric propulsion systems.
Design acoustic warning systems for quiet vehicles.
Develop a sound identity consistent with the brand.
Propose noise and vibration control solutions.
Who it's for
- NVH engineer wishing to specialise in NVH for 2R Platforms and AVAS Sound Design.
- Acoustic engineer wishing to specialise in NVH for 2R Platforms and AVAS Sound Design.
- Sound designer wishing to specialise in NVH for 2R Platforms and AVAS Sound Design.
- Acoustic type-approval engineer wishing to specialise in NVH for 2R Platforms and AVAS Sound Design.
- Vibration test engineer wishing to specialise in NVH for 2R Platforms and AVAS Sound Design.
- Psychoacoustics specialist wishing to specialise in NVH for 2R Platforms and AVAS Sound Design.
- Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter motorcycle manufacturing.
What you'll work with
- UN R41
- ISO 362-2
- ISO 5130
- UN R138
- ISO 16254
- ISO 2631-1
- ISO 5349-1
- Reglamento (UE) n.º 168/2013
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Sound waves and dB levels1.2A and C weightings1.3Noise sources in combustion engines1.4Noise sources in electric motorcycles1.5Rolling noise1.6Aerodynamic noise at high speed1.7Basic psychoacoustics: loudness and roughness1.8Vibration in handlebars and footpegs1.9User perception1.10Workshop: sound level measurement with a sound level meter
2.1Microphones and accelerometers2.2FFT and order analysis2.3Acceleration spectrograms2.4Experimental modal analysis2.5Frequency response functions2.6Transfer path analysis (TPA)2.7Near-field acoustic holography2.8Binaural recording with artificial head2.9Sound quality metrics2.10Practice: engine order analysis
3.1Drive-by noise tests3.2Acceleration methods3.3Limits for category L33.4Additional provisions on sound emissions3.5Stationary noise test3.6Approved exhaust systems3.7Exhaust tampering3.8Test tracks3.9Measurement in semi-anechoic chamber3.10Laboratory: simulated drive-by noise test
4.1Inverter and switching noise4.2Motor magnetic noise4.3Transmission and belt noise4.4Tonality and annoyance4.5Fan noise4.6PWM optimisation4.7Acoustic insulation of the powertrain4.8Electric motor vibration4.9Interior sound quality4.10Case study: inverter tone reduction
5.1Need for acoustic warning5.2Minimum sound requirements5.3Warning signal design5.4Variation with speed5.5Loudspeakers and location5.6Perception by vulnerable pedestrians5.7Detectability testing5.8Vehicle integration5.9System reliability5.10Practice: AVAS sound design using synthesis
6.1Vehicle sound identity6.2Exhaust sound and perception6.3Synthetic sound on electric motorcycles6.4Sound inside the rider's helmet6.5Market trends6.6Evaluation with juries6.7Sound design methodologies6.8Synthesis tools6.9Ethics and annoyance6.10Case study: sonic signature of an electric motorcycle
7.1Silent blocks and mounts7.2Absorbent materials in fairings7.3Engine balancing7.4Counterweights and balance shafts7.5Tuned dynamic absorbers7.6Structural optimisation of radiating panels7.7Active noise control7.8Validation of solutions7.9Costs and trade-offs7.10Workshop: selection of elastic mounts
8.1Vehicle description8.2Reference measurements8.3Source analysis8.4Noise control proposals8.5AVAS sound design8.6Psychoacoustic evaluation with jury8.7Acoustic type-approval plan8.8Conclusions and lines of improvement8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with tutor
How you'll learn
Fully 100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, making it possible to combine with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Simcenter Testlab, HEAD acoustics ArtemiS SUITE, MATLAB, Max/MSP, Simcenter 3D, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real drive-by noise test procedures according to the acceleration method, order analysis and vehicle transfer path, and detectability assessment of AVAS signals with juries. 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.
Identify noise and vibration sources in combustion and electric motorcycles.
Apply NVH measurement and analysis techniques.
Interpret the acoustic type-approval requirements for L-category vehicles.
Reduce the characteristic noise of electric propulsion systems.
Design acoustic warning systems for quiet vehicles.
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.
- Sufficient Spanish-language proficiency to follow technical regulatory reading.
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.
The programme works with Simcenter Testlab, HEAD acoustics ArtemiS SUITE, MATLAB, Max/MSP, Simcenter 3D. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An own diploma from SEIUM upon passing continuous assessment and the integrating 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 recognised in the higher programme. Check the recognition policy when enrolling.
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