Mastering ISO 26262 Functional Safety for Automotive Systems
You're not just another engineer trying to keep up. You're the one they turn to when safety-critical systems fail, when timelines slip, and when compliance audits expose gaps no one saw coming. The pressure is real. Miss a hazard analysis step, overlook a single ASIL rating, and the cost could be millions in recalls-or worse, a life. The automotive industry is moving faster than ever, but safety standards like ISO 26262 aren’t catching up through trial and error. They demand precision, documentation, and deep architectural understanding. And right now, if you’re relying on outdated templates or incomplete knowledge, you’re operating under constant risk. But what if you could transform that vulnerability into a career-defining strength? Mastering ISO 26262 Functional Safety for Automotive Systems is your structured, no-fluff pathway from confusion to complete command of functional safety engineering. This course isn’t theory-it’s your operational playbook for delivering systems that pass audits, win stakeholder trust, and position you as the go-to expert in safety-critical design. One of our recent learners, Marcos D., a systems engineer at a Tier-1 supplier, used this framework to lead his team through a successful ASIL-D braking system certification. His manager called it “the cleanest safety case we’ve ever submitted.” Marcos was promoted within six months. That outcome isn’t luck. It’s what happens when you replace guesswork with a battle-tested methodology. This course gives you the exact tools, templates, and traceability workflows required to go from initial concept to fully documented, auditable safety architecture-on time, every time. You’ll walk away with a comprehensive, real-world safety case you can adapt to any project, plus a globally recognized Certificate of Completion that signals your mastery. Here’s how this course is structured to help you get there.Course Format & Delivery Details Self-Paced, Immediate Online Access – Learn Without Limits
The Mastering ISO 26262 Functional Safety for Automotive Systems course is designed for professionals like you-busy, technically precise, and accountable for results. That’s why it’s fully self-paced, delivered on-demand with no fixed schedules or mandatory live sessions. Start today, progress at your own speed, and revisit concepts whenever needed. Average completion time is 28–35 hours, with most learners applying core concepts to live projects within the first two modules. You’ll see measurable progress by Week 2, whether it’s fixing a flawed hazard classification or rebuilding a safety plan that finally aligns with ASIL decomposition rules. Lifetime Access, Zero Obsolescence
Enroll once, learn forever. You receive lifetime access to all course materials, including all future updates at no additional cost. As ISO 26262 evolves and automotive systems grow more complex-ADAS, electric platforms, over-the-air updates-you’ll continue to receive expanded content, updated templates, and refined guidance, ensuring your expertise remains current and compliant. Global, Mobile-First Learning – Access Anytime, Anywhere
Whether you're reviewing safety requirements on a factory floor, finalizing a FMEA on a train, or preparing for an audit in a hotel room, the course platform is fully mobile-friendly and accessible 24/7 from any device. No downloads. No compatibility issues. Just secure, responsive access whenever you need it. Direct Instructor Support & Practical Guidance
You’re not navigating this alone. Throughout the course, you’ll have access to direct support from certified functional safety experts with real-world experience in automotive OEMs and Tier-1 environments. Submit technical queries, request feedback on your safety artifacts, and receive structured, timely responses that help you apply concepts correctly-no vague answers, no generic advice. Certificate of Completion – A Credential That Matters
Upon finishing, you’ll earn a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service, a globally recognized institution in technical training with over 150,000 professionals certified. This isn’t a participation badge. It’s verified proof of your ability to implement ISO 26262 in real automotive contexts. Add it to your LinkedIn, resume, or portfolio-and watch how conversations about roles, responsibilities, and promotions shift in your favour. No Hidden Fees. No Surprises. Full Transparency.
Pricing is straightforward. One inclusive fee. No hidden charges, no subscription traps. What you see is what you get-full access, lifetime updates, and certification, all included. Payment is securely processed via Visa, Mastercard, and PayPal, with encrypted checkout and immediate transaction confirmation. 100% Money-Back Guarantee – Zero Risk to You
We’re confident this course will transform your functional safety capabilities. But if, for any reason, you’re not satisfied within 30 days, simply request a full refund. No questions. No hassle. Your investment is protected by our “satisfied or refunded” policy-a promise we stand behind because we know the value you’ll receive. What Happens After Enrollment?
Shortly after completing your enrollment, you’ll receive a confirmation email. Once your course materials are provisioned, you’ll get a separate access notification with login details. The system ensures secure delivery and optimal readiness-you gain entry only when all components are fully prepared and verified. Will This Work for Me? (Yes-Even If...)
Whether you’re new to functional safety, transitioning from another domain, or a seasoned engineer refining your ISO 26262 skills, this course is built for your success. The content is role-adaptive, with branching paths for systems, hardware, and software engineers, as well as safety managers and auditors. This course works even if: - You’ve never led a full safety lifecycle project
- You’re unsure how to correctly assign ASIL levels
- You’ve struggled with audit feedback on your safety cases
- You’re not confident interpreting Part 6 or Part 9 of ISO 26262
- Your team lacks a unified safety culture or documentation standard
With step-by-step guidance, industry-grade templates, and real automotive use cases, you’ll bridge knowledge gaps quickly and build confidence through structured practice.
Extensive and Detailed Course Curriculum
Module 1: Foundations of Functional Safety in Automotive Systems - Introduction to Functional Safety: Why It Matters in Modern Vehicles
- Evolution of ISO 26262: From Concept to Global Standard
- Understanding the Scope and Applicability of ISO 26262
- Differences Between Functional Safety and General Safety Engineering
- The Role of the Safety Manager in Automotive Projects
- Safety Culture and Organizational Responsibility
- Overview of the V-Model in Safety-Critical Development
- Key Terms and Definitions: Hazard, Risk, ASIL, Fault, Failure
- The Relationship Between ISO 26262 and Other Standards (IEC 61508, ISO 13849)
- Understanding the Automotive Safety Lifecycle Phases
Module 2: Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA) - Defining Operational Scenarios and Use Cases
- Identifying Potential Hazards in Vehicle Systems
- Classifying Harm Types: Injury, Fatal, Environmental, Economic
- Severity Classification Guidelines (S0 to S3)
- Exposure Estimation and Probability Levels (E0 to E4)
- Controllability Assessment and Driver Intervention (C0 to C3)
- Calculating ASIL Levels: From S, E, and C to A, B, C, D
- Handling ASIL Decomposition and Its Limitations
- Resolving Conflicting ASIL Assignments
- Differentiating Between Item-Level and Component-Level HARA
- Documenting HARA Results in a Traceable Format
- Common HARA Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
- Using Templates for Efficient HARA Development
Module 3: Functional Safety Concept Development - Purposes and Inputs of the Functional Safety Concept
- Deriving Safety Goals from HARA Outputs
- Defining Functional Safety Requirements (FSRs)
- Allocating Safety Goals to System Elements
- Handling Redundancy and Fault Tolerance in Architecture
- Incorporating Diagnostic Measures and Fail-Operational Design
- Managing Interactions Between Safety Mechanisms
- Handling External Measures and Residual Risks
- Integrating Diagnostic Coverage and Latent Fault Detection
- Documenting the Functional Safety Concept with Traceability
- Reviewing Safety Concept for ASIL Consistency
- Safety Concept Validation Checklist
Module 4: Technical Safety Concept and System Design - Translating FSRs into Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs)
- Architectural Design for ASIL Compliance
- Modularity and Partitioning for Safety Separation
- Interfacing Between Safety-Critical and Non-Safety Components
- Signal Integrity and Fault Detection in Communication
- Role of Watchdog Timers, CRC Checks, and Memory Protection
- Incorporating Built-In Self-Test (BIST) Features
- Designing for Fault Reaction and Safe States
- Managing Common Cause Failures in Redundant Systems
- Allocation of TSRs to Hardware and Software Components
- Using Safety Patterns for Reusable Modules
- System Integration and Interaction Matrix Development
- Preparing for System Safety Validation
Module 5: ISO 26262 Part 6 – Product Development at the System Level - Overview of System-Level Development Requirements
- System Requirements Specification Including Safety Content
- System Design Specification with Safety Attributes
- System Integration and Configuration Management
- System Verification Methods: Analysis, Simulation, Prototyping
- Establishing Technical Safety Measures Verification Criteria
- Traceability from Safety Goals to System Design Elements
- Handling Change Requests and Configuration Drift
- Technical Safety Audit Preparation
- Functional Safety Assessment (FSA) Milestone Planning
- Preparing for System-Level Functional Safety Audit
Module 6: Software Development and ASIL Compliance - Software Safety Requirements Specification (SSRS)
- Software Architecture Design for ASIL B, C, and D
- Layered Software Design with Safety Separation
- Role of the Software Safety Manager
- Software Unit Design and Safety Constraints
- Programming Language Selection and Restrictions (e.g., MISRA C)
- Handling Runtime Errors, Stack Overflow, and Memory Corruption
- Static and Dynamic Code Analysis Tools
- Software Unit Verification Methods
- Integration Testing for Safety-Critical Paths
- Software-Hardware Integration and Interface Testing
- Software Safety Validation and Evidence Collection
- Software Change Management and Version Control
Module 7: Hardware Development and ASIL Compliance - Hardware Safety Requirements Specification (HSRS)
- Hardware Design for Single and Multi-Point Faults
- Diagnostic Coverage Calculation and Target Achievement
- Probabilistic Metrics for Hardware (PMHF, SPFM, LFM)
- Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) for Critical Components
- Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) Techniques
- Determining Single Point Fault Metric (SPFM)
- Determining Latent Fault Metric (LFM)
- Dependability Analysis Using Reliability Block Diagrams
- Hardware Design Verification and Test Planning
- Environmental Stress Testing and Robustness Verification
- Handling Component Derating and Lifetime Reliability
- Supplier Interface Management and Safety Data Requests
Module 8: Automotive Safety Integrity Level (ASIL) Decomposition - ASIL Decomposition Principles and Rules
- Decomposing ASIL D into Lower ASIL Components
- Independence Requirements Between Decomposed Elements
- Common Cause Failure (CCF) Analysis for Decomposed Systems
- Documentation Requirements for ASIL Decomposition Claims
- Case Studies: Brake Systems and Steering Control Units
- Decomposition in Mixed-ASIL Architectures
- Managing Fault Tolerance Through Decomposition
- Validation of Decomposition Assumptions
- Common Misconceptions and Audit Findings
Module 9: Validation, Verification, and Testing Strategies - Differences Between Verification and Validation
- Test Planning for Safety-Critical Systems
- Test Case Development from Safety Requirements
- Gray-Box and Black-Box Testing for Safety Functions
- Integration Testing of Safety Mechanisms
- Regression Testing for Safety Edits
- Test Coverage Metrics (MC/DC, Statement, Branch)
- Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) Creation
- Using Simulation and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL)
- Acceptance Criteria for Safety Test Results
- Test Reporting and Evidence Archival
- Handling Test Deviations and Workarounds
- Preparing for Independent Functional Safety Assessment
Module 10: Functional Safety Management and Documentation - Establishing a Functional Safety Management Plan
- Safety Planning and Scheduling with Milestones
- Resource Allocation and Competency Requirements
- Creating Safety Lifecycle Plans (SLP)
- Document Management and Configuration Control
- Change Management Processes for Safety Items
- Interface Management with Suppliers and Partners
- Maintaining a Safety Case File
- Records Retention and Audit Readiness
- Internal Safety Audits and Process Improvement
- Tool Qualification Process and Records
- Lessons Learned and Safety Feedback Loops
Module 11: Supplier Management and External Safety Activities - ISO 26262 Requirements for Supplier Interaction
- Safety Item Distribution Agreements (SIDA)
- Defining Safety Requirements for Outsourced Components
- Supplier Assessment and Capability Evaluation
- Reviewing Supplier Safety Evidence and Deliverables
- Managing Subsystem Integration Risks
- Handling Supplier Non-Conformance and Escalation
- Joint Functional Safety Assessments with Suppliers
- Contractual Obligations and Liability Considerations
- Monitoring Supplier Performance Over Time
Module 12: Functional Safety Assessment and Certification - Preparing for Internal and External FSAs
- Functional Safety Assessment Phases and Checklists
- Role of the Independent Safety Assessor
- Level of Independence (LOI) Requirements
- Submitting Safety Evidence for Review
- Addressing Non-Conformances and Major Observations
- Final FSA Report and Compliance Statement
- Navigating Certification with Notified Bodies
- Handling Pre-Audit Gap Analysis
- Post-Certification Surveillance and Maintenance
- Demonstrating Conformity to Market Authorities
Module 13: Advanced Topics in Automotive Functional Safety - Safety for Electric Vehicles and High-Voltage Systems
- Functional Safety in ADAS and Autonomous Driving
- Safety Considerations for Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates
- Interactions Between Cybersecurity and Functional Safety
- SOTIF (ISO 21448) Overview and Complementarity
- Handling Undefined Hazards and Edge Cases
- Safety for AI-Based Systems and Machine Learning
- Dynamic Reconfiguration and Fault Management
- Safety Implications of Cloud Integration
- Fail-Operational vs Fail-Safe Design Philosophies
- Redundancy in Drive-by-Wire Systems
Module 14: Real-World Application and Project Execution - Building a Complete Safety Case from Scratch
- Developing a Functional Safety Plan for a Realistic ADAS Feature
- Conducting a Full HARA for a Lane Keeping Assist System
- Creating Safety Goals and Allocating to Sensors and ECU
- Designing a Technical Safety Concept for Sensor Fusion
- Writing Software Safety Requirements for Object Detection
- Architecting a Dual-Core Lockstep ECU for ASIL D Compliance
- Performing FMEA on a Powertrain Control Module
- Evaluating Diagnostic Coverage for CAN Communication
- Integrating a Safety Monitor in Autonomous Braking Logic
- Defining Test Cases for Emergency Stop Response
- Constructing a Requirement Traceability Matrix
- Preparing for Functional Safety Assessment
- Finalizing a Project Safety Report
Module 15: Certification, Career Advancement & Next Steps - Completing Your Certificate of Completion Process
- Adding the Credential to LinkedIn and Professional Profiles
- Using Certification to Negotiate Promotions or Salaries
- Transitioning into a Full-Time Safety Engineering Role
- Pursuing Advanced Certifications (e.g., TÜV, iSAQB)
- Joining Functional Safety Networks and Forums
- Staying Updated: Industry Newsletters and Technical Journals
- Continuing Education Paths and Advanced Training
- Mentoring Other Engineers in Safety Practices
- Contributing to Internal Safety Standards and Processes
- Preparing for Audits and Expert Witness Roles
- Establishing Yourself as a Functional Safety Authority
- Building a Portfolio of Safety Artifacts and Case Studies
- Leveraging the Course Templates in Future Projects
- Accessing Lifetime Updates and New Industry Modules
- Revisiting Course Content for Refresher and Deep Dive
Module 1: Foundations of Functional Safety in Automotive Systems - Introduction to Functional Safety: Why It Matters in Modern Vehicles
- Evolution of ISO 26262: From Concept to Global Standard
- Understanding the Scope and Applicability of ISO 26262
- Differences Between Functional Safety and General Safety Engineering
- The Role of the Safety Manager in Automotive Projects
- Safety Culture and Organizational Responsibility
- Overview of the V-Model in Safety-Critical Development
- Key Terms and Definitions: Hazard, Risk, ASIL, Fault, Failure
- The Relationship Between ISO 26262 and Other Standards (IEC 61508, ISO 13849)
- Understanding the Automotive Safety Lifecycle Phases
Module 2: Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA) - Defining Operational Scenarios and Use Cases
- Identifying Potential Hazards in Vehicle Systems
- Classifying Harm Types: Injury, Fatal, Environmental, Economic
- Severity Classification Guidelines (S0 to S3)
- Exposure Estimation and Probability Levels (E0 to E4)
- Controllability Assessment and Driver Intervention (C0 to C3)
- Calculating ASIL Levels: From S, E, and C to A, B, C, D
- Handling ASIL Decomposition and Its Limitations
- Resolving Conflicting ASIL Assignments
- Differentiating Between Item-Level and Component-Level HARA
- Documenting HARA Results in a Traceable Format
- Common HARA Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
- Using Templates for Efficient HARA Development
Module 3: Functional Safety Concept Development - Purposes and Inputs of the Functional Safety Concept
- Deriving Safety Goals from HARA Outputs
- Defining Functional Safety Requirements (FSRs)
- Allocating Safety Goals to System Elements
- Handling Redundancy and Fault Tolerance in Architecture
- Incorporating Diagnostic Measures and Fail-Operational Design
- Managing Interactions Between Safety Mechanisms
- Handling External Measures and Residual Risks
- Integrating Diagnostic Coverage and Latent Fault Detection
- Documenting the Functional Safety Concept with Traceability
- Reviewing Safety Concept for ASIL Consistency
- Safety Concept Validation Checklist
Module 4: Technical Safety Concept and System Design - Translating FSRs into Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs)
- Architectural Design for ASIL Compliance
- Modularity and Partitioning for Safety Separation
- Interfacing Between Safety-Critical and Non-Safety Components
- Signal Integrity and Fault Detection in Communication
- Role of Watchdog Timers, CRC Checks, and Memory Protection
- Incorporating Built-In Self-Test (BIST) Features
- Designing for Fault Reaction and Safe States
- Managing Common Cause Failures in Redundant Systems
- Allocation of TSRs to Hardware and Software Components
- Using Safety Patterns for Reusable Modules
- System Integration and Interaction Matrix Development
- Preparing for System Safety Validation
Module 5: ISO 26262 Part 6 – Product Development at the System Level - Overview of System-Level Development Requirements
- System Requirements Specification Including Safety Content
- System Design Specification with Safety Attributes
- System Integration and Configuration Management
- System Verification Methods: Analysis, Simulation, Prototyping
- Establishing Technical Safety Measures Verification Criteria
- Traceability from Safety Goals to System Design Elements
- Handling Change Requests and Configuration Drift
- Technical Safety Audit Preparation
- Functional Safety Assessment (FSA) Milestone Planning
- Preparing for System-Level Functional Safety Audit
Module 6: Software Development and ASIL Compliance - Software Safety Requirements Specification (SSRS)
- Software Architecture Design for ASIL B, C, and D
- Layered Software Design with Safety Separation
- Role of the Software Safety Manager
- Software Unit Design and Safety Constraints
- Programming Language Selection and Restrictions (e.g., MISRA C)
- Handling Runtime Errors, Stack Overflow, and Memory Corruption
- Static and Dynamic Code Analysis Tools
- Software Unit Verification Methods
- Integration Testing for Safety-Critical Paths
- Software-Hardware Integration and Interface Testing
- Software Safety Validation and Evidence Collection
- Software Change Management and Version Control
Module 7: Hardware Development and ASIL Compliance - Hardware Safety Requirements Specification (HSRS)
- Hardware Design for Single and Multi-Point Faults
- Diagnostic Coverage Calculation and Target Achievement
- Probabilistic Metrics for Hardware (PMHF, SPFM, LFM)
- Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) for Critical Components
- Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) Techniques
- Determining Single Point Fault Metric (SPFM)
- Determining Latent Fault Metric (LFM)
- Dependability Analysis Using Reliability Block Diagrams
- Hardware Design Verification and Test Planning
- Environmental Stress Testing and Robustness Verification
- Handling Component Derating and Lifetime Reliability
- Supplier Interface Management and Safety Data Requests
Module 8: Automotive Safety Integrity Level (ASIL) Decomposition - ASIL Decomposition Principles and Rules
- Decomposing ASIL D into Lower ASIL Components
- Independence Requirements Between Decomposed Elements
- Common Cause Failure (CCF) Analysis for Decomposed Systems
- Documentation Requirements for ASIL Decomposition Claims
- Case Studies: Brake Systems and Steering Control Units
- Decomposition in Mixed-ASIL Architectures
- Managing Fault Tolerance Through Decomposition
- Validation of Decomposition Assumptions
- Common Misconceptions and Audit Findings
Module 9: Validation, Verification, and Testing Strategies - Differences Between Verification and Validation
- Test Planning for Safety-Critical Systems
- Test Case Development from Safety Requirements
- Gray-Box and Black-Box Testing for Safety Functions
- Integration Testing of Safety Mechanisms
- Regression Testing for Safety Edits
- Test Coverage Metrics (MC/DC, Statement, Branch)
- Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) Creation
- Using Simulation and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL)
- Acceptance Criteria for Safety Test Results
- Test Reporting and Evidence Archival
- Handling Test Deviations and Workarounds
- Preparing for Independent Functional Safety Assessment
Module 10: Functional Safety Management and Documentation - Establishing a Functional Safety Management Plan
- Safety Planning and Scheduling with Milestones
- Resource Allocation and Competency Requirements
- Creating Safety Lifecycle Plans (SLP)
- Document Management and Configuration Control
- Change Management Processes for Safety Items
- Interface Management with Suppliers and Partners
- Maintaining a Safety Case File
- Records Retention and Audit Readiness
- Internal Safety Audits and Process Improvement
- Tool Qualification Process and Records
- Lessons Learned and Safety Feedback Loops
Module 11: Supplier Management and External Safety Activities - ISO 26262 Requirements for Supplier Interaction
- Safety Item Distribution Agreements (SIDA)
- Defining Safety Requirements for Outsourced Components
- Supplier Assessment and Capability Evaluation
- Reviewing Supplier Safety Evidence and Deliverables
- Managing Subsystem Integration Risks
- Handling Supplier Non-Conformance and Escalation
- Joint Functional Safety Assessments with Suppliers
- Contractual Obligations and Liability Considerations
- Monitoring Supplier Performance Over Time
Module 12: Functional Safety Assessment and Certification - Preparing for Internal and External FSAs
- Functional Safety Assessment Phases and Checklists
- Role of the Independent Safety Assessor
- Level of Independence (LOI) Requirements
- Submitting Safety Evidence for Review
- Addressing Non-Conformances and Major Observations
- Final FSA Report and Compliance Statement
- Navigating Certification with Notified Bodies
- Handling Pre-Audit Gap Analysis
- Post-Certification Surveillance and Maintenance
- Demonstrating Conformity to Market Authorities
Module 13: Advanced Topics in Automotive Functional Safety - Safety for Electric Vehicles and High-Voltage Systems
- Functional Safety in ADAS and Autonomous Driving
- Safety Considerations for Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates
- Interactions Between Cybersecurity and Functional Safety
- SOTIF (ISO 21448) Overview and Complementarity
- Handling Undefined Hazards and Edge Cases
- Safety for AI-Based Systems and Machine Learning
- Dynamic Reconfiguration and Fault Management
- Safety Implications of Cloud Integration
- Fail-Operational vs Fail-Safe Design Philosophies
- Redundancy in Drive-by-Wire Systems
Module 14: Real-World Application and Project Execution - Building a Complete Safety Case from Scratch
- Developing a Functional Safety Plan for a Realistic ADAS Feature
- Conducting a Full HARA for a Lane Keeping Assist System
- Creating Safety Goals and Allocating to Sensors and ECU
- Designing a Technical Safety Concept for Sensor Fusion
- Writing Software Safety Requirements for Object Detection
- Architecting a Dual-Core Lockstep ECU for ASIL D Compliance
- Performing FMEA on a Powertrain Control Module
- Evaluating Diagnostic Coverage for CAN Communication
- Integrating a Safety Monitor in Autonomous Braking Logic
- Defining Test Cases for Emergency Stop Response
- Constructing a Requirement Traceability Matrix
- Preparing for Functional Safety Assessment
- Finalizing a Project Safety Report
Module 15: Certification, Career Advancement & Next Steps - Completing Your Certificate of Completion Process
- Adding the Credential to LinkedIn and Professional Profiles
- Using Certification to Negotiate Promotions or Salaries
- Transitioning into a Full-Time Safety Engineering Role
- Pursuing Advanced Certifications (e.g., TÜV, iSAQB)
- Joining Functional Safety Networks and Forums
- Staying Updated: Industry Newsletters and Technical Journals
- Continuing Education Paths and Advanced Training
- Mentoring Other Engineers in Safety Practices
- Contributing to Internal Safety Standards and Processes
- Preparing for Audits and Expert Witness Roles
- Establishing Yourself as a Functional Safety Authority
- Building a Portfolio of Safety Artifacts and Case Studies
- Leveraging the Course Templates in Future Projects
- Accessing Lifetime Updates and New Industry Modules
- Revisiting Course Content for Refresher and Deep Dive
- Defining Operational Scenarios and Use Cases
- Identifying Potential Hazards in Vehicle Systems
- Classifying Harm Types: Injury, Fatal, Environmental, Economic
- Severity Classification Guidelines (S0 to S3)
- Exposure Estimation and Probability Levels (E0 to E4)
- Controllability Assessment and Driver Intervention (C0 to C3)
- Calculating ASIL Levels: From S, E, and C to A, B, C, D
- Handling ASIL Decomposition and Its Limitations
- Resolving Conflicting ASIL Assignments
- Differentiating Between Item-Level and Component-Level HARA
- Documenting HARA Results in a Traceable Format
- Common HARA Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
- Using Templates for Efficient HARA Development
Module 3: Functional Safety Concept Development - Purposes and Inputs of the Functional Safety Concept
- Deriving Safety Goals from HARA Outputs
- Defining Functional Safety Requirements (FSRs)
- Allocating Safety Goals to System Elements
- Handling Redundancy and Fault Tolerance in Architecture
- Incorporating Diagnostic Measures and Fail-Operational Design
- Managing Interactions Between Safety Mechanisms
- Handling External Measures and Residual Risks
- Integrating Diagnostic Coverage and Latent Fault Detection
- Documenting the Functional Safety Concept with Traceability
- Reviewing Safety Concept for ASIL Consistency
- Safety Concept Validation Checklist
Module 4: Technical Safety Concept and System Design - Translating FSRs into Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs)
- Architectural Design for ASIL Compliance
- Modularity and Partitioning for Safety Separation
- Interfacing Between Safety-Critical and Non-Safety Components
- Signal Integrity and Fault Detection in Communication
- Role of Watchdog Timers, CRC Checks, and Memory Protection
- Incorporating Built-In Self-Test (BIST) Features
- Designing for Fault Reaction and Safe States
- Managing Common Cause Failures in Redundant Systems
- Allocation of TSRs to Hardware and Software Components
- Using Safety Patterns for Reusable Modules
- System Integration and Interaction Matrix Development
- Preparing for System Safety Validation
Module 5: ISO 26262 Part 6 – Product Development at the System Level - Overview of System-Level Development Requirements
- System Requirements Specification Including Safety Content
- System Design Specification with Safety Attributes
- System Integration and Configuration Management
- System Verification Methods: Analysis, Simulation, Prototyping
- Establishing Technical Safety Measures Verification Criteria
- Traceability from Safety Goals to System Design Elements
- Handling Change Requests and Configuration Drift
- Technical Safety Audit Preparation
- Functional Safety Assessment (FSA) Milestone Planning
- Preparing for System-Level Functional Safety Audit
Module 6: Software Development and ASIL Compliance - Software Safety Requirements Specification (SSRS)
- Software Architecture Design for ASIL B, C, and D
- Layered Software Design with Safety Separation
- Role of the Software Safety Manager
- Software Unit Design and Safety Constraints
- Programming Language Selection and Restrictions (e.g., MISRA C)
- Handling Runtime Errors, Stack Overflow, and Memory Corruption
- Static and Dynamic Code Analysis Tools
- Software Unit Verification Methods
- Integration Testing for Safety-Critical Paths
- Software-Hardware Integration and Interface Testing
- Software Safety Validation and Evidence Collection
- Software Change Management and Version Control
Module 7: Hardware Development and ASIL Compliance - Hardware Safety Requirements Specification (HSRS)
- Hardware Design for Single and Multi-Point Faults
- Diagnostic Coverage Calculation and Target Achievement
- Probabilistic Metrics for Hardware (PMHF, SPFM, LFM)
- Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) for Critical Components
- Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) Techniques
- Determining Single Point Fault Metric (SPFM)
- Determining Latent Fault Metric (LFM)
- Dependability Analysis Using Reliability Block Diagrams
- Hardware Design Verification and Test Planning
- Environmental Stress Testing and Robustness Verification
- Handling Component Derating and Lifetime Reliability
- Supplier Interface Management and Safety Data Requests
Module 8: Automotive Safety Integrity Level (ASIL) Decomposition - ASIL Decomposition Principles and Rules
- Decomposing ASIL D into Lower ASIL Components
- Independence Requirements Between Decomposed Elements
- Common Cause Failure (CCF) Analysis for Decomposed Systems
- Documentation Requirements for ASIL Decomposition Claims
- Case Studies: Brake Systems and Steering Control Units
- Decomposition in Mixed-ASIL Architectures
- Managing Fault Tolerance Through Decomposition
- Validation of Decomposition Assumptions
- Common Misconceptions and Audit Findings
Module 9: Validation, Verification, and Testing Strategies - Differences Between Verification and Validation
- Test Planning for Safety-Critical Systems
- Test Case Development from Safety Requirements
- Gray-Box and Black-Box Testing for Safety Functions
- Integration Testing of Safety Mechanisms
- Regression Testing for Safety Edits
- Test Coverage Metrics (MC/DC, Statement, Branch)
- Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) Creation
- Using Simulation and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL)
- Acceptance Criteria for Safety Test Results
- Test Reporting and Evidence Archival
- Handling Test Deviations and Workarounds
- Preparing for Independent Functional Safety Assessment
Module 10: Functional Safety Management and Documentation - Establishing a Functional Safety Management Plan
- Safety Planning and Scheduling with Milestones
- Resource Allocation and Competency Requirements
- Creating Safety Lifecycle Plans (SLP)
- Document Management and Configuration Control
- Change Management Processes for Safety Items
- Interface Management with Suppliers and Partners
- Maintaining a Safety Case File
- Records Retention and Audit Readiness
- Internal Safety Audits and Process Improvement
- Tool Qualification Process and Records
- Lessons Learned and Safety Feedback Loops
Module 11: Supplier Management and External Safety Activities - ISO 26262 Requirements for Supplier Interaction
- Safety Item Distribution Agreements (SIDA)
- Defining Safety Requirements for Outsourced Components
- Supplier Assessment and Capability Evaluation
- Reviewing Supplier Safety Evidence and Deliverables
- Managing Subsystem Integration Risks
- Handling Supplier Non-Conformance and Escalation
- Joint Functional Safety Assessments with Suppliers
- Contractual Obligations and Liability Considerations
- Monitoring Supplier Performance Over Time
Module 12: Functional Safety Assessment and Certification - Preparing for Internal and External FSAs
- Functional Safety Assessment Phases and Checklists
- Role of the Independent Safety Assessor
- Level of Independence (LOI) Requirements
- Submitting Safety Evidence for Review
- Addressing Non-Conformances and Major Observations
- Final FSA Report and Compliance Statement
- Navigating Certification with Notified Bodies
- Handling Pre-Audit Gap Analysis
- Post-Certification Surveillance and Maintenance
- Demonstrating Conformity to Market Authorities
Module 13: Advanced Topics in Automotive Functional Safety - Safety for Electric Vehicles and High-Voltage Systems
- Functional Safety in ADAS and Autonomous Driving
- Safety Considerations for Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates
- Interactions Between Cybersecurity and Functional Safety
- SOTIF (ISO 21448) Overview and Complementarity
- Handling Undefined Hazards and Edge Cases
- Safety for AI-Based Systems and Machine Learning
- Dynamic Reconfiguration and Fault Management
- Safety Implications of Cloud Integration
- Fail-Operational vs Fail-Safe Design Philosophies
- Redundancy in Drive-by-Wire Systems
Module 14: Real-World Application and Project Execution - Building a Complete Safety Case from Scratch
- Developing a Functional Safety Plan for a Realistic ADAS Feature
- Conducting a Full HARA for a Lane Keeping Assist System
- Creating Safety Goals and Allocating to Sensors and ECU
- Designing a Technical Safety Concept for Sensor Fusion
- Writing Software Safety Requirements for Object Detection
- Architecting a Dual-Core Lockstep ECU for ASIL D Compliance
- Performing FMEA on a Powertrain Control Module
- Evaluating Diagnostic Coverage for CAN Communication
- Integrating a Safety Monitor in Autonomous Braking Logic
- Defining Test Cases for Emergency Stop Response
- Constructing a Requirement Traceability Matrix
- Preparing for Functional Safety Assessment
- Finalizing a Project Safety Report
Module 15: Certification, Career Advancement & Next Steps - Completing Your Certificate of Completion Process
- Adding the Credential to LinkedIn and Professional Profiles
- Using Certification to Negotiate Promotions or Salaries
- Transitioning into a Full-Time Safety Engineering Role
- Pursuing Advanced Certifications (e.g., TÜV, iSAQB)
- Joining Functional Safety Networks and Forums
- Staying Updated: Industry Newsletters and Technical Journals
- Continuing Education Paths and Advanced Training
- Mentoring Other Engineers in Safety Practices
- Contributing to Internal Safety Standards and Processes
- Preparing for Audits and Expert Witness Roles
- Establishing Yourself as a Functional Safety Authority
- Building a Portfolio of Safety Artifacts and Case Studies
- Leveraging the Course Templates in Future Projects
- Accessing Lifetime Updates and New Industry Modules
- Revisiting Course Content for Refresher and Deep Dive
- Translating FSRs into Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs)
- Architectural Design for ASIL Compliance
- Modularity and Partitioning for Safety Separation
- Interfacing Between Safety-Critical and Non-Safety Components
- Signal Integrity and Fault Detection in Communication
- Role of Watchdog Timers, CRC Checks, and Memory Protection
- Incorporating Built-In Self-Test (BIST) Features
- Designing for Fault Reaction and Safe States
- Managing Common Cause Failures in Redundant Systems
- Allocation of TSRs to Hardware and Software Components
- Using Safety Patterns for Reusable Modules
- System Integration and Interaction Matrix Development
- Preparing for System Safety Validation
Module 5: ISO 26262 Part 6 – Product Development at the System Level - Overview of System-Level Development Requirements
- System Requirements Specification Including Safety Content
- System Design Specification with Safety Attributes
- System Integration and Configuration Management
- System Verification Methods: Analysis, Simulation, Prototyping
- Establishing Technical Safety Measures Verification Criteria
- Traceability from Safety Goals to System Design Elements
- Handling Change Requests and Configuration Drift
- Technical Safety Audit Preparation
- Functional Safety Assessment (FSA) Milestone Planning
- Preparing for System-Level Functional Safety Audit
Module 6: Software Development and ASIL Compliance - Software Safety Requirements Specification (SSRS)
- Software Architecture Design for ASIL B, C, and D
- Layered Software Design with Safety Separation
- Role of the Software Safety Manager
- Software Unit Design and Safety Constraints
- Programming Language Selection and Restrictions (e.g., MISRA C)
- Handling Runtime Errors, Stack Overflow, and Memory Corruption
- Static and Dynamic Code Analysis Tools
- Software Unit Verification Methods
- Integration Testing for Safety-Critical Paths
- Software-Hardware Integration and Interface Testing
- Software Safety Validation and Evidence Collection
- Software Change Management and Version Control
Module 7: Hardware Development and ASIL Compliance - Hardware Safety Requirements Specification (HSRS)
- Hardware Design for Single and Multi-Point Faults
- Diagnostic Coverage Calculation and Target Achievement
- Probabilistic Metrics for Hardware (PMHF, SPFM, LFM)
- Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) for Critical Components
- Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) Techniques
- Determining Single Point Fault Metric (SPFM)
- Determining Latent Fault Metric (LFM)
- Dependability Analysis Using Reliability Block Diagrams
- Hardware Design Verification and Test Planning
- Environmental Stress Testing and Robustness Verification
- Handling Component Derating and Lifetime Reliability
- Supplier Interface Management and Safety Data Requests
Module 8: Automotive Safety Integrity Level (ASIL) Decomposition - ASIL Decomposition Principles and Rules
- Decomposing ASIL D into Lower ASIL Components
- Independence Requirements Between Decomposed Elements
- Common Cause Failure (CCF) Analysis for Decomposed Systems
- Documentation Requirements for ASIL Decomposition Claims
- Case Studies: Brake Systems and Steering Control Units
- Decomposition in Mixed-ASIL Architectures
- Managing Fault Tolerance Through Decomposition
- Validation of Decomposition Assumptions
- Common Misconceptions and Audit Findings
Module 9: Validation, Verification, and Testing Strategies - Differences Between Verification and Validation
- Test Planning for Safety-Critical Systems
- Test Case Development from Safety Requirements
- Gray-Box and Black-Box Testing for Safety Functions
- Integration Testing of Safety Mechanisms
- Regression Testing for Safety Edits
- Test Coverage Metrics (MC/DC, Statement, Branch)
- Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) Creation
- Using Simulation and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL)
- Acceptance Criteria for Safety Test Results
- Test Reporting and Evidence Archival
- Handling Test Deviations and Workarounds
- Preparing for Independent Functional Safety Assessment
Module 10: Functional Safety Management and Documentation - Establishing a Functional Safety Management Plan
- Safety Planning and Scheduling with Milestones
- Resource Allocation and Competency Requirements
- Creating Safety Lifecycle Plans (SLP)
- Document Management and Configuration Control
- Change Management Processes for Safety Items
- Interface Management with Suppliers and Partners
- Maintaining a Safety Case File
- Records Retention and Audit Readiness
- Internal Safety Audits and Process Improvement
- Tool Qualification Process and Records
- Lessons Learned and Safety Feedback Loops
Module 11: Supplier Management and External Safety Activities - ISO 26262 Requirements for Supplier Interaction
- Safety Item Distribution Agreements (SIDA)
- Defining Safety Requirements for Outsourced Components
- Supplier Assessment and Capability Evaluation
- Reviewing Supplier Safety Evidence and Deliverables
- Managing Subsystem Integration Risks
- Handling Supplier Non-Conformance and Escalation
- Joint Functional Safety Assessments with Suppliers
- Contractual Obligations and Liability Considerations
- Monitoring Supplier Performance Over Time
Module 12: Functional Safety Assessment and Certification - Preparing for Internal and External FSAs
- Functional Safety Assessment Phases and Checklists
- Role of the Independent Safety Assessor
- Level of Independence (LOI) Requirements
- Submitting Safety Evidence for Review
- Addressing Non-Conformances and Major Observations
- Final FSA Report and Compliance Statement
- Navigating Certification with Notified Bodies
- Handling Pre-Audit Gap Analysis
- Post-Certification Surveillance and Maintenance
- Demonstrating Conformity to Market Authorities
Module 13: Advanced Topics in Automotive Functional Safety - Safety for Electric Vehicles and High-Voltage Systems
- Functional Safety in ADAS and Autonomous Driving
- Safety Considerations for Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates
- Interactions Between Cybersecurity and Functional Safety
- SOTIF (ISO 21448) Overview and Complementarity
- Handling Undefined Hazards and Edge Cases
- Safety for AI-Based Systems and Machine Learning
- Dynamic Reconfiguration and Fault Management
- Safety Implications of Cloud Integration
- Fail-Operational vs Fail-Safe Design Philosophies
- Redundancy in Drive-by-Wire Systems
Module 14: Real-World Application and Project Execution - Building a Complete Safety Case from Scratch
- Developing a Functional Safety Plan for a Realistic ADAS Feature
- Conducting a Full HARA for a Lane Keeping Assist System
- Creating Safety Goals and Allocating to Sensors and ECU
- Designing a Technical Safety Concept for Sensor Fusion
- Writing Software Safety Requirements for Object Detection
- Architecting a Dual-Core Lockstep ECU for ASIL D Compliance
- Performing FMEA on a Powertrain Control Module
- Evaluating Diagnostic Coverage for CAN Communication
- Integrating a Safety Monitor in Autonomous Braking Logic
- Defining Test Cases for Emergency Stop Response
- Constructing a Requirement Traceability Matrix
- Preparing for Functional Safety Assessment
- Finalizing a Project Safety Report
Module 15: Certification, Career Advancement & Next Steps - Completing Your Certificate of Completion Process
- Adding the Credential to LinkedIn and Professional Profiles
- Using Certification to Negotiate Promotions or Salaries
- Transitioning into a Full-Time Safety Engineering Role
- Pursuing Advanced Certifications (e.g., TÜV, iSAQB)
- Joining Functional Safety Networks and Forums
- Staying Updated: Industry Newsletters and Technical Journals
- Continuing Education Paths and Advanced Training
- Mentoring Other Engineers in Safety Practices
- Contributing to Internal Safety Standards and Processes
- Preparing for Audits and Expert Witness Roles
- Establishing Yourself as a Functional Safety Authority
- Building a Portfolio of Safety Artifacts and Case Studies
- Leveraging the Course Templates in Future Projects
- Accessing Lifetime Updates and New Industry Modules
- Revisiting Course Content for Refresher and Deep Dive
- Software Safety Requirements Specification (SSRS)
- Software Architecture Design for ASIL B, C, and D
- Layered Software Design with Safety Separation
- Role of the Software Safety Manager
- Software Unit Design and Safety Constraints
- Programming Language Selection and Restrictions (e.g., MISRA C)
- Handling Runtime Errors, Stack Overflow, and Memory Corruption
- Static and Dynamic Code Analysis Tools
- Software Unit Verification Methods
- Integration Testing for Safety-Critical Paths
- Software-Hardware Integration and Interface Testing
- Software Safety Validation and Evidence Collection
- Software Change Management and Version Control
Module 7: Hardware Development and ASIL Compliance - Hardware Safety Requirements Specification (HSRS)
- Hardware Design for Single and Multi-Point Faults
- Diagnostic Coverage Calculation and Target Achievement
- Probabilistic Metrics for Hardware (PMHF, SPFM, LFM)
- Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) for Critical Components
- Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) Techniques
- Determining Single Point Fault Metric (SPFM)
- Determining Latent Fault Metric (LFM)
- Dependability Analysis Using Reliability Block Diagrams
- Hardware Design Verification and Test Planning
- Environmental Stress Testing and Robustness Verification
- Handling Component Derating and Lifetime Reliability
- Supplier Interface Management and Safety Data Requests
Module 8: Automotive Safety Integrity Level (ASIL) Decomposition - ASIL Decomposition Principles and Rules
- Decomposing ASIL D into Lower ASIL Components
- Independence Requirements Between Decomposed Elements
- Common Cause Failure (CCF) Analysis for Decomposed Systems
- Documentation Requirements for ASIL Decomposition Claims
- Case Studies: Brake Systems and Steering Control Units
- Decomposition in Mixed-ASIL Architectures
- Managing Fault Tolerance Through Decomposition
- Validation of Decomposition Assumptions
- Common Misconceptions and Audit Findings
Module 9: Validation, Verification, and Testing Strategies - Differences Between Verification and Validation
- Test Planning for Safety-Critical Systems
- Test Case Development from Safety Requirements
- Gray-Box and Black-Box Testing for Safety Functions
- Integration Testing of Safety Mechanisms
- Regression Testing for Safety Edits
- Test Coverage Metrics (MC/DC, Statement, Branch)
- Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) Creation
- Using Simulation and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL)
- Acceptance Criteria for Safety Test Results
- Test Reporting and Evidence Archival
- Handling Test Deviations and Workarounds
- Preparing for Independent Functional Safety Assessment
Module 10: Functional Safety Management and Documentation - Establishing a Functional Safety Management Plan
- Safety Planning and Scheduling with Milestones
- Resource Allocation and Competency Requirements
- Creating Safety Lifecycle Plans (SLP)
- Document Management and Configuration Control
- Change Management Processes for Safety Items
- Interface Management with Suppliers and Partners
- Maintaining a Safety Case File
- Records Retention and Audit Readiness
- Internal Safety Audits and Process Improvement
- Tool Qualification Process and Records
- Lessons Learned and Safety Feedback Loops
Module 11: Supplier Management and External Safety Activities - ISO 26262 Requirements for Supplier Interaction
- Safety Item Distribution Agreements (SIDA)
- Defining Safety Requirements for Outsourced Components
- Supplier Assessment and Capability Evaluation
- Reviewing Supplier Safety Evidence and Deliverables
- Managing Subsystem Integration Risks
- Handling Supplier Non-Conformance and Escalation
- Joint Functional Safety Assessments with Suppliers
- Contractual Obligations and Liability Considerations
- Monitoring Supplier Performance Over Time
Module 12: Functional Safety Assessment and Certification - Preparing for Internal and External FSAs
- Functional Safety Assessment Phases and Checklists
- Role of the Independent Safety Assessor
- Level of Independence (LOI) Requirements
- Submitting Safety Evidence for Review
- Addressing Non-Conformances and Major Observations
- Final FSA Report and Compliance Statement
- Navigating Certification with Notified Bodies
- Handling Pre-Audit Gap Analysis
- Post-Certification Surveillance and Maintenance
- Demonstrating Conformity to Market Authorities
Module 13: Advanced Topics in Automotive Functional Safety - Safety for Electric Vehicles and High-Voltage Systems
- Functional Safety in ADAS and Autonomous Driving
- Safety Considerations for Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates
- Interactions Between Cybersecurity and Functional Safety
- SOTIF (ISO 21448) Overview and Complementarity
- Handling Undefined Hazards and Edge Cases
- Safety for AI-Based Systems and Machine Learning
- Dynamic Reconfiguration and Fault Management
- Safety Implications of Cloud Integration
- Fail-Operational vs Fail-Safe Design Philosophies
- Redundancy in Drive-by-Wire Systems
Module 14: Real-World Application and Project Execution - Building a Complete Safety Case from Scratch
- Developing a Functional Safety Plan for a Realistic ADAS Feature
- Conducting a Full HARA for a Lane Keeping Assist System
- Creating Safety Goals and Allocating to Sensors and ECU
- Designing a Technical Safety Concept for Sensor Fusion
- Writing Software Safety Requirements for Object Detection
- Architecting a Dual-Core Lockstep ECU for ASIL D Compliance
- Performing FMEA on a Powertrain Control Module
- Evaluating Diagnostic Coverage for CAN Communication
- Integrating a Safety Monitor in Autonomous Braking Logic
- Defining Test Cases for Emergency Stop Response
- Constructing a Requirement Traceability Matrix
- Preparing for Functional Safety Assessment
- Finalizing a Project Safety Report
Module 15: Certification, Career Advancement & Next Steps - Completing Your Certificate of Completion Process
- Adding the Credential to LinkedIn and Professional Profiles
- Using Certification to Negotiate Promotions or Salaries
- Transitioning into a Full-Time Safety Engineering Role
- Pursuing Advanced Certifications (e.g., TÜV, iSAQB)
- Joining Functional Safety Networks and Forums
- Staying Updated: Industry Newsletters and Technical Journals
- Continuing Education Paths and Advanced Training
- Mentoring Other Engineers in Safety Practices
- Contributing to Internal Safety Standards and Processes
- Preparing for Audits and Expert Witness Roles
- Establishing Yourself as a Functional Safety Authority
- Building a Portfolio of Safety Artifacts and Case Studies
- Leveraging the Course Templates in Future Projects
- Accessing Lifetime Updates and New Industry Modules
- Revisiting Course Content for Refresher and Deep Dive
- ASIL Decomposition Principles and Rules
- Decomposing ASIL D into Lower ASIL Components
- Independence Requirements Between Decomposed Elements
- Common Cause Failure (CCF) Analysis for Decomposed Systems
- Documentation Requirements for ASIL Decomposition Claims
- Case Studies: Brake Systems and Steering Control Units
- Decomposition in Mixed-ASIL Architectures
- Managing Fault Tolerance Through Decomposition
- Validation of Decomposition Assumptions
- Common Misconceptions and Audit Findings
Module 9: Validation, Verification, and Testing Strategies - Differences Between Verification and Validation
- Test Planning for Safety-Critical Systems
- Test Case Development from Safety Requirements
- Gray-Box and Black-Box Testing for Safety Functions
- Integration Testing of Safety Mechanisms
- Regression Testing for Safety Edits
- Test Coverage Metrics (MC/DC, Statement, Branch)
- Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) Creation
- Using Simulation and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL)
- Acceptance Criteria for Safety Test Results
- Test Reporting and Evidence Archival
- Handling Test Deviations and Workarounds
- Preparing for Independent Functional Safety Assessment
Module 10: Functional Safety Management and Documentation - Establishing a Functional Safety Management Plan
- Safety Planning and Scheduling with Milestones
- Resource Allocation and Competency Requirements
- Creating Safety Lifecycle Plans (SLP)
- Document Management and Configuration Control
- Change Management Processes for Safety Items
- Interface Management with Suppliers and Partners
- Maintaining a Safety Case File
- Records Retention and Audit Readiness
- Internal Safety Audits and Process Improvement
- Tool Qualification Process and Records
- Lessons Learned and Safety Feedback Loops
Module 11: Supplier Management and External Safety Activities - ISO 26262 Requirements for Supplier Interaction
- Safety Item Distribution Agreements (SIDA)
- Defining Safety Requirements for Outsourced Components
- Supplier Assessment and Capability Evaluation
- Reviewing Supplier Safety Evidence and Deliverables
- Managing Subsystem Integration Risks
- Handling Supplier Non-Conformance and Escalation
- Joint Functional Safety Assessments with Suppliers
- Contractual Obligations and Liability Considerations
- Monitoring Supplier Performance Over Time
Module 12: Functional Safety Assessment and Certification - Preparing for Internal and External FSAs
- Functional Safety Assessment Phases and Checklists
- Role of the Independent Safety Assessor
- Level of Independence (LOI) Requirements
- Submitting Safety Evidence for Review
- Addressing Non-Conformances and Major Observations
- Final FSA Report and Compliance Statement
- Navigating Certification with Notified Bodies
- Handling Pre-Audit Gap Analysis
- Post-Certification Surveillance and Maintenance
- Demonstrating Conformity to Market Authorities
Module 13: Advanced Topics in Automotive Functional Safety - Safety for Electric Vehicles and High-Voltage Systems
- Functional Safety in ADAS and Autonomous Driving
- Safety Considerations for Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates
- Interactions Between Cybersecurity and Functional Safety
- SOTIF (ISO 21448) Overview and Complementarity
- Handling Undefined Hazards and Edge Cases
- Safety for AI-Based Systems and Machine Learning
- Dynamic Reconfiguration and Fault Management
- Safety Implications of Cloud Integration
- Fail-Operational vs Fail-Safe Design Philosophies
- Redundancy in Drive-by-Wire Systems
Module 14: Real-World Application and Project Execution - Building a Complete Safety Case from Scratch
- Developing a Functional Safety Plan for a Realistic ADAS Feature
- Conducting a Full HARA for a Lane Keeping Assist System
- Creating Safety Goals and Allocating to Sensors and ECU
- Designing a Technical Safety Concept for Sensor Fusion
- Writing Software Safety Requirements for Object Detection
- Architecting a Dual-Core Lockstep ECU for ASIL D Compliance
- Performing FMEA on a Powertrain Control Module
- Evaluating Diagnostic Coverage for CAN Communication
- Integrating a Safety Monitor in Autonomous Braking Logic
- Defining Test Cases for Emergency Stop Response
- Constructing a Requirement Traceability Matrix
- Preparing for Functional Safety Assessment
- Finalizing a Project Safety Report
Module 15: Certification, Career Advancement & Next Steps - Completing Your Certificate of Completion Process
- Adding the Credential to LinkedIn and Professional Profiles
- Using Certification to Negotiate Promotions or Salaries
- Transitioning into a Full-Time Safety Engineering Role
- Pursuing Advanced Certifications (e.g., TÜV, iSAQB)
- Joining Functional Safety Networks and Forums
- Staying Updated: Industry Newsletters and Technical Journals
- Continuing Education Paths and Advanced Training
- Mentoring Other Engineers in Safety Practices
- Contributing to Internal Safety Standards and Processes
- Preparing for Audits and Expert Witness Roles
- Establishing Yourself as a Functional Safety Authority
- Building a Portfolio of Safety Artifacts and Case Studies
- Leveraging the Course Templates in Future Projects
- Accessing Lifetime Updates and New Industry Modules
- Revisiting Course Content for Refresher and Deep Dive
- Establishing a Functional Safety Management Plan
- Safety Planning and Scheduling with Milestones
- Resource Allocation and Competency Requirements
- Creating Safety Lifecycle Plans (SLP)
- Document Management and Configuration Control
- Change Management Processes for Safety Items
- Interface Management with Suppliers and Partners
- Maintaining a Safety Case File
- Records Retention and Audit Readiness
- Internal Safety Audits and Process Improvement
- Tool Qualification Process and Records
- Lessons Learned and Safety Feedback Loops
Module 11: Supplier Management and External Safety Activities - ISO 26262 Requirements for Supplier Interaction
- Safety Item Distribution Agreements (SIDA)
- Defining Safety Requirements for Outsourced Components
- Supplier Assessment and Capability Evaluation
- Reviewing Supplier Safety Evidence and Deliverables
- Managing Subsystem Integration Risks
- Handling Supplier Non-Conformance and Escalation
- Joint Functional Safety Assessments with Suppliers
- Contractual Obligations and Liability Considerations
- Monitoring Supplier Performance Over Time
Module 12: Functional Safety Assessment and Certification - Preparing for Internal and External FSAs
- Functional Safety Assessment Phases and Checklists
- Role of the Independent Safety Assessor
- Level of Independence (LOI) Requirements
- Submitting Safety Evidence for Review
- Addressing Non-Conformances and Major Observations
- Final FSA Report and Compliance Statement
- Navigating Certification with Notified Bodies
- Handling Pre-Audit Gap Analysis
- Post-Certification Surveillance and Maintenance
- Demonstrating Conformity to Market Authorities
Module 13: Advanced Topics in Automotive Functional Safety - Safety for Electric Vehicles and High-Voltage Systems
- Functional Safety in ADAS and Autonomous Driving
- Safety Considerations for Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates
- Interactions Between Cybersecurity and Functional Safety
- SOTIF (ISO 21448) Overview and Complementarity
- Handling Undefined Hazards and Edge Cases
- Safety for AI-Based Systems and Machine Learning
- Dynamic Reconfiguration and Fault Management
- Safety Implications of Cloud Integration
- Fail-Operational vs Fail-Safe Design Philosophies
- Redundancy in Drive-by-Wire Systems
Module 14: Real-World Application and Project Execution - Building a Complete Safety Case from Scratch
- Developing a Functional Safety Plan for a Realistic ADAS Feature
- Conducting a Full HARA for a Lane Keeping Assist System
- Creating Safety Goals and Allocating to Sensors and ECU
- Designing a Technical Safety Concept for Sensor Fusion
- Writing Software Safety Requirements for Object Detection
- Architecting a Dual-Core Lockstep ECU for ASIL D Compliance
- Performing FMEA on a Powertrain Control Module
- Evaluating Diagnostic Coverage for CAN Communication
- Integrating a Safety Monitor in Autonomous Braking Logic
- Defining Test Cases for Emergency Stop Response
- Constructing a Requirement Traceability Matrix
- Preparing for Functional Safety Assessment
- Finalizing a Project Safety Report
Module 15: Certification, Career Advancement & Next Steps - Completing Your Certificate of Completion Process
- Adding the Credential to LinkedIn and Professional Profiles
- Using Certification to Negotiate Promotions or Salaries
- Transitioning into a Full-Time Safety Engineering Role
- Pursuing Advanced Certifications (e.g., TÜV, iSAQB)
- Joining Functional Safety Networks and Forums
- Staying Updated: Industry Newsletters and Technical Journals
- Continuing Education Paths and Advanced Training
- Mentoring Other Engineers in Safety Practices
- Contributing to Internal Safety Standards and Processes
- Preparing for Audits and Expert Witness Roles
- Establishing Yourself as a Functional Safety Authority
- Building a Portfolio of Safety Artifacts and Case Studies
- Leveraging the Course Templates in Future Projects
- Accessing Lifetime Updates and New Industry Modules
- Revisiting Course Content for Refresher and Deep Dive
- Preparing for Internal and External FSAs
- Functional Safety Assessment Phases and Checklists
- Role of the Independent Safety Assessor
- Level of Independence (LOI) Requirements
- Submitting Safety Evidence for Review
- Addressing Non-Conformances and Major Observations
- Final FSA Report and Compliance Statement
- Navigating Certification with Notified Bodies
- Handling Pre-Audit Gap Analysis
- Post-Certification Surveillance and Maintenance
- Demonstrating Conformity to Market Authorities
Module 13: Advanced Topics in Automotive Functional Safety - Safety for Electric Vehicles and High-Voltage Systems
- Functional Safety in ADAS and Autonomous Driving
- Safety Considerations for Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates
- Interactions Between Cybersecurity and Functional Safety
- SOTIF (ISO 21448) Overview and Complementarity
- Handling Undefined Hazards and Edge Cases
- Safety for AI-Based Systems and Machine Learning
- Dynamic Reconfiguration and Fault Management
- Safety Implications of Cloud Integration
- Fail-Operational vs Fail-Safe Design Philosophies
- Redundancy in Drive-by-Wire Systems
Module 14: Real-World Application and Project Execution - Building a Complete Safety Case from Scratch
- Developing a Functional Safety Plan for a Realistic ADAS Feature
- Conducting a Full HARA for a Lane Keeping Assist System
- Creating Safety Goals and Allocating to Sensors and ECU
- Designing a Technical Safety Concept for Sensor Fusion
- Writing Software Safety Requirements for Object Detection
- Architecting a Dual-Core Lockstep ECU for ASIL D Compliance
- Performing FMEA on a Powertrain Control Module
- Evaluating Diagnostic Coverage for CAN Communication
- Integrating a Safety Monitor in Autonomous Braking Logic
- Defining Test Cases for Emergency Stop Response
- Constructing a Requirement Traceability Matrix
- Preparing for Functional Safety Assessment
- Finalizing a Project Safety Report
Module 15: Certification, Career Advancement & Next Steps - Completing Your Certificate of Completion Process
- Adding the Credential to LinkedIn and Professional Profiles
- Using Certification to Negotiate Promotions or Salaries
- Transitioning into a Full-Time Safety Engineering Role
- Pursuing Advanced Certifications (e.g., TÜV, iSAQB)
- Joining Functional Safety Networks and Forums
- Staying Updated: Industry Newsletters and Technical Journals
- Continuing Education Paths and Advanced Training
- Mentoring Other Engineers in Safety Practices
- Contributing to Internal Safety Standards and Processes
- Preparing for Audits and Expert Witness Roles
- Establishing Yourself as a Functional Safety Authority
- Building a Portfolio of Safety Artifacts and Case Studies
- Leveraging the Course Templates in Future Projects
- Accessing Lifetime Updates and New Industry Modules
- Revisiting Course Content for Refresher and Deep Dive
- Building a Complete Safety Case from Scratch
- Developing a Functional Safety Plan for a Realistic ADAS Feature
- Conducting a Full HARA for a Lane Keeping Assist System
- Creating Safety Goals and Allocating to Sensors and ECU
- Designing a Technical Safety Concept for Sensor Fusion
- Writing Software Safety Requirements for Object Detection
- Architecting a Dual-Core Lockstep ECU for ASIL D Compliance
- Performing FMEA on a Powertrain Control Module
- Evaluating Diagnostic Coverage for CAN Communication
- Integrating a Safety Monitor in Autonomous Braking Logic
- Defining Test Cases for Emergency Stop Response
- Constructing a Requirement Traceability Matrix
- Preparing for Functional Safety Assessment
- Finalizing a Project Safety Report