Course Overview

The “An Invitation to Computational Fluid Dynamics: From Fundamentals to Applications” course, held from September 15th to September 19th, 2025, is designed to provide master’s and doctoral students, as well as advanced learners, with the essential skills to effectively use Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) tools. CFD plays a crucial role in various industries, including aerospace, energy, automotive, and environmental engineering, by enabling the analysis and optimization of fluid flow phenomena.

Coordinated by Rodolfo Ostilla Mónico, the course will provide a blend of theoretical instruction, hands-on programming, and practical application to give participants a comprehensive understanding of both the fundamentals and advanced applications of CFD.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the theoretical foundations and numerical techniques used in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
• Apply CFD tools to analyze fluid flow phenomena, focusing on precision and optimization in various engineering contexts.
• Gain hands-on experience programming in Python to develop and apply CFD algorithms.
• Utilize open-source tools, such as OpenFOAM, to understand the operations behind widely used commercial CFD software.
• Develop the ability to use CFD for practical applications in aerospace, automotive, energy, and environmental engineering fields.

Who Should Attend?

This course is intended for:

• Master’s and doctoral students specializing in fields such as fluid dynamics, aerospace engineering, energy engineering, and environmental engineering.
• Advanced learners interested in gaining deeper insights into Computational Fluid Dynamics and its real-world applications.
• Researchers and professionals looking to enhance their knowledge of CFD tools and numerical techniques.

Instructors and Expertise (for more details)

The course will be led by a team of experienced instructors:

• Rodolfo Ostilla Mónico (Course Coordinator)
• Miguel Fosas de Pando
• Marianela Machuca Macías

Each instructor brings significant experience in CFD modeling, numerical methods, and engineering applications, ensuring a robust learning experience for all participants.

Course Structure

The course will take place over five days, combining theoretical lessons, hands-on programming, and practical applications:

September 15 – 19, 2025:

• Theoretical instruction covering the fundamentals of fluid dynamics, numerical methods, and the principles of CFD.
• Hands-on programming in Python, allowing participants to develop CFD algorithms and gain insight into the inner workings of computational tools.
• Practical sessions using OpenFOAM, a widely-used open-source CFD tool, to understand its applications and how it compares to commercial CFD software.
• Case studies focusing on applications in aerospace, automotive, energy, and environmental engineering.

Key Benefits of the Course

• Gain an in-depth understanding of CFD fundamentals and numerical methods used to simulate fluid flow phenomena.
• Hands-on experience in programming and applying CFD tools, particularly using Python and OpenFOAM.
• Learn to analyze and optimize fluid dynamics in real-world engineering contexts, such as aerospace, energy, automotive, and environmental sectors.
• Develop skills to critically assess the operation of commercial CFD software by learning from open-source tools.
• Enhance practical problem-solving abilities with CFD in real-world engineering scenarios.

Course Duration and Details

• Duration: 20 hours
• Dates: 15 – 19 September 2025
• Target Audience: Master’s and doctoral students, advanced learners in the field of fluid dynamics and related engineering disciplines.

This course offers a unique opportunity to gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics, providing participants with the skills required to tackle fluid flow problems in various engineering applications.

Course content, assessment and other relevant information

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