Diploma in Skyscraper Aerodynamics and Wind Comfort
The Diploma in Skyscraper Aerodynamics and Wind Comfort explores the application of computational aerodynamics (CFD) and airflow analysis principles to skyscraper design, focusing on optimizing wind comfort and mitigating effects such as wind vortex and dynamic pressure. Wind-building interaction is studied, implementing simulations to analyze natural ventilation and indoor air quality, and relating these factors to energy efficiency and occupant well-being.
The diploma provides tools to assess the impact of wind on the structural stability of tall buildings, including the study of virtual wind tunnels and the application of turbulence models.
Design strategies are addressed to reduce wind force, decrease wind noise, and improve the sustainability of projects. Concepts of urban wind energy and the integration of natural ventilation systems are included.
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What you will be able to do
Advanced Analysis of Wind Comfort and Aerodynamic Design of Skyscrapers
Optimization of Wind Comfort and Aerodynamic Design of High-Rise Buildings
Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)
Evaluation and Design of Rotational Systems for Wind Control in Urban Environments
Detailed Analysis of the Performance of Rotating Systems in Skyscraper Environments
In-depth Study of Rotor Modeling and Performance for Skyscrapers
Detailed Evaluation of Rotor Modeling and Operation in Skyscraper Environments
Specialized Study of Rotor Modeling and Operation in the Context of Skyscraper Wind Turbines
Who it's for
- Engineers with degrees in Aerospace, Mechanical, Industrial, Automation, or related fields.
- Professionals working in the OEM rotorcraft/eVTOL, MRO, consulting, and research industries at technology centers.
- Specialists in areas such as Flight Testing, aeronautical certification, avionics, control systems, and flight dynamics who wish to deepen their knowledge.
- Officials and experts from regulatory bodies and competent authorities, as well as professionals involved in Urban Air Mobility (UAM) / eVTOL who need to acquire skills in regulatory compliance.
What you'll work with
- Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the first module.
- Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
- Evidence-oriented TFM: safety case, test plan, compliance dossierand operational limits.
- Mentored by industry: teachers with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
- Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
- Ethics and security: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
10 modules
- Module 1 — Advanced Analysis of Wind Comfort and Aerodynamic Design of Skyscrapers
1.1Introduction to Skyscraper Aerodynamics and Wind Comfort1.2Fundamentals of Wind Simulation: CFD and Numerical Methods1.3Key Parameters for Wind Comfort Assessment1.4Aerodynamic Design: Strategies for Mitigating Wind in Skyscrapers1.5Case Studies: Analysis of Existing Buildings and Their Wind Problems1.6Advanced Wind Simulation Tools and Software1.7Influence of the Urban Environment on Wind Behavior1.8Design Techniques for Optimizing Pedestrian Comfort1.9Wind Comfort Regulations and Standards1.10Sensitivity Analysis and Optimization of Aerodynamic Design
2.2Fundamentals of Wind Comfort and Aerodynamic Design2.2Wind Comfort Analysis in Skyscrapers: Methods and Tools2.3Aerodynamic Design for Wind Comfort Optimization2.4Impact of Design on Wind Comfort: Case Studies2.5Wind Mitigation Techniques in Urban Environments2.6Wind Modeling and Simulation for Urban Design2.7Implementation of Wind Comfort Solutions2.8Design Standards and Regulations for Wind Comfort2.9Cost-Benefit Analysis of Wind Comfort Strategies2.20Future of Aerodynamic Design and Wind Comfort in Tall Buildings
3.3Introduction to the Simulation of Urban Rotational Systems3.2Fundamentals of Computational Aerodynamics for Rotational Systems3.3Wind Flow and Turbulence Modeling in Urban Environments3.4Wind-Rotor Interaction Simulation3.5Performance Analysis of Rotational Systems3.6Validation and Verification of Simulation Models3.7Case Studies: Simulation of Rotational Systems in Different Urban Environments3.8Software and Tools for Rotational System Simulation3.9Sensitivity Analysis and Design Optimization3.30Applications of Simulation in the Design of Rotational Systems3.30
4.4Introduction to Urban Wind Kinetics and its Impact on Design4.2Fundamentals of Wind Comfort: Evaluation and Key Metrics4.3CFD Simulation Tools for Wind Analysis4.4Initial Aerodynamic Design of Buildings and its Influence on Wind4.5Wind Mitigation Strategies: Techniques and Parametric Design4.6Wind Comfort Optimization: Case Studies and Best Practices4.7Integration of Rotational Systems in Urban Design4.8Cost-Benefit Analysis of Wind Energy Solutions4.9Urban Legislation and Regulations Related to Wind4.40Future Trends in Urban Wind Energy Design
5.5Introduction to Wind Comfort at Height: Fundamentals and Parameters5.5Wind Flow and its Impact on Tall Buildings5.3Tools and Methodologies for Wind Comfort Analysis5.4Regulations and Standards in Wind Comfort Design5.5Case Studies: Wind Comfort Analysis in Real-World Projects5.5Principles of Aerodynamic Design for Skyscrapers5.5Strategies for Wind Mitigation in Tall Buildings5.3Shapes and Geometries Optimized for Aerodynamic Performance5.4Design Techniques for Reducing Wind Load5.5Case Studies: Aerodynamic Design in Iconic Skyscrapers3.5Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)3.5Modeling and Simulation of Rotational Systems3.3Applications of Simulation in Urban Environments3.4Validation and Verification of Simulation Models3.5Case Studies: Simulation of Rotational Systems in Urban Scenarios4.5Principles of Rotational System Design for Wind Control Wind4.5Selection and Design of Rotors and Rotational Devices4.3Integration of Rotational Systems in the Urban Environment4.4Design Considerations for Efficiency and Performance4.5Case Study: Design of Rotational Systems in Urban Environments5.5Performance Analysis of Rotational Systems in Skyscrapers5.5Evaluation of Efficiency and Environmental Impact5.3Design and Optimization for Noise and Vibration Reduction5.4Structural and Safety Considerations in Skyscrapers5.5Case Study: Performance of Rotational Systems in Skyscrapers6.5Introduction to Rotor Modeling6.5Analysis of Different Types of Rotors and Their Applications6.3Advanced Rotor Modeling and Simulation Techniques6.4Optimizing Rotor Design for Performance6.5Case Study: Modeling and Performance of Rotors in Different Contexts7.5Rotor Evaluation Methodologies7.5Analysis of Data and Results from Simulations and Tests7.3Evaluation of Rotor Performance in Skyscrapers7.4Comparison of Different rotor designs7.5Case studies: Rotor evaluation in skyscraper environments8.5Fundamentals of wind modeling8.5Wind flow modeling in urban environments8.3Wind-rotor interaction modeling in skyscrapers8.4Results analysis and design optimization8.5Case studies: Wind modeling of rotors in skyscrapers8.5
6.6Fundamentals of Rotor Modeling: Basic principles and key concepts.6.2Modeling Methodologies: Simulation and analysis techniques.6.3Critical Design Parameters: Factors influencing rotor performance.6.4Advanced Numerical Modeling: Implementation and analysis using specialized software.6.5Validation and Verification: Comparison with experimental data and standards.6.6Rotor Aerodynamics: Rotor interaction with airflow.6.7Parametric Design: Rotor design optimization.6.8Sensitivity Analysis: Identification of key variables.6.9Case Studies: Analysis of existing rotor designs.6.60Future Trends: Innovations and developments in rotor modeling.
- 7. Introduction to Wind Comfort at High Heights
7.7Fundamentals of Wind-Building Interaction7.2Key Parameters of Wind Comfort: Speed and Turbulence7.3Comfort Assessment Methodologies: Indices and Criteria7.4Influence of Building Shape and Geometry7.7Impact of the Urban Environment on Wind7.6CFD Simulation Tools for Preliminary Analysis7.7International Standards and Regulations on Wind Comfort7.8Case Studies: Successful Design Examples7.9Mitigation Techniques: Barriers and Control Elements7.70Future of Wind Comfort: Trends and Challenges- 2. Aerodynamic Design for Skyscrapers
2.7Principles of Aerodynamics Applied to Tall Buildings2.2Designing the Building Shape to Minimize Wind Load2.3Strategies to Reduce Drag and Turbulence2.4Designing Façades and Architectural Details for Wind Control2.7Vortex Effects and Their Mitigation2.6Advanced CFD Modeling for Aerodynamic Analysis2.7Wind Tunnels: Testing and Validation2.8Wind-Induced Vibration Analysis2.9Design of Dampers and Vibration Control Systems2.70Integration of Aerodynamic Design into the Architectural Design Process- 3. Simulation of Urban Rotational Systems
3.7Operating Principles of Rotational Systems3.2Types of Rotational Systems and Their Applications3.3Numerical Modeling of Rotational Systems3.4CFD Simulation for Performance Analysis3.7Integration of Rotational Systems into the Urban Environment3.6Environmental Impact Assessment of Rotational Systems3.7Simulation of Wind-Rotor Interaction3.8Specialized Simulation Tools and Software3.9Rotor Design Optimization3.70Case Studies: Practical Examples- 4. Design of Urban Rotational Systems
4.7Design Criteria for Rotational Systems4.2Rotor Type Selection 4.3 Component Design and Sizing4.4System Location and Orientation Design4.7Integration of Rotational Systems into Urban Design4.6Design of Support and Anchoring Structures4.7Structural and Fatigue Analysis of Components4.8Design of Control and Monitoring Systems4.9Costs and Economic Feasibility4.70Standards and Regulations for Rotational Systems- 7. Performance of Rotational Systems in Skyscrapers
7.7Principles of Rotor Aerodynamics in Complex Environments7.2Rotor-Building Interaction and its Effect on Performance7.3Evaluation of the Energy Performance of Systems7.4Advanced Modeling of Wind-Rotor-Building Interaction7.7Sensitivity Analysis of Design Parameters7.6Performance Optimization under Different Wind Conditions7.7CFD Simulation for Performance Analysis7.8Measurement Techniques and Experimental Validation7.9Case Studies: Design and Performance Examples7.70Economic and Sustainability- 6. Rotor Modeling and Performance
6.7Fundamentals of Rotor Modeling6.2Impulse and Momentum Theories6.3Blade Element Theory6.4High-Fidelity Modeling Methods6.7Boundary Layer and Turbulence Modeling6.6Scale and Roughness Effects6.7Rotor Performance Simulation6.8Experimental Model Validation6.9Sensitivity Analysis of Rotor Parameters6.70Rotor Design Optimization- 7. Rotor Evaluation in Skyscrapers
7.7Rotor Performance Evaluation Methods7.2Rotor-Building Interaction Analysis7.3Advanced CFD Modeling for Evaluation7.4Validation Through Wind Tunnel Testing7.7Rotor Energy Efficiency Evaluation7.6Analysis of the Influence of Environmental Conditions7.7Visual and Acoustic Impact Assessment7.8Life and Maintenance Study7.9Cost Analysis and benefits7.70Case studies: evaluation of existing rotors- 8. Wind Modeling of Rotors
8.7Wind characterization in urban environments8.2Wind modeling for rotor simulation8.3Turbulence modeling techniques8.4Atmospheric boundary layer modeling methods8.7Rotor-wind interaction modeling8.6Analysis of the influence of building shape8.7Rotor design optimization8.8CFD simulation for wind modeling8.9Model validation with experimental data8.70Applications of wind modeling
8.8Fundamentals of Wind Modeling: Principles and Methods8.8Introduction to Aerodynamic Rotor Design: Key Parameters8.3Numerical Rotor Simulation: Tools and Techniques8.4Wind Flow Modeling in Complex Urban Environments8.5Rotor-Wind Interaction Analysis in Skyscrapers8.6Rotor Design Optimization for Energy Efficiency8.7Rotor Material Design and Selection: Durability and Performance8.8Case Studies: Examples of Rotor Modeling and Design in Skyscrapers8.8Environmental and Economic Impact Assessment of Rotor Systems8.80Future Trends in Wind Modeling and Rotor Design
9.9Introduction to Wind Comfort and Aerodynamics9.9Principles of Wind Flow around Buildings9.3Wind Comfort Analysis Methodologies9.4Basic Aerodynamic Design for Wind Mitigation9.5Simulation and Modeling Tools9.6Case Studies: Examples of Successful Design9.7Climatic Factors and Their Impact on Wind Comfort9.8Design Regulations and Standards9.9Pedestrian Comfort Assessment9.90Design Strategies for Different Urban Environments9.9Advanced Strategies for Optimizing Wind Comfort9.9Design of Facades and Architectural Elements9.3Integration of Wind Control Systems9.4Modeling and Simulation of Complex Wind Flows9.5Analysis of the Impact of Building Orientation9.6Design Techniques to Reduce Turbulence9.7Parametric and Generative Design in Architecture9.8Case Studies of High-Rise Buildings9.9Comfort Assessment in Different Building Zones9.90Sustainability and Energy Efficiency Considerations3.9Introduction to Rotational Systems in Urban Environments3.9Operating Principles of Rotational Systems3.3CFD Modeling and Simulation of Rotational Systems3.4Analysis of Key Design Parameters3.5Integration of Rotational Systems into Urban Models3.6Impact Assessment on Wind Flow3.7Simulation of Different Design Configurations3.8Case Studies of Urban Applications3.9Validation of Models and Simulation Results3.90Sensitivity Analysis and Optimization4.9Conceptual Design of Rotational Systems4.9Selection and Sizing of Components4.3Detailed Design of Rotors and Blades4.4Integration with Building Architecture4.5Control and Regulation of Rotating Systems4.6System Design for Different Wind Conditions4.7Energy Performance Evaluation4.8Design for Sustainability4.9Design and Implementation Case Studies4.90Regulations and Regulatory Considerations5.9Wind Behavior Analysis in Skyscrapers5.9Wind-Building Interaction and Aerodynamic Effects5.3Analysis of the Efficiency of Rotating Systems5.4CFD Modeling of Rotating Systems in Skyscrapers5.5Evaluation of Wind Comfort at Height5.6Design Optimization for Different Configurations5.7Analysis of the Influence of Environmental Factors5.8Case Studies of Applications in Skyscrapers5.9Performance Metrics and Results Evaluation5.90Integration of Rotating Systems in Design6.9Principles Rotor Modeling6.9Numerical Modeling Methodologies6.3Key Parameters in Rotor Design6.4Rotor Aerodynamics Analysis6.5Rotor Performance Evaluation6.6Rotor-Wind Interaction Modeling6.7Design Optimization for Different Conditions6.8Simulation of Complex Wind Flows6.9Rotor Modeling Case Studies6.90Modeling Tools and Software7.9Rotor Performance Evaluation in Urban Environments7.9Influence of Topography and Architecture7.3Performance Evaluation Metrics7.4Energy Efficiency Analysis7.5Rotor CFD Simulation and Analysis7.6Impact on Pedestrian Wind Comfort7.7Urban Application Case Studies7.8Model Validation and Verification7.9Test Design and Experimentation7.90Analysis of Design Sensitivity and Optimization8.9Wind Modeling in the Context of Skyscrapers8.9Aerodynamic Effects on Skyscrapers8.3CFD Simulation in Skyscraper Environments8.4Rotor Design for Skyscrapers8.5Integration of Rotors into Architectural Design8.6Performance Optimization in Skyscrapers8.7Analysis of Rotor-Building-Wind Interaction8.8Modeling and Design Case Studies8.9Energy Efficiency Evaluation8.90Regulatory and Normative Considerations9.9Advanced Analysis Methods in Aerodynamic Design9.9Aerodynamic Design Optimization9.3Use of Advanced Simulation Software9.4Parametric and Generative Design9.5Three-Dimensional Wind Flow Analysis9.6Design for Different Climatic Conditions9.7Integration with Systems Renewable Energy9.8Environmental Impact Assessment9.9Advanced Aerodynamic Design Case Studies9.90Presentation of Future Projects and Applications
- 1. Introduction to the Design and Modeling of Rotors for Skyscrapers
- 2. Aerodynamic Principles Applied to High-Rise Rotors
- 3. CFD Modeling for Flow Simulation in Rotors
- 4. Parametric Rotor Design: Optimization and Analysis
- 5. Wind Comfort Analysis and its Impact on Rotor Design
- 6. Evaluation of the Energy Performance of Rotating Systems
- 7. Integration of Rotors into the Architectural Design of Skyscrapers
- 8. Simulation and Analysis of Rotor Performance in Urban Environments
- 9. Materials and Technologies for Rotor Manufacturing
- 10. Final Project: Case Study and Design Presentation
How you'll learn
- Hands-on methodology: test-before-you-trust, design reviews, failure analysis, compliance evidence.
- Software (depending on licenses/partners): MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), OpenVSP, SU2/OpenFOAM, Nastran/Abaqus, AMESim/Modelica, acoustics tools, planning toolchains DO-178C.
- SEIUM Laboratories: scale rotor bench, vibrations/acoustics, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL for AFCS, data acquisition with strain gauging.
- Standards and compliance: EN 9100, 17025, ISO 27001, GDPR.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- Profile: Background in Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields; practical experience in NLP and valued information retrieval systems.
- Documentation: Updated CV, academic transcript, SOP/statement of purpose, project examples or code (optional).
- Process: Application → Technical evaluation of profile and experience → Technical interview → Review of case studies → Final decision → Enrollment.
- Fees:
- Single payment: 10% discount.
- Payment in 3 installments: No fees; 30% upon registration + 2 equal monthly payments of the remaining 35%. Monthly payment: available with a 7% commission on the total; annual review. Scholarships: based on academic merit, financial need, and promoting inclusion; agreements with companies in the sector for partial or full scholarships. See "Calendar & Calls for Applications," "Scholarships & Grants," and "Fees & Financing" in the SEIUM mega-menu.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, we have international certification
Yes: experimental models, real data, applied simulations, professional environments, real case studies.
It is not mandatory. We offer leveling tracks and tutoring.
Completely. It covers e-propulsion, integration, and emerging regulations (SC-VTOL).
Recommended. There are also internal challenges and consortiums.
Yes. Online/hybrid modality with planned labs and visa support (see “Visa & Residence”).
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