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Diploma in Wind Tunnel Testing and CFD for Structures

The Diploma in Wind Tunnel Testing and CFD for Structures integrates the use of wind tunnels and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) for the analysis and optimization of the aerodynamic and structural behavior of various structures. It focuses on the application of advanced methodologies to simulate and validate airflow around models, using tools and techniques such as pressure analysis, flow visualization, and computational modeling. The program covers everything from planning and conducting wind tunnel tests to analyzing results and interpreting CFD data, including the application of specialized software for aerodynamic simulation and structural analysis. The training provides hands-on experience in setting up and operating wind tunnels, as well as applying CFD for design validation and the optimization of structures such as buildings, bridges, and vehicles. The goal is to train professionals capable of evaluating the wind resistance, stability, and aerodynamic performance of structures. The program prepares students for professional roles such as aerodynamic engineers, CFD analysts, structural engineers, and aerodynamic design consultants, providing essential skills for the engineering and architecture industry.

Duration6–8 months
ModeOnline
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

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Mastery of Wind Tunnel Testing and CFD for Naval Structural Analysis

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Comprehensive Analysis of Naval Structures using Wind Tunnel Testing and CFD

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Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)

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Advanced Evaluation of Naval Structures: Wind Tunnel Testing and CFD

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Rotor Modeling and Simulation for Naval Design [The text abruptly shifts to a seemingly unrelated topic:]

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Aerodynamic Analysis and Design of Naval Rotors using CFD and Wind Tunneling

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Rotor Modeling and Performance in Naval Design: A Focus on Wind Tunneling and CFD

Profile

Who it's for

  • Graduates in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related fields.
  • Professionals in OEM rotorcraft/eVTOL, MRO, consulting, and technology centers.
  • Flight Testing, certification, avionics, control, and dynamics seeking specialization.
  • Regulators/authorities and UAM/eVTOL professionals requiring compliance skills.
Recommended qualifications: based in Aerodynamics, control, and structures; ES/EN B2+/C1. We offer bridging tracks if needed.
Standards & tools

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.
Syllabus

10 modules

  1. 1.1Introduction to CFD and Wind Tunnels in Naval Design
  2. 1.2Fundamentals of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
  3. 1.3Wind Tunnel Operating Principles
  4. 1.4Initial Applications of CFD in Naval Design
  5. 1.5Initial Uses of Wind Tunnels in Naval Design
  6. 1.6Advantages and Limitations of CFD and Wind Tunnels
  7. 1.7Introduction to Naval Structural Analysis Methodology
  8. 1.8Common Software and Tools in CFD and Wind Tunnels
  9. 1.9Importance of Data and Results Analysis
  10. 1.10Introductory Case Studies
  1. 2.2Fundamentals of CFD and Wind Tunnel Testing in Naval Design
  2. 2.2Principles of Structural Analysis in Naval Environments
  3. 2.3Introduction to Wind Tunnel Testing Methodology
  4. 2.4CFD Simulation Applied to Naval Structures
  5. 2.5Fluid-Structure Interaction: Concepts and Applications
  6. 2.6Load and Deformation Analysis in Naval Structures
  7. 2.7Structural Optimization Using CFD and Wind Tunnel Testing
  8. 2.8Validation and Verification of Numerical and Experimental Models
  9. 2.9Case Studies: Practical Applications in Naval Design
  10. 2.20Tools and Software for Structural Analysis
  1. 3.3Fundamentals of Naval Optimization: Introduction to CFD and Wind Tunnels
  2. 3.2CFD in Naval Design: Principles and Applications
  3. 3.3Wind Tunnels in Naval Design: Principles and Applications
  4. 3.4Interaction between CFD and Wind Tunnels: Analysis Methodologies
  5. 3.5Hull Optimization: Resistance and Propulsion
  6. 3.6Superstructure Optimization: Aerodynamics and Stability
  7. 3.7Analysis and Optimization of Propulsion Systems
  8. 3.8Appendage Design: Rudders, Fins, and Stabilizers
  9. 3.9Case Studies: Optimization in Real Naval Projects
  10. 3.30Tools and Software for Naval Optimization
  11. 3.4
  1. 4.4Introduction to Advanced Naval Structural Assessment: Fundamentals and Objectives
  2. 4.2Wind Tunnel Testing for Naval Structures: Methodology and Applications
  3. 4.3CFD in Naval Structural Analysis: Principles and Configuration
  4. 4.4CFD and Wind Tunnel Interaction: Model Validation and Calibration
  5. 4.5Load and Deformation Analysis in Complex Naval Structures
  6. 4.6Evaluation of Structural Strength under Different Operating Conditions
  7. 4.7Optimized Design for Stress Reduction and Service Life Improvement
  8. 4.8Integration of Test and CFD Data in the Design Process
  9. 4.9Failure Analysis and Failure Modes in Naval Structures
  10. 4.40Case Studies: Practical Applications and Key Results
  1. 5.5Principles of Naval Rotor Propulsion: Fundamentals
  2. 5.5Modeling Naval Rotors: Theory and Practice
  3. 5.3CFD Simulation for Rotor Analysis
  4. 5.4Wind Tunnel Testing for Naval Rotors
  5. 5.5Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Rotors
  6. 5.6Rotor Design Optimization with CFD
  7. 5.7Experimental Validation of Rotor Models
  8. 5.8Rotor Performance Analysis: Efficiency and Cavitation
  9. 5.9Integrating Rotors into Naval Hull Design
  10. 5.50Case Studies: Rotor Design and Analysis
  11. 5.50
  1. 6.6Fundamentals of Rotor Aerodynamics: Key Principles
  2. 6.2Mathematical Modeling of Naval Rotors: Theories and Methods
  3. 6.3CFD Software for Rotor Simulation: Tools and Applications
  4. 6.4Rotor Design: Selection of Airfoils
  5. 6.5Flow Simulation around Rotors: Performance Analysis
  6. 6.6Stability and Control Analysis of Naval Rotors
  7. 6.7Rotor Design Optimization: Strategies and Techniques
  8. 6.8Wind Tunnel for Rotor Model Validation
  9. 6.9Specific Applications: Rotors in Different Types of Vessels
  10. 6.60Case Studies: Design and Analysis of Successful Rotors
  11. 6.7
  1. 7.7Fundamentals of Naval Rotor Propulsion: Theory and Principles
  2. 7.2Rotor Design: Geometry, Profiles, and Material Selection
  3. 7.3Introduction to CFD for Naval Rotor Analysis
  4. 7.4Introduction to Wind Tunnels: Techniques and Methodologies
  5. 7.7CFD Simulation of Flow Around Rotors
  6. 7.6Wind Tunnel Testing for Rotors: Methodology and Analysis
  7. 7.7Rotor Performance Analysis: Thrust, Torque, and Efficiency
  8. 7.8Rotor Design Optimization: CFD and Combined Testing
  9. 7.9Cavitation Modeling in Rotors: CFD and Experimental Validation
  10. 7.70Practical Applications: Case Studies in Naval Design
  11. 7.8
  1. 8.8Introduction to Naval Engineering and the Importance of CFD and Wind Tunnels
  2. 8.8Fundamental Principles of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
  3. 8.3Fundamentals of Wind Tunnel Testing and its Applications
  4. 8.4Instrumentation and Measurement Techniques in Wind Tunnels
  5. 8.5Introduction to Naval Geometry and Data Preprocessing
  6. 8.6CFD Simulation: Configuration and Key Parameters
  7. 8.7Results Analysis and Data Validation
  8. 8.8Introduction to Naval Structural Analysis
  9. 8.8CFD Methodologies for Structural Analysis: Pressures and Loads
  10. 8.3Wind Tunnel Testing for Load Determination
  11. 8.4Modeling and Simulation of Naval Structures with CFD
  12. 8.5Stress and Strain Analysis
  13. 8.6Validation of Structural Models with Experimental Data
  14. 8.7Case Studies: Structural Analysis of Different Types of Ships
  15. 3.8Fundamentals of Naval Design Optimization
  16. 3.8CFD-Based Optimization: Hull and Appendage Design
  17. 3.3Wind Tunnel Testing Optimization: Drag Reduction
  18. 3.4Design of Experiments (DoE) Methodologies for Optimization
  19. 3.5Optimization Algorithms and Their Applications
  20. 3.6Sensitivity Analysis and Robust Design
  21. 3.7Case Studies: Energy Efficiency Optimization
  22. 4.8Advanced Structural Analysis Techniques
  23. 4.8Advanced CFD: Fluid-Structure Interaction (FSI)
  24. 4.3Advanced Wind Tunnel Testing: Scale Models
  25. 4.4Fatigue and Durability Analysis of Naval Structures
  26. 4.5Evaluation of Structural Integrity under Different Conditions
  27. 4.6Failure Analysis and Damage Mechanisms
  28. 4.7Practical Examples: Evaluation of Structures under Different Conditions Extremes
  29. 5.8Principles of Naval Propulsion and Rotor Design
  30. 5.8Introduction to Rotor Theory and its Applications
  31. 5.3Rotor Modeling for CFD
  32. 5.4CFD Simulation of Flow around Rotors
  33. 5.5Rotor Performance Analysis: Thrust, Torque, Efficiency
  34. 5.6Rotor-Helm Interaction
  35. 5.7Wake Flow Simulation and its Impact on Performance
  36. 6.8Geometric Modeling of Rotors: Tools and Techniques
  37. 6.8Rotor Mesh Generation
  38. 6.3Configuring CFD Simulation for Rotors
  39. 6.4Analysis of Rotor Design Parameters: Pitch, Curvature
  40. 6.5Validation of Rotor Models
  41. 6.6Rotor Design Optimization
  42. 6.7Practical Applications and Case Studies
  43. 7.8Applications of CFD and Wind Tunnels in Rotor Design
  44. 7.8CFD Simulation of Rotors: Transient and Steady Flow
  45. 7.3Wind Tunnel Testing for Rotor Model Validation
  46. 7.4Analysis of Rotor Aerodynamic Performance
  47. 7.5Aerodynamic Design and Optimization of Rotors
  48. 7.6Effects of Cavitation on Rotor Design
  49. 7.7Practical Applications and Case Studies
  50. 8.8CFD and Wind Tunnel Applications for Rotor Performance
  51. 8.8Aerodynamic Design and Optimization of Rotors
  52. 8.3Rotor Performance Analysis: Thrust, Torque, Efficiency
  53. 8.4Rotor-Shell Interaction
  54. 8.5Wakeflow Simulation and its Impact on Performance
  55. 8.6Rotor Design Optimization
  56. 8.7Practical Applications and Case Studies
  1. 9.9Fundamentals of Wind Tunnel Testing for Naval Structures
  2. 9.9Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
  3. 9.3Application of CFD in Naval Structural Analysis
  4. 9.4Comparison between Wind Tunnel and CFD Testing
  5. 9.5Validation of Models and Results
  6. 9.6Practical Cases of Structural Analysis with CFD and Wind Tunnel Testing
  7. 9.9Methodology of Comprehensive Structural Analysis
  8. 9.9Integration of Wind Tunnel and CFD Test Data
  9. 9.3Load and Deformation Analysis in Naval Structures
  10. 9.4Fatigue and Durability Analysis
  11. 9.5Evaluation of Structural Response under Different Scenarios
  12. 9.6Design and Optimization of Naval Structures
  13. 3.9Principles of Naval Design Optimization
  14. 3.9Implementation of CFD in the Optimization Process
  15. 3.3Optimization of Hull Shape to Reduce Drag
  16. 3.4Optimization of Structure to Reduce Weight and Costs
  17. 3.5Design of Efficient Hydrodynamic Surfaces
  18. 3.6Practical Applications and Studies Case Studies
  19. 4.9Advanced Wind Tunnel Testing Techniques
  20. 4.9Advanced CFD Methodology for Naval Structures
  21. 4.3Ship Stability and Control Analysis
  22. 4.4Wave Simulation and Swell Effects on Structures
  23. 4.5Vibration and Noise Analysis
  24. 4.6Structural Safety and Risk Assessment
  25. 5.9Introduction to Naval Rotors
  26. 5.9Rotor Modeling for CFD Simulation
  27. 5.3Rotor Performance Simulation
  28. 5.4Energy Efficiency Analysis
  29. 5.5Rotor Design Optimization
  30. 5.6Case Studies and Practical Applications
  31. 6.9Rotor Modeling Principles
  32. 6.9Selection of Simulation Software and Tools
  33. 6.3Modeling Different Types of Naval Rotors
  34. 6.4Flow Simulation Around the Rotor
  35. 6.5Rotor Performance Analysis
  36. 6.6Design of Optimized Rotors
  37. 7.9Fundamentals of Rotor Aerodynamics
  38. 7.9Application of CFD in the Aerodynamic Analysis of Rotors
  39. 7.3Analysis of pressure and force distribution
  40. 7.4Rotor profile optimization
  41. 7.5Design of efficient and quiet rotors
  42. 7.6Case studies and practical examples
  43. 8.9Wind tunnel rotor modeling
  44. 8.9Rotor performance simulation with CFD
  45. 8.3Rotor-hull interaction analysis
  46. 8.4Rotor design optimization for different applications
  47. 8.5Environmental impact assessment of rotor design
  48. 8.6Sustainable rotor design
  1. 1. Introduction to CFD and Wind Tunnel Testing in Naval Design
  2. 2. Principles of Naval Structural Analysis with CFD
  3. 3. CFD Applications in Hull and Superstructure Design
  4. 4. Wind Tunnel Testing: Fundamentals and Methodologies
  5. 5. Modeling and Simulation of Flow Around Ships
  6. 6. Hull Shape Optimization using CFD and Wind Tunnel Testing
  7. 7. Load and Structural Strength Analysis with CFD
  8. 8. Evaluation of Behavior Under Wind and Sea Conditions
  9. 9. Rotor Design and Analysis: Principles and Applications
  10. 10. Integration of CFD and Wind Tunnel Testing into the Naval Design Process
Methodology, software & labs

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.
Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
Evidence-oriented Master's Thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry Mentored:teachers with experience in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible modality(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Wind Tunnel Engineer (Design and Analysis)**Wind Tunnel Testing Engineer** (Structural Design and Validation)**Wind Tunnel Engineer** (Structural Analysis and CFD)**Wind Tunnel and CFD Engineer** (Structural Analysis)**Wind Tunnel and CFD Engineer** (Structural Analysis of Buildings and Bridges)**Wind Tunnel and CFD Engineer** (Structural Analysis of Buildings and Bridges)
Admissions & scholarships

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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