Case Study in Testing Automotive Systems
Certificate Course - Mobility Systems Engineering - MSE.5.3.I25
| Date | Nov 5 - 6, 2026 |
| Duration | 2 days |
| Location | On campus - Karlsruhe |
| Language | English |
| ECTS | upon request |
| Cost | 1,550€ |
Fundamentals
Provides an expert view on modern automotive system testing and structured requirement-driven test design, including coverage, pass/fail criteria, and reporting.
Technology
Uses state-of-the-art CAE toolchains and Hardware in the Loop environments to perform semi and fully automated testing of embedded systems.
Applications
Hands on case study: plan and execute a team test project on a real system under test (automatic bus door), identify bugs, and present results professionally.
What you'll explore
- Requirement analysis for real-time embedded systems and systematic test case derivation
- Use of CAE tools and HIL environments for semi‑ and fully automated testing
- Test coverage strategies, automation workflows, and reporting techniques
- Bug identification under time constraints with structured debugging approaches
- Team‑based final test project on an automatic bus door, including presentation to stakeholders
Your key takeaways
Participants
- Gain an expert perspective on contemporary automotive testing methods.
- Apply CAE tools and HIL testing to real embedded systems.
- Identify and document defects systematically within limited time.
- Design requirement‑based test cases with clear pass/fail criteria and coverage goals.
- Collaborate in small teams and present professional test reports and results.
Taught by recognized experts in Automotive Systems
Benefit from the knowledge of leading specialists with extensive experience in research and industry. Their deep expertise guarantees a course of outstanding academic and practical quality.
Prof. Dr.- Ing. Eric Sax
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Eric Sax is Professor and Head of the Institute for Information Processing Technologies (ITIV) at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), leading cutting-edge research in systems engineering and supervising more than 50 doctoral researchers in the automotive sector. His work includes close collaboration with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers on topics such as EE architectures, automated driving, energy management, diagnostics, and big data analytics. He also serves as Dean of the Faculty, member of the Senate, speaker of the Center for Mobility Systems, and director of innovation and research programs at KIT.
Who should attend
- Test and validation engineers in automotive EE/software.
- Integration engineers and lab testing specialists using HIL/automation.
- Project teams seeking hands‑on experience with coverage, automation, and reporting.
- Students and early‑career engineers aiming to strengthen practical testing skills.
Advance your career with KIT-level expertise
Benefit from the reputation of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) while gaining practical skills, flexible learning opportunities, and a recognized certificate to support your long-term professional growth
Flexibility
Gain focused expertise in a specific field without committing to a full degree program, allowing you to build relevant knowledge efficiently and integrate learning seamlessly into your professional routine.
Relevance
Benefit from high-quality academic content combined with practical insights, delivered by experienced experts, supporting continuous, lifelong learning while ensuring direct applicability in real-world scenarios.
Advancement
Enhance your professional profile with a recognized certificate, demonstrating your commitment to ongoing development and supporting your career with tangible, verifiable credentials.
About HECTOR School
HECTOR School, the Technology Business School of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), is a leading provider of executive education in technology-driven fields.
For this course, participants who successfully complete the examination can earn a KIT certificate with ECTS credits, which may be credited toward our Executive Master of Science or Advanced Studies Programs, subject to content alignment.