Models of Simulation
Certificate Course - Management of Product Development - MPD.3.1.I26
| Date | May 31 - Jun 3, 2027 |
| Duration | 4 days |
| Location | On campus - Karlsruhe |
| Language | English |
| ECTS | upon request |
| Cost | 2,300€ |
Fundamentals
Provides well founded knowledge of potentials and limits of key simulation methods and the role of simulation across the product development process.
Technology
Covers information integration, required IT infrastructure, and visualization; reviews market relevant CAx/VR software systems and digital factory basics.
Applications
Applies numerical methods to solve basic PD problems; evaluates method complexity and suitability for engineering questions in real workflows.
What you'll explore
- Simulation methods: FDM/FVM, FEM, BEM, Multi‑Body Simulation, etc.
- Optimization and interlinking of methods for product development tasks
- Information integration, visualization, and evaluation in PD processes
- Overall view of simulation within the PDP and ties to CAx and VR
- Understanding heterogeneous systems and digital factory fundamentals
Your key takeaways
Participants
- Understand fundamentals of selected numerical methods in mechanics.
- Apply simulation to solve basic product development problems.
- Evaluate application scope and complexity relative to engineering questions.
- Recognize the need for information integration and benefits of visualization.
- Gain an overview of market‑available software supporting simulation in PD.
Prof. Dr.- Ing. Jivka Ovtcharova
Prof. Dr. Dr.-Ing. Dr. h.c. Jivka Ovtcharova is a leading expert in information and data management for industrial engineering and digital manufacturing. She heads the Institute for Information Management in Engineering (IMI) and the Lifecycle Engineering Solutions Center (LESC) at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), and serves as Director at the Research Center for Information Technology (FZI). Her research focuses on Virtual Engineering, integrating AI, digital twins, and process modeling across the entire product lifecycle. With an international career spanning engineering, automation, and industry leadership, she advances human-centered innovation in digital production systems.
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Albert Albers
Prof. Dr.-Ing Albert Albers is a leading expert in product development and engineering design, who served as full professor and head of the Institute for Product Development (IPEK) at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). His research integrates methods, processes, and system design, focusing on the development of innovative technical systems and the role of humans in engineering. He is internationally recognized for bridging fundamental research and industrial application, contributing to numerous large-scale research projects, publications, and patents. Through his leadership in academia, industry collaboration, and scientific organizations, he has significantly shaped modern product engineering and innovation.
Who should attend
This course is ideal for:
- Engineers and analysts applying simulation in product development.
- CAE specialists and method engineers integrating tools and workflows.
- PD professionals aligning simulation with CAx/VR and digital factory concepts.
- Early‑career professionals seeking a solid foundation in simulation methods.
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.