Test Based Development
Certificate Course - Management of Product Development - MPD.4.2.I26
| Date | Jul 14 - 16, 2027 |
| Duration | 2,5 days |
| Location | On campus - Karlsruhe |
| Language | English |
| ECTS | upon request |
| Cost | 1,800€ |
Fundamentals
Introduces the significance of validation in the PDP and how validation processes are integrated and managed across development stages.
Technology
Covers statistical basics for Design of Experiments (DoE), modeling principles, and standard procedures for planning and executing simulation studies.
Applications
Focuses on testing chains and rapid prototyping, and the use of Augmented Reality systems as validation tools in practical workflows.
What you'll explore
- Validation significance within the Product Development Process (PDP)
- Integration and management of validation processes
- Statistical basics and DoE for efficient experimentation
- Modeling fundamentals for technical systems and studies
- Chain of testing and rapid prototyping approaches
- Augmented Reality (AR) systems as validation tools in practice
Your key takeaways
Participants
- Understand stochastic correlations and their role in validation.
- Gain in‑depth knowledge of modeling, analysis, and optimization of stochastic systems.
- Plan and execute simulation studies using standard procedures.
- Structure validation across testing chains and rapid prototyping.
- Present and defend subject‑specific arguments in validation contexts.
Taught by recognized experts in Test Based Development
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.
Dipl.-Ing. Sascha Ott
Sascha Ott is a research and innovation leader at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), specializing in mobility transformation and advanced drivetrain systems. His work focuses on innovation strategies for mobility research, energy-efficient propulsion technologies, and sustainable vehicle systems. Key topics include tribological systems such as brakes and clutches, particulate emission reduction, and the development of innovative drive concepts for future mobility scenarios. He also leads innovation projects that bridge research and industry, supporting technology transfer and transformation in the automotive sector. In addition, he is actively involved in teaching, executive education, and the development of new product and innovation methodologies.
Who should attend
This course is ideal for:
- Validation, test, and methods engineers in product development.
- CAE and R&D teams planning experiments and simulation studies.
- Project leads integrating validation into PDP workflows.
- Early‑career professionals seeking foundations in DoE and validation.
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.