In eCornell Certificate Programs
From aerospace to manufacturing, mechanical engineers often have a need to model computational fluid dynamics (CFD) through simulation.
This certificate program empowers you to create reliable and validated simulations without the need to focus on all the underlying mathematics. Using a proven methodology, these courses will help you approach CFD problems like an expert. Throughout the courses, you will simulate a variety of 2D and 3D flows, such as flows over a car body, cooling fan, and airplane body, using Ansys, the leading simulation platform for industrial applications. You will then apply the insights and experience gained in the coursework to solve a new problem of your own. After practice with problem-based learning methodology using various forms of computer models, you will be able to apply this approach to create your own simulations for a wide array of situations.
You will be most successful in this course if you have a strong foundation in high school-level calculus, physics, and algebra. For the best experience in this program, it is strongly recommended to take these courses in the order that they appear.
For the best experience in this program, we strongly recommend you use a desktop version of Ansys. If you do not already have access to Ansys, be sure your machine meets the following hardware requirements in order to download and use the free student desktop version of Ansys:
For Desktop Application:
Supported Platforms and Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows 10, 64-bit
Minimum Hardware Requirements
Processor(s): Workstation class
4 GB RAM
25 GB hard drive space
Computer must have a physical C:/” drive present
Graphics card and driver: Professional workstation class 3-D
OpenGL-capable
If your machine does not meet these requirements, you may also use an online version of Ansys. Be sure you meet the following bandwidth requirements:
For Web Application:
Bandwidth Requirements
5Mbps download speed
100 ms maximum roundtrip latency