Training Catalogue
Fluid Dynamics
CFD-CADalyzer Introduction for
Reference: CFD-C-BW

CFD Decision Support (Web-based)
Level: Basic
Duration: 4 Hours (2 days; 2 hours/day)
Audience: Engineers involved in CAD modeling
Objectives: Learn the basic features and operation of CFD-CADalyzer, a coupled design and analysis tool to eliminate the pitfalls associated with translation between different geometries.
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course covers the basics of CFD-CADalyzer including CAD integration, mesh generation, model setup, and post-processing. CFD-CADalyzer allows CAD engineers and CFD analysts to perform design level analysis with a simple and intuitive interface.
This course is taught exclusively online. This means you don’t need to leave your office to experience the training! There is ample time to consult with instructors regarding particular simulation needs.
Course content:

Day 1:

  • Introduction to CFD-CADalyzer 
    - Coupled Design and Analysis
    - CFD-CADalyzer Features
    - CFD-CADalyzer Interaction with CAD Systems
  • Tour of CFD-CADalyzer User Interface
    - CAD Import Capabilities
    - CFD-CADalyzer Layout
    - Model Setup Workflow 
    - Visualization Tools
  • Demonstration: Flow in a Pipe
  • Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics
  • Numerical Methods
  • Tutorial 1: Cross Flow in Pipes

Day 2:

  • Concepts in CFD
  • Advanced Mesh Generation
  • Importance of the Boundary Layer
  • Boundary Layer Meshing
  • Mesh Quality
  • Workshop 1: Cross Flow in Pipes with Boundary Layer Meshing
  • Mixing Theory
  • Tutorial 2: Mixing in a Chemical Vapour Deposition (CVD) Reactor Chamber
  • Modes of Heat Transfer
  • Workshop 2: Mixing and Heat Transfer in a CVD Reactor Chamber

Schedules:

Upcoming training courses:

  • December 02-03, 2008
  • January 06-07, 2009
  • February 03-04, 2009
  • March 03-04, 2009
  • April 07-08, 2009
  • May 05-06, 2009
  • June 09-10, 2009
  • July 07-08, 2009
  • August 04-05, 2009
  • September 08-09, 2009
  • October 06-07, 2009
  • November 03-04, 2009
  • December 01-02, 2009

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Registration:

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