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Engineering

Automation & Simulation

When:

14 July - 03 August 2024

School:

RWTH International Academy

Institution:

RWTH Aachen University

City:

Aachen

Country:

Germany

Language:

English

Credits:

4.0 EC

Fee:

2150 EUR

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Please note: this course has already ended
Automation & Simulation

About

In this Summer School you learn all about fundamentals in automation and simulation. The topic simulation features various exercises in a computer lab. You solve real world problems by applying software and acquire a solid understanding of methods used in mechanical engineering.

During a lab tour, you gain an insight into the institute's research approaches. In the automation part, you discuss modern automated production systems, covering all the major cutting-edge technologies of production automation.

The courses are highly interactive and contain a lot of intensive and fun teamwork.

✓ Lectures & tutorials⁠
✓ Project work in a computer lab
✓ Calculations
✓ Lab tour
✓ Try and test methods
✓ Intercultural exchange & social events

Registrations are open now! Apply before April 1!

Early Bird Discount: Complete your registration before March 1 and save 335 EUR of the program fee!

Friends & Peers Discount: Convince a friend to participate with you and you both get 500 EUR off the program fee!

Course leader

The Institute of General Mechanics (IAM) and a visiting scholar with whom the institute has been cooperating successfully for many years are responsible for the academic content. Eaton Industries has also been a long-standing partner for this course.

Target group

Every year we welcome students from all over the world. You can become part of our international student community if you:

- are at least 18 years old
- in your Bachelor's, Master's, in between or recently graduated
- are proficient in the English language

Desirable is basic knowledge in the following areas: Mathematics, Mechanics, Materials Science, Thermodynamics, Computer Science/Programming Techniques, Machine Drawing/Machine Elements or Modelling.

No English certificate is required. Our courses are all in English and therefore a proficient knowledge of English is important.

Course aim

Solve computing assignments and apply your skills in a project
- Come up with elaborate calculations for adequate simulations
- Realize a project work in a computer laboratory
- Try, test, and acquire methods in mechanical engineering to understand automation processes
- Learn about current research challenges during a lab tour
- Upgrade your skill set for the interdisciplinary engineering world

Fee info

Fee

2150 EUR, Tuition fees

Fee

1200 EUR, With our all-inclusive package we provide our participants a carefree stay in the charming historic city of Aachen. The program fees of each on-campus program contain for example: - Accommodation (shared student room) - Breakfast and lunch on weekdays - A local public transportation ticket - Broad supporting program - Personal support from local mentors - Emergency contact - Certificate from RWTH Aachen University

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