Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics by Diyguru Education and Research Private Limited: Fee, Duration, How to Apply

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Medium of instructions English	Mode of learning Self study, Virtual Classroom	Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based	Learning efforts 3-5 Hours Per Week

Course overview

The Fundamental of vehicle dynamics course offered by DIYguru is an excellent programme equipped with well-planned, comprehensive and elaborate course content. This self-paced programme gives liberty to the candidates to learn according to their convenience and gain benefits.

Participants are required to have an understanding with respect to vehicle dynamics. This will enable candidates to predict the behaviour of vehicles under different conditions. This programme helps candidates gain hands-on knowledge about the fundamentals of vehicle dynamics. The skills and knowledge provided during this course can be implemented by candidates in the automobile field.

This programme is suitable for both graduates and professionals working in automotive companies. In addition, the course curriculum is designed to focus on student-level competitions like SAE BAJA, Formula-E, SAE SUPRA, and even formula Bharat. The competency certificate provided towards the end of the course is highly valuable infamous companies like Hyundai Motors, Robert Bosch, Maruti Suzuki and many more. This makes the course more beneficial to professionals working in the automotive field and to people who aspire to land at these big companies.

Course and certificate fees

Fees information

₹ 5,000 ₹7,500 (Inclusive of GST)

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

Diyguru

Who it is for

Mechanical engineer

The Fundamentals of vehicle dynamics programme is a well-planned and designed course that provides an enriching experience and is highly suitable for:

Anyone who is keen to learn about vehicle dynamics
Students preparing for participating in SAE competitions like BAJA, SUPRA, FSAE, formula car championships.
People who are working on projects on automobiles and find it difficult to perform the body balancing analysis.
Professionals working or who aspire to work in the R&D sector of automotive companies.
Ph.D. students working in vehicle dynamics.

Eligibility criteria

Work experience

Candidates who are interested in taking this course must be either working in automotive companies, vehicle manufacturing, automotive component design industries, etc. They could even be working in the R & D sector of automobile projects.

Education

In order to take this course, the candidate is required to have high school knowledge of physics, maths and chemistry. The students are also advised to have a compatible computer for simulation software to practice with the progress of the course.

Certification qualifying details

At the end of the Fundamentals of vehicle dynamics certificate course, an online competency certificate is awarded to only those candidates who finish the course completely. The DIYguru proficiency certificate is considered very valuable by much-reputed industry like Hyundai Motors, Robert Bosch, Maruti Suzuki and many more and is secured with a unique certificate ID.

What you will learn

Knowledge of engineering

By the end of the Fundamentals of vehicle dynamics certificate course:

Candidates will get sound knowledge of lateral and longitudinal dynamics
Learners will be able to study and analyze the quarter car model
Candidates will get an overview of suspension behavior and suspension geometry
Learners will get a chance to develop a deep understanding of various computer modeling and simulation software.
The candidate will gain an in-depth practical understanding of how the suspension and steering behaves and how the vehicle moves
Candidates will become aware of the fundamentals of vehicle dynamics
Learners will get a chance to utilize experimental, statistical and computational methods and tools required for engineering practice.
Candidates will become familiar with the characteristics of tire, vehicles, power trains and motion variables
Candidates will get a chance to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
Candidates will gain hands-on experience on the kinematics of the model

The syllabus

Module 1: Overview of Pre-Requisites

Introduction to Vehicle Dynamics
Basics of Physics for Vehicle Dynamics
Fundamentals of Linear Algebra and Vector Algebra
3D Geometry and Its Applications in Vehicle Design

Module 2: Automotive Components

Power Train: Function and Dynamics
Suspension System Overview
Steering System and Control

Module 3: Loads and Forces

Understanding Linear and External Forces
Weight Distribution and Its Impact on Vehicle Performance
Load and Load Distribution in Vehicles

Module 4: Vehicle Dynamics

Introduction to the Vehicle Quater Car Model
Kinematics of the Model
Longitudinal and Lateral Dynamics
Steering Response and Unpredictable Steering

Module 5: Suspension System

Components of Independent Suspension Systems
Types of Suspension Systems: McPherson Strut, Double Wishbone, and More
Suspension Geometry and Dynamics

Module 6: Suspension Geometry

Caster, Camber, and Toe Angles
King Pin Inclination and Roll Center Design
Understanding Roll Moment, Roll Rate, and Jacking Force
Anti-Dive and Anti-Squat Systems

Module 7: Advanced Vehicle Dynamics Concepts

Damping Ratio and Constant
Lateral Slip Angle and Cornering Forces
Aerodynamics and Its Influence on Vehicle Dynamics
Case Studies: Ford and Ferrari Vehicle Dynamics

Module 8: Final Project and Miscellaneous

How to Read Tyre Motion Variables
Quarter Car Model Analysis: Acceleration and Braking
Vehicle Dynamics Control and Torque Vectoring

Admission details

Admission procedure for Fundamentals of vehicle dynamics is mentioned in detail for better and quick understanding of candidates.

The candidates are requested to follow these steps for enrolling in this course:

Step1: Firstly the candidates are required to visit the programme URL - https://diyguru.org/course/vehicle-dynamics/

Step2: The candidates are required to click the “sign up” tab visible on the top right corner of the screen

Step3: Then a confirmation link will be sent to the candidate's email. After confirmation, the candidate is requested to come back to the website to proceed further

Step4: Now the candidate has to select the “all courses” option and choose the Fundamentals of vehicle dynamics course.

Step5: After this, the candidate is advised to make the necessary payment using their preferred payment mode available

Step6: The candidate can access the course after a successful transaction.

How it helps

The Fundamentals of vehicle dynamics course available on the platform of DIYguru is a multi-dimensional programme that provides both practical and theoretical knowledge to the course taker. The well-structured course material encourages candidates to design and conduct experiments, in addition, to analyze and interpret data to make them industry-ready. The course offers hands-on knowledge of vehicle dynamics, suspension design, analysis, modeling and optimization of multi-body dynamics with accurate positioning, calculations and sensing

This course caters to the needs of professionals, students and freshers. The course is highly recommended to working professionals placed in the R&D sector of automotive companies. The certificate awarded after completion will help professionals get salary hikes, promotions and can also help them land in their dream company. It is also suitable for graduates, undergraduates who aspire to build a career in the field of automobiles and Ph.D. students working in vehicle dynamics. The course is of great help to people who are interested in making giant automobile projects and need help to do the body balancing analysis. The course provides beyond-the-book knowledge that is of great help to fresher who wants to stand out among his competitors by building an attractive and impactful resume that will definitely help them land in their dream job.

FAQs

What are different concepts that will be discussed during this programme?

Longitudinal dynamics, why we need anti-dive and anti-squat, unpredictable steering, lateral slip angle and cornering forces and motion variables are some of the topics that will be discussed during the programme.

What is the prerequisite for taking this course?

Before taking this course basic knowledge of physics is necessary. Otherwise, the course is open to anyone interested in the automotive field irrespective of their educational qualifications.

What are the technical requirements for taking this course?

This self-paced programme can be easily accessed through mobile, laptop, tablet or desktop that has an updated web browser. With this, a decent internet connection is some basic technical requirements for this course.

What is the programme offering?

The course offers:

100% online and interactive learning
Competency certificate
Unlimited access to course material for 90 days

Can a high school student join this course?

The Fundamentals of vehicle dynamics course by DIYguru is open to anyone who is 13 years or older.

What will be the strength of a course?

The classes are kept small, with only 30 students in a course, to ensure better learning and to encourage one-to-one interaction with the instructor and peers.

What will be the timings of my course and how long will it take to complete the course?

This is a self-paced course and can be accessed anytime throughout the time duration of 90 days. DIY guru recommends candidates to access 3 - 4 times a week for one hour or more to remain engaged with the course material.

Who should enrol for this course?

The course is recommended for:

Anyone willing to work in the automotive industry
A professional working in the automotive field
Anyone willing to learn about vehicle dynamics

When should I register for this course?

This course is offered twice a month on every 1st and 15th. Due to high demand and low strength, the course fills up fast, so it is advised to register as early as possible.