Combustion CFD Specialist by Skill Lync: Fee, Duration, How to Apply

Quick Facts

particular	details
Medium of instructions English	Mode of learning Self study, Virtual Classroom	Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based

Course overview

The Skill Lync Combustion CFD Specialist programme is best suited for automotive and mechanical engineers. The programme has two parts. The first part of the training involves a twelve week-long course in ‘Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics using MATLAB and OpenFOAM’. Candidates learn about software like MATLAB, OpenFoam, the basics of FVM, and how to carry out various calculations in them.

The second part of the course is in ‘Computational Combustion using Python and Cantera’, wherein candidates understand how to compute combustion in Python and Cantera and how to perform detailed calculations. Both parts have a thorough and expansive curriculum crafted by experts and practitioners. The participants will complete four projects in the first course and two projects in the second course of the Combustion CFD Specialist online training.

Skill Lync Combustion CFD Specialist training course falls under the domain of automotive and mechanical engineering. The certification programme has various benefits like zero per cent interest rate on EMI, a dedicated team of professionals, and a certificate of merit to the best performers.

Course and certificate fees

The fees for the course Combustion CFD Specialist is -

Head	Amount
Programme fees	Rs.2,75,000
EMI	Rs. 14,375/month

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

Skill Lync

Who it is for

Mechanical engineer

The Combustion CFD Specialist programme can be undertaken by engineers studying or having a degree in mechanical or automotive engineering.

Eligibility criteria

Students or professionals who want to pursue the Combustion CFD Specialist Online Programme should have or must be pursuing a degree in B.E./B.Tech ( Automotive or Mechanical Engineering).

Students have to finish the training curriculum in order to get the course completion certificate. The 5 percent of the batch will also get a merit certificate.

What you will learn

Knowledge of python

Students will have in-depth knowledge about the following after completing the course in Combustion CFD Specialist:

Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics
Familiarity in basic CFD concepts by writing MATLAB scripts
Introduction to MATLAB and OpenFoam and understanding the Linux environment
Thermodynamics and Equilibrium Chemistry to help model the combustion
Advanced and 3D combustion
Introduction to Python and Cantera

The syllabus

Course 1: Introduction to CFD using MATLAB and OpenFOAM

Week 1-What is Computational Fluid Dynamics?

In this module, you will understand the basics and significance of CFD.
You will also learn what the Navier-Stokes equations are and how they are derived.
The following topics are covered this week.
CFD - An Introduction, Necessity, Advantages, and CFD Modeling Process
Deriving and understanding the Navier Stokes equations
- Substantial Derivative
- Continuity Equation
- Momentum Equation
- Energy Equation
- Significance of the Reynolds number in the NS equations

Week 2-Mathemathics and Fluid Dynamics Essentials

In this module, you will be writing solvers and introduced to different numerical methods.
The following topics are covered this week.
- Basic Vector Calculus - Divergence, Gradient, and Curl
- Taylor’s Series
- Initial and Boundary Conditions
- Classification of PDEs and their characteristics
- Learning essential fluid dynamics quantities and their dimensional analysis

Week 3-Introduction to MATLAB and Basic CFD Concepts

It is essential to establish a rigid foundation before plunging into the farther depths of CFD.
This is where you get introduced to MATLAB and learn the basic concepts of CFD by writing MATLAB scripts.
Here are some topics that we would cover:
- Getting acclimated to the MATLAB interface
- Numerical discretization and its types
- FDM - Understanding different schemes with worked examples in MATLAB
- Deriving own FD schemes using Taylor’s table
- Solving ODEs in MATLAB using the ‘ode45’ solver

Week 4-Exploring CFD by Solving Standard CFD Problems using FDM

In this module, you will venture into the Finite Difference Approach to discretization and solve various benchmark CFD problems in MATLAB.
Solving coupled linear systems using iterative solvers
- Jacobi
- Gauss-Seidel
- SOR

Week 5-Introduction to FVM and OpenFOAM

In this module, you will learn how to run a simulation on OpenFOAM and the significance of using an FVM approach.
These are the topics you would learn:
- Finite Volume Method and Gauss Divergence Theorem
- Understanding the Linux environment
- OpenFOAM code organisation and case setup
- Detailed blockMeshDict tutorial

Week 6-Solving Standard CFD Problems in OpenFOAM

In this module, you will be using OpenFOAM for exploring and simulating a wide variety of problems.
You will also create a platform that will enable you to start any simulation from scratch and establish confidence in your result.

Course 2: Computational Combustion using Python and Cantera

Week 1 - Fundamental of Chemistry

In this module, you will learn about different fuel types, species nomenclature, and concepts such as:
- Molecular weight
- Moles
- Density
- Mass Fraction, Mole Fraction, and PPM
- Vapour pressure
- Equation of State
- The air-to-fuel ratio
- Equivalence ratio

Week 2 - Intermediary Thermodynamics

This module provides the opportunity to refresh your basics in thermodynamics and learn several intermediary concepts such as:
- Enthalpy of reaction
- Adiabatic flame temperature
- Lower and higher heating values

Week 3 - Equilibrium Chemistry

Full Equilibrium
Water Gas Equilibrium
Pressure effects
Understanding NASA's thermodynamic data files

Week 4 - Elementary Reactions

Global and elementary reactions
Rate of a reaction
Forward rate and backward rate
CHEMKIN formatted mechanism file

Week 5 - Introduction to Python and Cantera

Python, an extremely popular programming language.
Writing programs related to chemical kinetics.
Cantera.
With Cantera, simulate different types of combustion systems.
Cantera is an extremely popular tool that is used in several universities and organizations for research and industrial purposes.

Week 6 - Ignition Delay Calculation

Dependence of ignition delay time on
- Cylinder ambient gas temperature
- Cylinder ambient gas pressure
- Injection pressure
- Injector nozzle orifice diameter

Week 7 - Flame Speed Calculation

While designing combustion systems, flame speed plays an important role in determining their performance.
How to calculate flame speeds.
Note that this parameter depends upon the type of reaction mechanism that is being employed and the thermodynamic conditions in the combustion chamber.
Perform a sensitivity analysis that helps you determine which of the elementary reactions is going to affect the flame speed the most.

Week 8 - Advanced Topics in Combustion

Perfectly stirred reactor
Steady-state combustion and its relevance for gas turbine applications
Extinction and blow off limits
Premixed, diffusion, and partially premixed flames

Week 9 - Introduction to 3D Combustion

Core concepts that are used while simulating combustion in complex 3D geometry.
The current trends along with the cutting-edge tools that are used in the industry.

Admission details

To apply for Combustion CFD Specialist training, you must follow the following steps:

Step 1. Log on to the skill-lync webpage.

Step 2. Locate the Combustion CFD Specialist in Skill Lync’s course list.

Step3. Click on the ‘Enroll Now’ option available on the page.

Step 4. Choose an appropriate access plan as per your preference.

Step 5. On this page, fill in your email address and contact.

Step 6. Make the fee payment. After that, you’ll get full access to the course elements.

Filling the form

To register for the Combustion CFD Specialist programme, provide your contact details, choose your preferred payment method, submit your application, and you will get access to the learning material instantly.

Scholarship Details

Students who want to enrol for the Combustion CFD Specialist course can avail scholarships up to 10 per cent on the course fee by taking the scholarship test by Skill Lync.

How it helps

The Combustion CFD Specialist Training Programme in fluid dynamics by Skill Lync and offers a certificate of completion to all candidates. A certificate of merit is also provided to the top 5% performers of the batch. Further, an EMI option is also available. This course will be highly beneficial to engineering graduates and beginners who want to pursue a career in computational fluid dynamics and become a combustion specialist. Skill Lync courses involve hands-on training as candidates prepare projects and get practical experience as well.

Moreover, upon pursuing the Skill Lync Combustion CFD Specialist Module, the candidates get access to a project-based and continual learning experience. Besides, Skill Lync assists the candidates with highly-dedicated technical support teams throughout the course.

FAQs

Can I get a counselling session before enrolling for the COmbustion CFD Specialist course by Skill Lync?

Yes, you can get a 1-on-1 course counselling session before enrolling in the Combustion CFD Specialist programme to get a firsthand idea of the curriculum, teaching methods, and how it can benefit you. The demo session will clear all your doubts regarding the course.

What are the projects that candidates will undertake?

The projects undertaken will be industry-specific and case-study based to get you better acquainted with the software and programmes in the curriculum. These projects include 2D heat conduction simulation, flame temperature calculation and reaction reduction mechanism.

How can I resolve my doubts during the Combustion CFD Specialist course?

Skill Lync has a dedicated team of technical support engineers who are available to clear your doubts. The team resolves your queries through a variety of measures like telephone, WhatsApp, and email.

Should I take this course if I studied the same topics in college?

The Combustion CFD Specialist Course is designed keeping the current market trends and new advancements in the field of engineering in mind. Thus, you get to study and learn the techniques and tools being employed in the industry apart from just theory. This course is different and more advanced than the college curriculum.