CAE-Basics

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Content
  • Fundamentals of Computer Aided Design (CAD)
  • Parameter-based modeling of assemblies
  • Introduction to Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
  • Strength and deformation analysis of solids using FE models

The course is offered in English.
Language of instruction English

Organisational issues

Zusätzlich zum Besuch der Lehrveranstaltungen sind praktische Übungen eigenständig zu bearbeiten.

In addition to attending the courses, practical exercises must be completed independently.
Software

Software for CAD exercises: PTC Creo Parametric
Free licenses for students available (see PTC website)

Software for FEM exercises: ANSYS
Free licenses for students available (see ANSYS website)

CAE-Basics Workshop

This workshop consists of working independently on a computer assignment. No on-site attendance is required.

Registration Industrial Engineering and Management

The number of participants is limited to 30 for students enrolled in the Industrial Engineering and Management (Wirtschafts­ingenieur­wesen Bachelor of Science) program. 

The registration is done via Campus Plus: https://plus.campus.kit.edu/signmeup/procedures/7156

The deadline for registration is 08.11.2026, 23:59. Applications received after this deadline cannot be considered.

Selection is based on degree program, academic progress, waiting time and lottery (in that order).

If you have any questions that are not covered by the information provided here and in ILIAS, please send an email to cae-basics∂ipek.kit.edu.