Chassis Dynamics and Control Short Course Programme
The Department of Automotive Engineering at Cranfield University is offering a programme of 3 short courses in Chassis Dynamics and Control (CDC). These courses provide an opportunity for managers and technologists to develop their skills and knowledge of the engineering and commercial issues that surround the development and introduction of CDC systems. The courses are structured to provide both an introductory overview (ideal for those who need an awareness of the subject) and an in-depth knowledge of the main CDC systems and components. Through the support of industrial partners at IPG Automotive GmbH and Millbrook Proving Ground plus leading academics working in the field, the Cranfield CDC courses offer a unique opportunity to both learn and experience today’s state of the art CDC technology and gain an insight into its future direction.
Benefits for the organisation
These courses offer an efficient way of up-skilling technical and managerial staff in the rapidly growing area of Chassis Dynamics and Control engineering. Delivered by academic and industrial specialists that are actively undertaking research in the sector, the courses are targeted to provide the latest and most relevant material that is currently available.
Benefits for the delegates
Delegates on these courses are offered the opportunity to learn about Chassis Dynamics and Control through both lectures and practical activities. Both the advanced courses offer CDC ride & drive experiences under test track conditions as well as enabling delegates to participate in CDC case studies using the IPG CarMaker software within the Cranfield Powertrain Laboratory. On completion of the full course programme, delegates should have a comprehensive understanding of CDC system technology and be able to make a significant contribution to design and development teams working in this field.
Course structure & duration
The Programme of courses offers a 2-day Introductory course plus two 3 day Advanced courses covering (a) Vehicle Dynamics and Suspensions and (b) Chassis Control Systems. Delegates can participate in any or all of the courses although it is recommended that those who join the Advanced courses should have either attended the Introductory course or have a general understanding of Vehicle Dynamics technology prior to joining the course. The key theme of the course throughout is the integration of theoretical aspects of Chassis Dynamics and Control with the practical aspects through design case studies, ride and drive tests and hands-on laboratory simulation studies. All courses are based at the main Cranfield University campus that also has excellent overnight accommodation tailored to the needs of short course delegates.
Partners
IPG Automotive GmbH, Millbrook Proving Ground
The courses
For more information on each course please use the links below:
