Course: Advanced Process Simulation – Introduction

About the course: Advanced Process Simulation - Introduction

This introductory course provides a practical overview of the world of plastics simulation – from materials to your first analysis.
You’ll learn how plastics are classified, how key manufacturing processes work, and how simulation supports the development process from the very beginning.

The course focuses in particular on the transition from basic analytical formulas to the Finite Element Method (FEM) – the foundation of modern simulation tools.

Through clear examples, you’ll understand how complex part geometries are broken down into elements and systematically analyzed.
Another focus is on intelligent meshing strategies for plastic parts, especially in thermally sensitive zones.
You’ll get to know methods such as BLM meshing (Boundary Layer Mesh), which ensures high result accuracy with reasonable computational effort.

Finally, you’ll gain a first hands-on impression of the simulation software Moldex3D – and build the foundation for performing your own analyses.

Your benefit:

After completing this course, you’ll understand the fundamentals of plastics simulation, be able to evaluate initial simulation projects, communicate effectively with experts – or start working on simple simulations yourself.