TUTORED ONLINE COURSE

Online C++ Course Applied to OpenFOAM

Learn to understand, modify and develop C++ code applied to OpenFOAM to adapt solvers, boundary conditions, physical models and post-processing utilities to the needs of your own CFD projects.

DURATION

25 h.

FORMAT

Online (asynchronous)

NEXT START:

Flexible start. The full access and tutoring period will start from the date you join.

ACCESS AND TUTORING

2 months

Access to the learning platform, videos, and tutor support during this period.

Course language:

Spanish and English

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250 €

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COURSE OUTCOMES

What you will learn

By the end of the course, you will be able to apply this knowledge in real professional situations.

Understand the basic structure of a C++ program.
Use variables, operators, input/output and control structures.
Work with functions, pointers and data structures.
Understand object-oriented programming applied to OpenFOAM.
Use classes, constructors, destructors, inheritance and virtual functions.
Work with abstract classes, templates and namespaces.
Understand how OpenFOAM represents and solves partial differential equations.
Interpret the internal structure of an OpenFOAM solver.
Modify existing solvers to adapt them to specific cases.
Develop and compile your own applications and libraries.
Create new boundary conditions.
Develop custom turbulence models.
Create transport models and thermophysical models.
Develop your own post-processing utilities.
Apply the knowledge through practical C++ programming exercises.

STUDENT PROFILE

Who this course is for

Training designed for professionals who need to interpret electrical documentation with greater confidence and autonomy.

Engineers and technical engineers.
Graduates in Industrial, Mechanical, Naval, Aerospace and Energy Engineering, and related disciplines.
Professionals who already use OpenFOAM and need to customise their simulations.
CFD users interested in understanding OpenFOAM’s internal programming.
Researchers and teaching staff who need to develop their own numerical models.
Students of engineering, physics or computer science.
Programmers interested in applying C++ to the development of CFD solvers.
Professionals who need to modify boundary conditions, physical models or post-processing utilities.

View the full syllabus

Download the course brochure with a summary of the information and the training syllabus.

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

What's included in the course

Everything you need to complete the course, including tutor support, learning materials, and final certification.

Access to the online campus for 2 months.
All material available from day one.
Technical manuals in PDF.
Introductory C++ material for students with no prior experience.
Three theory-and-practice chapters.
Programming examples applied to OpenFOAM.
Five practical C++ exercises.
Teaching material entirely in English.
Questions to the teaching staff in Spanish or English.
Communication resources via messaging, forums and campus tools.
Tutoring with professionals with proven experience in CFD and OpenFOAM.
Accredited diploma upon successful completion of the course.

PROFESSIONAL APPLICATION

Where you will apply this knowledge

Skills applicable across different roles, departments, and industrial environments.

Customisation of existing OpenFOAM solvers.
Development of new CFD solvers.
Programming of specific boundary conditions.
Development of turbulence models.
Creation of transport models.
Development of thermophysical models.
Programming of post-processing utilities.
Compilation of your own applications and libraries.
Solving partial differential equations within OpenFOAM.
Automation and adaptation of CFD workflows.
Development of internal tools for engineering offices and R departments.
Application in research, industrial, naval, energy and aerospace engineering.

BEFORE YOU START

Prerequisites

Check whether you need prior knowledge or experience before starting the course.

A basic knowledge of OpenFOAM is required to follow the course. Those with no prior experience with this software should first take the Online CFD Course with OpenFOAM.

Advanced prior experience in C++ is not essential. Students with no programming knowledge will receive additional material to reach an elementary level that will allow them to follow the training.

Important: all course texts, manuals and exercises are entirely in English. Questions to the teaching staff may be asked in either Spanish or English.

COURSE INSTRUCTOR

Mª Isabel Lamas Galdo

Computational Fluid Dynamics · OpenFOAM · C++ Programming · Numerical simulation

PhD in Industrial Engineering from the Universidade da Coruña. She has professional experience in engineering projects and, since 2008, has worked as a lecturer at the Higher Polytechnic School of the Universidade da Coruña, teaching Industrial Engineering and Naval Engineering. She is the author of several books and numerous scientific articles, and has participated as a speaker at national and international conferences. In this course, she is supported by specialist teaching staff in CFD, OpenFOAM and scientific programming.

Training delivered by a professional with real industry experience.

CONTENTS

Course syllabus

CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION TO C++. APPLICATION TO OPENFOAM

1.1 Introduction
1.2 C++
1.3 Basic structure of a C++ program
1.4 Preprocessor directives
1.5 Variables
1.6 Operators
1.7 Inputs and outputs
1.8 Control structures

CHAPTER 2. C++. APPLICATION TO OPENFOAM

2.1 Introduction
2.2 Typedefs
2.3 Functions
2.4 Pointers
2.5 Data structures
2.6 Classes
2.7 Constructors
2.8 Destructors
2.9 Friends
2.10 Inheritance
2.11 Virtual member functions
2.12 Abstract classes
2.13 Templates
2.14 Namespaces
2.15 Solving partial differential equations in OpenFOAM
2.16 Programming in OpenFOAM

CHAPTER 3. DEVELOPMENT OF OWN CODE IN OPENFOAM

3.1 Development of a new solver
3.2 Compilation of applications and libraries
3.3 Development of a new boundary condition
3.4 Development of a new turbulence model
3.5 Development of a new transport model
3.6 Development of a new thermophysical model
3.7 Development of a new postprocessing utility

EXERCISES

C++ program 1
C++ program 2
C++ program 3
C++ program 4
C++ program 5

METHODOLOGY

How the course works

A flexible, practical methodology compatible with professional activity.

At your own pace

Access the learning platform whenever you want and organize your study according to your availability.

Practical content

Video lessons, technical documentation, exercises, and applied activities.

Tutoring during the course

You will be able to ask questions and receive guidance from the instructor during the training period.

Assessment and certificate

Complete the activities and assessments to obtain the certificate of completion.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Clear up your questions before you start

Practical information about access, materials, tutoring, and enrollment.

Are there schedules or live classes?

No. The course is online and asynchronous. You can access the learning platform and progress according to your availability during the course period. At any time: 24/7.

When can I start?

The start is flexible. After completing enrollment and confirming payment, you will receive instructions to access the learning platform.

How long will I have access?

The course is planned to be completed over eight weeks. During that period, you will have access to the learning platform, the content, and tutor support.

Can I download the materials?

Yes. The technical PDF manuals can be downloaded, and you will be able to keep them as reference material once the course is finished.

Can I ask the instructor questions?

Yes. During the training period, you can submit questions and receive guidance from the tutor through the channels available on the learning platform.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes. Once you complete the planned activities and assessments, the corresponding certificate of completion will be issued.

Can my company subsidize the course through FUNDAE?

Companies that meet the requirements can subsidize all or part of the cost using their FUNDAE credits. Technical Courses provides the necessary information and can put the company in contact with a specialized provider to manage the process.

Can I pay by bank transfer?

Yes. Card payment via Stripe is the fastest option, but you can also request payment by bank transfer or PayPal. For companies, multiple students, or invoicing needs, use the “Request information” button.

What happens after payment?

Once payment is confirmed, Technical Courses will process your enrollment and email you the instructions and access credentials for the learning platform.

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