Delivery date: 13/01/2025

Explore the fundamentals of offshore wind turbine modelling with our comprehensive short course, designed for remote learning at your convenience. This module provides a thorough introduction to the key methodologies used in modelling the aerodynamics, hydrodynamics, structural dynamics, control strategies, and mooring dynamics of offshore wind turbines. You will gain insights into coupled dynamics modelling and analysis through a well-rounded curriculum that includes:

• Pre-recorded Lectures: Dive into the theoretical and analytical foundations with lectures that clarify the physics behind each approach, enriched with practical examples for better understanding.
• Interactive Learning: Engage with quizzes, guided exercises, and tutorials centered on real-world industrial case studies to solidify your knowledge.
• Hands-on Experience: Learn to use OpenFAST, a cutting-edge, open-source software for conducting time-domain simulations of aero-hydro-servo-elastic coupled dynamics models through dedicated numerical case studies.

This online module allows you to learn at your own pace and place, providing flexibility and accessibility while equipping you with essential skills for effective offshore wind turbine modelling. Tailored for individuals with a background in math, physics, or engineering—or those with equivalent industrial experience—who are looking to re-skill or up-skill for a career in the offshore wind turbine industry.

This course runs over 10 calendar weeks, as 5 sessions delivered 2 weeks apart.  The course starts on 13th January 2025.

You will gain access to the course material for a full year, so that you can refer back to your notes or material after completing the course.

Cost: £1500 GBP

Discounts are available for 4 or more attendants from the same company/institution.  Please contact lynn.o-brien@strath.ac.uk or maurizio.collu@strath.ac.uk for more information.