Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials IFAM
Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials IFAM

Design and Architecture

Objectives of the module »Design and Architecture«

Visual Composite Engineer

The objective of this module is to provide information about the content of VDI 2221 and its application to FRPs. On completion of this module the participants are able to make reasoned decisions for using (or not using!) fiber reinforced plastics in a specific structure/product. The participants are able to methodically develop FRP components and recognize material-related challenges. Using case examples, they understand the chosen solutions and can explain design/construction methods and guidelines.

Required knowledge for participation and target groups

The realistic minimum requirements for taking this module are successful completion of the online introductory learning program or the Introductory Module. Ideally participants will have taken the Base Modules of the Composite Engineer course. No special prior knowledge beyond that is necessary for taking this module, however some experience of design is recommended.
The target group for this module are employees who are responsible for fiber composite structures and components, namely engineers and scientists in all disciplines and industries as well as technicians and technologists with suitable professional experience and expertise.

This module is available in German

German version of this module

Important information

Each module of the Composite Engineer course can be taken individually, regardless of whether or not you intend to take sufficient modules to be awarded a Composite Engineer certificate. An online introductory learning program is used to give participants the necessary prior knowledge. Participants are given the access code after registering for the module.

An overview of the Specific Modules of the Composite Engineer course

Four Specific Modules are then taken from a choice of nine Specific Modules:

Design and Architecture
Modeling and Simulation
Characterization and Assessment
Proof Testing and Test Philosphies
Recycling and Maintenance
Vibration Reduction and Functional Integration
Surface Treatment and Analysis
Manufacturing and Production Technologies
Sustainable Production Systems
Multi Material Design
Short-Fiber Composites

Dates and registration

  • Module: Design and Architecture
    LBF, Darmstadt

This module is currently in preparation. If you would like to receive more information, please contact register@ifam.fraunhofer.de.