OpenModelica Essentials Training is a practical, hands-on program designed to introduce learners to system modeling and simulation using OpenModelica. This training focuses on Modelica language fundamentals, equation-based modeling, multi-domain system simulation, component-based modeling, and real-world engineering applications. Participants will gain foundational experience in building and simulating physical systems such as mechanical, electrical, thermal, and control systems using OpenModelica.

• Understanding of equation-based modeling concepts
• Ability to build system models in OpenModelica
• Skills in multi-domain simulation
• Knowledge of component-based modeling
• Capability to analyze simulation results

• Mechanical, Electrical, and Systems Engineers
• Simulation and Modeling Engineers
• Automotive and Aerospace Engineers
• Research and Development Professionals
• Students in engineering and applied sciences

• Basic understanding of mathematics and engineering concepts
• Familiarity with basic programming logic is helpful
• Interest in system modeling or simulation
• No prior Modelica experience required

• Understanding of Modelica language fundamentals
• Ability to build component-based system models
• Multi-domain simulation (mechanical, electrical, thermal) basics
• Equation-based modeling concepts
• System behavior analysis and simulation execution
• Use of OpenModelica environment for modeling
• Interpretation of simulation results

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to build and simulate basic engineering systems using OpenModelica. They will be capable of modeling multi-domain systems, analyzing system behavior, and interpreting simulation outputs for engineering applications.

Introduction to OpenModelica and System Modeling
• Overview of Modelica and OpenModelica environment
• Equation-based vs block-based modeling
• Modelica language structure fundamentals
• Setting up simulation projects

Basic Modeling Concepts
• Components and connectors in Modelica
• Simple mechanical system modeling
• Variable definition and equations
• Basic simulation execution

Multi-Domain System Introduction
• Overview of mechanical and electrical systems modeling
• Energy-based modeling concepts
• System interaction fundamentals
• Building simple coupled systems

Hands-on exercises

Advanced Component-Based Modeling
• Creating reusable components
• Parameterization of models
• Hierarchical system modeling
• Model libraries overview

Simulation and Analysis Techniques
• Running simulations and interpreting results
• Plotting variables and system behavior
• Debugging model issues
• Performance and stability considerations

Real-World System Modeling Applications
• Engineering system simulation use cases
• Automotive and mechanical system examples
• Control system integration basics
• Introduction to optimization concepts

Hands-on exercises

• Modelica language fundamentals
• System modeling concepts
• Mechanical and electrical system simulation
• Component-based modeling
• Simulation execution and analysis
• Multi-domain engineering systems

• System modeling assignments
• Simulation execution tasks
• Multi-domain modeling exercises
• Final mini simulation project

Participants will receive course materials, slides, reference materials, exercises and access to resources for further learning.

Participants who successfully complete the training will receive an AcadNXT Certification in OpenModelica Essentials Training, validating their expertise in system modeling, simulation engineering, and multi-domain physical system analysis using OpenModelica.