Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics 2027
DATE: 25-29 January 2027
LOCATION: online / on-site: Waterloosesteenweg, 72, 1640 Sint-Genesius-Rode, Belgium - near Brussels
ABOUT THE LECTURE SERIES
Drawing on decades of expertise in fluid mechanics, numerical methods, and engineering simulation, this Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) lecture series offers a comprehensive gateway into the principles, methodologies, and practical tools that underpin modern CFD. The programme is designed for engineers, researchers, and graduate students seeking a solid foundation in the mathematical, physical, and computational aspects of flow simulation.
Over five intensive days, participants will progress from the fundamental governing equations of fluid flow and the properties of numerical solution methods to advanced topics such as finite volume and finite element discretization techniques, compressible and incompressible flows, mesh generation and adaptation, high-performance computing, stability and implicit time-integration methods, and turbulence modelling. The course also provides valuable insight into the practical use of both open-source and commercial CFD software tools.
Delivered by renowned specialists from academia and industry and directed by Prof. Pierre Schrooyen from VKI, the series combines theoretical rigour with practical engineering perspectives providing also insight into practical use. By connecting mathematical foundations with real-world applications, the programme equips attendees with the knowledge required to understand, assess, and effectively use CFD methods across a wide range of scientific and engineering disciplines.
Whether you are new to CFD or looking to consolidate your understanding of its core concepts, this lecture series provides an excellent opportunity to build a strong conceptual framework and gain insights into the state-of-the-art techniques that drive today's computational fluid dynamics practice.
PROGRAMME
Monday 25 January 2027
08:30 – 09:00 Registration
09:00 – 10:30 Navier-Stokes equations and closures
Dr. Pierre-Henri Maire, CEA, France
10:30 – 11:00 Coffee break
11:00 – 12:30 Hierarchy of models
Dr. Pierre-Henri Maire, CEA, France
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch break
13:30 – 15:00 Structure, operators and boundary conditions
Dr. Pierre-Henri Maire, CEA, France
15:00 – 15:30 Coffee break
15:30 – 17:00 Naive 1D discretisations: consistency, stability, accuracy
Dr. Pierre-Henri Maire, CEA, France
17:00 Reception
Tuesday 26 January 2027
09:00 – 10:30 Numerical method for compressible flow
Dr. Pierre-Henri Maire, CEA, France
10:30 – 11:00 Coffee break
11:00 - 12:30 Finite volume methods in 1D
Dr. Pierre-Henri Maire, CEA, France
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch break
13:30 – 15:00 High-order and multidimensional finite volume methods
Dr. Pierre-Henri Maire, CEA, France
15:00 – 15:30 Coffee break
15:30 – 17:00 Overview of space discretization for complex geometry
Prof. Pierre Schrooyen, von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics, Belgium
Wednesday 27 January 2027
09:00 – 10:30 Numerical method for incompressible flow (continued)
Dr. Pierre-Henri Maire, CEA, France
10:30 – 11:00 Coffee break
11:00 – 12:30 Finite element method
Prof. Pierre Schrooyen, von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics, Belgium
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch break
13:30 – 15:00 High Performance Computing for CFD
To be determined
15:00 – 15:30 Coffee break
15:30 – 17:00 Mesh and adaptation
Dr. Olivier Coulaud, CENAERO, Belgium
Thursday 28 January 2027
09:00 – 10:30 Introduction – Well posedness of mathematical problems and numerical consequences for simple problems
Prof. Gérard Degrez, Professor Emeritus, Ecole polytechnique de Bruxelles and Adjunct Professor, von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics, Belgium
10:30 – 11:00 Coffee break
11:00 – 12:30 Stability properties of time integration methods
Prof. Gérard Degrez, Professor Emeritus, Ecole polytechnique de Bruxelles and Adjunct Professor, von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics, Belgium
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch break
13:30 – 15:00 Construction of implicit methods
Prof. Gérard Degrez, Professor Emeritus, Ecole polytechnique de Bruxelles and Adjunct Professor, von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics, Belgium
15:00 – 15:30 Coffee break
15:30 – 17:00 Construction of implicit methods (continued)
Prof. Gérard Degrez, Professor Emeritus, Ecole polytechnique de Bruxelles and Adjunct Professor, von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics, Belgium
Friday 29 January 2027
09:00 – 10:30 Aspects for CFD computations using open source and commercial packages
Dr. Lilla Koloszar, von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics, Belgium
10:30 – 11:00 Coffee break
11:00 – 12:30 A brief introduction to turbulence models
Dr. Florian Menter, Synopsys, Germany
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch break
13:30 – 15:00 A brief introduction to turbulence models (continued)
Dr. Florian Menter, Synopsys, Germany
15:00 End of the Lecture Series
FEE AND REGISTRATION
- Deadline for on-site registration: 11 January 2027
- Deadline for online registration: 18 January 2027
- Discount of 10% in case of online participation*
- Discount of 30% for citizens from NATO countries*
- Discount of 40% for citizens from NATO nations supporting the financing of VKI*
* applicable on the price listed below
Early Bird Registration until 25 November 2026
- Undergraduate students: €315
- PhD students: €864
- Staff from recognized universities / research center: €1368
- Staff from commercial organizations: €1728
Late Registration after 25 November 2026
- Undergraduate students: €350
- PhD students: €960
- Staff from recognized universities / research center: €1520
- Staff from commercial organizations: €1920