Course Content
The Master degree course “Biomimetics/Locomotion in Fluids” is a consecutive, research-oriented course of study comprising biological as well as engineering science content. Course offerings include theoretical components relating to fluid dynamics, modern experimental units drawn from aero- and hydrodynamics as well as various simulation technologies. Examples drawn from nature will be analysed in all areas, in addition to engineering science background topics.Topics include, among others:
* Flow optimisation with regard to flying and swimming animals
* Explanation and application of high uplift effects
* Surface effects with regard to swimming organisms
* Flow influence of flocking behaviour
* Alternative propulsion mechanisms
* Autonomous, powered submarine craft
In addition to field-specific and methodological knowledge, social skills are also strengthened (acquired in interdisciplinary project teams and on excursions).
Academic content related to company organisation, communications technology, project management and project presentation are obligatory components of the course of study.
The period of study is usually three semesters and contains two modularly structured semesters of study with theoretical and practical components. Students complete the Master thesis during the third semester and receive the Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree upon completion.