To be able to identify the different methodologies for virtual product performance assessment, recognising their main advantages and limitations. To interpret the results of case studies involving numerical simulations of the static mechanical behaviour of products.

To provide trainees with the skills for correct early definition of requirements and material selection in product development, using computational methods and tools.

To provide a general and introductory overview of the product design and development process, covering the stages from problem identification through to the conception and validation of the solution. The aim is that, by the end of the course, participants will be familiar with and able to identify the key stages of the product development process, as well as be able to identify and apply different concept generation techniques and carry out the evaluation and selection of concepts.