Area
Engineering and Technology
Sub-Discipline
Mechanical Engineering
University of La Serena
- City: La Serena,
- Commune: La Serena,
- Region: Coquimbo Region
goals
To train high-level specialists in the use of tools for solving problems in the field of Mechanical Engineering, using finite numerical methods and computer simulations with applications to the characterization of fluid mechanics, heat transfer and the design of equipment and processes for the areas of mining, metalworking, energy, environment and food.
Applicant Profile
Chilean or foreign applicants who hold a Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree or equivalent studies may apply to the Master's Degree Program in Computational Mechanics.
Graduate profile
Graduates of the Master's Program in Computational Mechanics at the University of La Serena are equipped to participate, individually or in interdisciplinary teams, in the specialized and innovative solution of complex industrial problems. The strength of their training lies in their ability to observe and identify problems affecting production processes and to formulate physical-mathematical models that account for the nature of these problems. They will also be able to simulate processes using computer-aided design software, enabling them to perform predictive descriptions of the processes involved under operating conditions. Consequently, graduates acquire the capacity to analyze, discuss, and project the results obtained, facilitating the generation of efficient solutions through computational simulation for the continuous improvement of processes, equipment, and associated products. Furthermore, their postgraduate training will enable them to participate in and initiate theoretical and applied research activities in related fields.
Lines of investigation
Numerical and computational simulation methods in the areas of solids, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer / Finite numerical methods, finite elements, volumes, meshless methods, virtual element method, discrete elements, and SPH / Energy and energy efficiency / Biomechanics / Simulation of industrial processes / Asset management and reliability, diagnostics of rotating machinery / Materials, manufacturing processes / Evaporation and condensation in microchannels / Drying
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