A clear and accessible introduction to Fire Dynamics Simulator
FDS Fundamentals is a base-level course designed for those who are starting with Fire Dynamics Simulator and want a guided, structured path to their first simulations.
The course combines:
- Step-by-step Video Training
- Structured written technical reference
The videos guide you through the practical workflow.
The written material provides structured explanations and long-term reference.
This course is designed to replace fragmented learning with single path that takes you from zero to your first complete FDS simulation.
Full Access Price: 79 €
What This Course Focuses On
- Understanding the basic concepts behind FDS
- Learning what FDS is designed to do
- Becoming familiar with its structure and workflow
- Running your first simulations without confusion
After completing the course, you will be able to set up, run, and visualize a complete basic FDS simulation independently.
Course Content
Part A: Video Training (Practical Workflow)
The video course walks you through the complete operational process step-by-step.
- Installing FDS and Smokeview (Free Preview →)
- Course Introduction (Free Preview →)
- Setting up the environment (Free Preview →)
- Basic input file structure (Free Preview →)
- Computational domain (Free Preview →)
- Test run of the simulation
- Simulation duration
- Creating openings
- Creating obstructions
- Combustion setup
- Output definition: Devices
- Output definition: Slices
Part B: Technical Reference & Written Notes
The written sections provide structured explanations and deeper clarifications:
1. Introduction to Fire Dynamics Simulator
- What FDS is and what it can measure
- Key concepts behind FDS
- Computational meshes
- Short test to consolidate the basics
2. How to Run FDS
- Installing FDS and Smokeview
- Running FDS jobs correctly
Note on operating systems
Detailed examples are shown on Windows.
The same workflow applies to macOS and Linux, with minor interface differences.
3. Creating Your First FDS Simulation
- Setting up the environment
- Base FDS input file structure
- Computational domain definition
- Test run of the simulation
- Simulation duration
- Openings
- Combustion setup
- Output definition
4. Basic Output Review
- Temperature slice files
- Device results (&DEVC)
- Heat Release Rate (HRR)
Who This Course Is For
- Students approaching FDS for the first time
- Engineers and professionals new to fire modeling
- Anyone who wants a clear starting point with FDS
Instead of navigating documentation, examples, and tutorials separately, the course follows a single, structured workflow.
Note on operating systems
Detailed examples are shown on Windows.
The same workflow applies to macOS and Linux, with minor interface differences.
Full course available for 79€