This page collects all the free FDS tutorials available on this website.
The tutorials are organized by topic and can be followed independently, depending on what you need to learn or explore. If you are new to FDS, you can start from the basic guides and then move to more specific tutorials.
Note for beginners
If you prefer a single, structured learning path that guides you step by step through FDS fundamentals and core concepts, you may want to check the FDS Fundamentals Course.
Basic Guides
These tutorials cover the minimum required steps to run your first FDS simulations.
- What is FDS
- How to run a FDS job on Windows
- Your First FDS Simulation
- Smokeview Tutorial – Basic functions
FDS Tutorials
These tutorials focus on individual topics and features of FDS.
- Simple Supply and Exhaust Vents
- Radially spreading fire
- Remove obstructions during a simulation in FDS
- Multiple Meshes
FDS Examples
These examples assume basic familiarity with FDS and focus on specific scenarios rather than full explanations.
Learning FDS through individual tutorials can be effective, but it often requires switching between documentation, examples, and guides to build a complete workflow.
If you are looking for a guided and coherent introduction to FDS fundamentals (from setup to a complete working simulation) the FDS Fundamentals Course provides a structured alternative to fragmented learning.