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Dynamic Simulation Fundamentals

Duration: 9 Minutes

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The Dynamic Simulation Fundamentals lesson is designed for engineers, consultants, and decision makers who want a clear, practical introduction to dynamic simulation concepts and how they are applied in real-world projects. This lesson showcases how complex theory is translated into structured, actionable simulation practices used across industrial environments.

With This Lesson, You Will:

  • Experience our self-paced eLearning format, including video instruction, workbooks, assessments, and hands-on assignments

  • Explore interactive content with videos, downloadable resources, and practice materials

  • Evaluate the depth, clarity, and instructional quality before committing to the full program

  • See how foundational concepts are applied directly to real-world simulation projects

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to define and apply inventory concepts in dynamic simulations

  • The role of a Control Volume and how it shapes simulation models

  • How to apply the IOGCA equation (Inflow – Outflow + Generation – Consumption = Accumulation) to model system dynamics

  • How constitutive relations and governing equations are used to calculate pressure, level, and temperature

  • How to establish accurate initial states for simulation starting points

  • Why starting simple is critical for building effective and maintainable simulation models

  • How to rearrange and solve equations to represent dynamic behavior using practical simulation tools

Who Should Attend:

  • Control Systems Engineers

  • Automation and Process Engineers

  • Simulation Specialists

  • Plant Operators and Technical Trainers

  • Consultants and hiring managers evaluating simulation learning paths

Key Takeaways:

  • Understand how mass, energy, and moles accumulate within dynamic systems

  • Define control volumes accurately for reliable models

  • Apply the IOGCA equation to track system behavior over time

  • Calculate critical process variables using governing equations

  • Build simulation models efficiently by starting simple and scaling complexity as needed

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