MFFA Course - Fluid Mechanics Fundamentals and Applications

In this master's program, students are trained in fundamental and applied research activities in the field of aerodynamics and aeroacoustics. These topics can now be explored thanks to advances in computing that enable industrial research to tackle the major technological challenges posed by improving energy performance and reducing pollution.

Campus

Arts et Métiers Campus Arts et Métiers Paris

Pedagogy

Training schedule

This training program lasts two years.

Master's 1

Training offered on the Arts et Métiers campus Arts et Métiers Paris through the "Factory of the Future - Energy" program.

Master's degree

This program is offered in collaboration with Sorbonne University. Classes are divided equally between Sorbonne University and the Arts et Métiers campus Arts et Métiers Paris.

The program includes one semester of classes from September to February, with the second semester devoted to a 20-week internship. These internships are carried out in France and abroad in universities, laboratories, industrial companies (Safran, Airbus, SNCF, ESA, etc.), and research organizations (ONERA, CEA, etc.). 

Educational objectives  

• Acquire expertise in numerical simulation and analysis of complex and turbulent flows.
• Master physical models and associated numerical simulation methods.
• Know how to apply acquired knowledge to industrial problems, particularly in the field of aeronautical or land transport, where reducing energy consumption and noise pollution are important issues. 

Program

1re period (September to November), 5 compulsory course units

• Fundamental aerodynamics, Arts et Métiers
• Numerical methods for compressible flows, Arts et Métiers
• Turbulence dynamics, Sorbonne University
• Aeroelasticity (course in English), Sorbonne University
• Simulation of incompressible flows, Arts et Métiers
• English, Arts et Métiers

2e period (from December to February), 5 ECTS credits from the following 7 

• Machine learning (course in English), Sorbonne University
• Aerodynamic optimization (course in English), Sorbonne University
• Vortex dynamics (course in English), Sorbonne University
• Aeroacoustics, Arts et Métiers
• High-fidelity numerical simulation for turbulent flows, Arts et Métiers
• Flow instabilities, Arts et Métiers
• Control theory (course in English), Arts et Métiers

Assessment, validation, and teaching methods

Course materials and assignment sheets are available to students. Assessment is based on continuous evaluation, practical work, and final exams for each term.

To validate the master's degree, the average grade for each course unit must be greater than or equal to 7/20. In addition, the average grade for first-semester courses must be greater than or equal to 10/20. Finally, the research internship grade must be greater than or equal to 10/20.

Highlights of the training program

• Access to a cutting-edge field of research, linked to a strategic sector of industry,
• Opportunity to work on innovative topics in collaboration with industry partners,
• Internship opportunities in the R&D departments of large companies,
• Opportunity for study abroad programs at prestigious foreign universities,
• A specialty closely linked to the research and development issues faced by many industries,
• Treatment of R&D according to a general industrial approach,
• Acquisition of knowledge relating to aerodynamics and mechanical modeling, as well as knowledge concerning the optimization of turbomachinery performance.
• Highly sought-after training in the industrial and research sectors listed below.

Career opportunities

This program prepares students for careers in aeronautics, automotive, transportation, energy production, and energy conversion, particularly in the research and development departments of these industrial companies. It allows students to pursue a PhD or a career, mainly in the aeronautics, aerospace, or land transportation industries.

Industries related to aeronautics, space, automotive, rail, marine, oil production and exploitation, housing, environment, etc.
Public and private laboratories or industrial technical centers.

Industrial partners

Areva, AEA Technology (Toronto), Bouygues, Carrier, EDF, Faurecia, GDF, Blackmer, PSA, Sagem, Schlumberger (Houston), Société Tour Eiffel, Technicatome, Valeo, Rowenta, Valeo, Ensival-Moret, Snecma, John Crane Cyclam, FAPMO, Schlumberger, Wilo Salmson, Climadef, Ebenal, ETF, GDF, Horis, Lawrence Berkeley, Lyonnaise des Eaux, Renault, Arcelor, SNPE, Saint-Gobain, Snecma, Technip, Hispano-Suiza, etc.

Academic partners

• Collaboration with Sorbonne University (Pierre and Marie Curie Campus, Paris^{5th arrondissement})

Partnerships with ENSTA, École Polytechnique, CNAM, ENSMP, ECP, ESTACA, ESPCI, Supméca, Federal University of Pernambuco, Brazil. Simon Bolivar University, Venezuela.

Admissions

Admission requirements and required level

• Holders of a Master's degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics
• Holders of an engineering degree with proven knowledge in Mechanics, Physics, or Mathematics
• Prerequisites: Solid M1-level training in Mechanics, Physics, or Mathematics.

The target audience is primarily master's students studying mechanical engineering, physics, or mathematics at the university, as well as students in their final year of engineering school.

Application schedule

Applications open in February on the dedicated website. Follow the procedure.

Contacts

• Head of Education: Damien Biau

• School administrator : Colin Davrainville