Design Automation and Simulation for Microfluidic Devices

What it is about

You learn how microfluidic devices (lab-on-a-chip) are designed, simulated and prototypically implemented. At the end you can assess the fields of application, platforms and design-/simulation methods and accompany a microfluidics design from concept to prototypical implementation.

What you will be able to do

• Assess the potential and areas of application of microfluidics
• Analyze available platforms for specific applications
• Apply design steps, methods and tools for microfluidics
• Utilize simulation methods and tools for evaluation
• Understand manufacturing steps up to the prototype

What the module consists of

• VorlesungConveying the concepts on applications, platforms, design, simulation and manufacturing
• Hands-on Sitzungen/Übungenpractical deepening of the lecture content with design and simulation tools
• Laborbeobachtunginsight into the fabrication of a simple/prototypical microfluidic biochip in the lab

Teaching method

• Präsentationen (Slides, Whiteboard)Introduction and explanation of core concepts
• Hands-on Übungen mit Softwaretoolspractical application of design and simulation methods
• LabordemonstrationDemonstration of the fabrication process of a prototype