This course focuses on the development of advanced simulation tools using COMSOL Multiphysics. Students will learn how to transform complex multiphysics models into customised applications, automate simulation workflows using Python and the COMSOL API, and use surrogate modeling techniques to accelerate analysis and design exploration.

The course combines three complementary approaches. First, students will work with COMSOL Application Builder to create intuitive user interfaces for simulation models, including forms, input fields, buttons, graphics and result visualisation tools. These applications allow complex models to be used by non-expert users in a controlled and accessible way.

Second, the course introduces Python-based automation for COMSOL models. Students will learn how to run simulations, modify parameters, automate parametric studies, extract results and connect COMSOL with external data analysis workflows.

Finally, students will explore the use of surrogate models as fast approximations of computationally expensive simulations. These models can be used to speed up parametric studies, support optimisation and create interactive simulation tools where real-time or near-real-time responses are required.

By the end of the course, students will be able to develop practical simulation applications that combine COMSOL models, graphical interfaces, automated workflows and surrogate-based approaches.