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Structural Mechanics & Acoustics in COMSOL Multiphysics

This online COMSOL structural mechanics and acoustics course is a 15 ECTS university microcredential covering structural simulation, acoustics, MEMS, nonlinear material models, and coupled multiphysics phenomena.

Final deadline

Registration for the January–March 2027 edition is open until December 2026.

100% online

Live classes recorded for later viewing.

45 live hours

Distributed across the academic period.

January–March 2027

Academic period from January to March.

English taught

Specialized training in structural mechanics and acoustics.

15 ECTS microcredential

Issued by University of Málaga.

Academic license

COMSOL access included during the course.

Course overview

Structural mechanics, acoustics and MEMS simulation with COMSOL Multiphysics.

Structural Mechanics & Acoustics in COMSOL Multiphysics is a specialized online course offered by the Multiphysics Modeling School at the University of Málaga.

Designed for engineers, scientists and students, the course develops practical skills for simulating acoustic systems, micro-electro-mechanical devices, nonlinear materials and coupled phenomena.

The program connects sound and vibration, MEMS, nonlinear structural behavior, and multiphysics couplings through five coordinated modules.

Specialized level

Focused on structural, acoustic and MEMS modeling in COMSOL Multiphysics.

Flexible delivery

Online live classes, recorded for later viewing.

Structural mechanics & acoustics

From sound and vibration to MEMS, nonlinear materials and coupled phenomena.

University certificate

Certificate issued by the University of Málaga upon completion.

Course contents

From acoustic systems to MEMS, nonlinear materials and coupled physics.

Module 01

Structural Mechanics

Solid mechanics interfaces, structural multiphysics couplings and fluid-structure interaction.

Module 02

Acoustics

Acoustic theory, pressure and elastic-wave interfaces, ultrasound, aeroacoustics and structure–acoustic interaction.

Module 03

Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS)

MEMS modeling, electromechanics, piezoelectric effects, damping, fluid–structure interaction and device applications.

Module 04

Nonlinear Structural Materials Models

Hyperelasticity, plasticity, viscoelasticity, shape-memory alloys, creep, viscoplasticity and damage models.

Module 05

Multiphysics

Uni- and bidirectional couplings, coupling levels, manual strategies and the main multiphysics nodes for advanced models.

Schedule of classes

Live online teaching with recordings for later review.

Academic period: from January to March, 2027. On average, about 5 weekly hours of online classes will be scheduled, distributed from Monday to Friday.

All online classes will be recorded and available to students for later viewing. Use the time-zone selector to check the class times in your location.

The online classes will be held on weekdays (Monday to Friday) in two time slots:

Period Slot 1 Slot 2
01 Jan 2027 – 31 Mar 2027 18:00–19:00 19:30–20:30
Key dates

January–March 2027 edition

Enrollment deadline

December, 2026

Start date

January, 2027

End date

March, 2027
Who should enroll?

Built for technical profiles working with structural mechanics and acoustics.

The course is intended for participants who want a structured path through acoustics, MEMS, nonlinear structural materials and coupled-physics simulation in COMSOL Multiphysics.

Engineering and science students

Researchers and academic professionals

Industry engineers and technical staff

Professionals working in acoustics, vibration, MEMS and structural analysis

A basic background in mechanics, acoustics and mathematics is recommended. Prior COMSOL Multiphysics experience is helpful but not required.

By the end of the course

Learning objectives

  • Model acoustic wave propagation, sound, vibration and structure–acoustic interaction.
  • Simulate MEMS devices and their electromechanical, thermoelastic and fluid–structure couplings.
  • Configure nonlinear material models including hyperelasticity, plasticity, viscoelasticity and damage.
  • Configure and solve coupled multiphysics problems efficiently.
Teaching staff

Learn from university professors and COMSOL professionals.

Payment options

Enrollment fee and installment schedule.

Total fee

1,470€

Academic License Included​

Includes online classes, recordings, course materials, UMA certificate process and temporary COMSOL Multiphysics academic license access.

Payment in 2 installments available
1
980€

First installment

Due in December 2026
2
490€

Second installment

Due in February 2027

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