
Transform motion into equilibrium with D'Alembert's principle and the virtual work method, applying small angle linearization to model inertial forces in vehicle dynamics for brake bias and suspension tuning.
Examine how lateral forces drive high speed cornering, centripetal load, and slip angle responses, and how downforce, camber, and suspension tuning control understeer and oversteer for stable handling.
Study aerodynamic downforce fundamentals, ground effect, and venturi underbody diffusers to boost tire grip and stability in race vehicles. Learn how multi-element foils balance drag to downforce efficiency and performance.
Explore how carbon fibre monocoques integrate cockpit, impact structures, and suspension mounts into a single CFRP shell, and how ply orientations and autoclave curing achieve FIA-compliant performance.
Explore how eight-speed seamless gearboxes enable uninterrupted torque transfer in racing. See ratchet barrel mechanisms, helical gears, shift drums, and pneumatic shift actuators synchronize gears with millisecond precision.
Explore suspension geometry basics, including double wishbone kinematics and the instant center, to understand camber, toe, roll center, and anti-dive effects on handling and stability.
The Automotive Engineering: Racing Vehicle Fundamentals Course is a multidisciplinary program that immerses you in the core principles of high-performance race-car engineering—from vehicle dynamics and chassis design to powertrain integration and drivetrain systems. You’ll gain a deep understanding of the physics, materials science, and system-level design methods employed in top-tier motorsports, empowering you to design, analyze, and optimize racing vehicles with confidence.
The course is aimed at providing a solid background in Automotive Engineering so that you can scale up your knowledge in the topic and gain confidence in your own skills. The course is about uniting Engineering and Technical skills for an overall improved know-how of today's innovative Race Vehicles, with specific focus on F1.
Course Structure
Introduction to Racing Vehicle Fundamentals
Vehicle Dynamics & Modeling
Chassis Design & Advanced Materials
Powerunit Architecture & Hybrid Integration
Transmission, Drivetrain & Energy-Recovery Systems
Course Objectives
Master both fundamental and advanced concepts of race-car dynamics and system integration.
Identify, analyze and optimize key subsystems
Lead and contribute to motorsports engineering projects using industry-standard tools, protocols and best practices.
I encourage you to begin this journey to Automotive Engineering, you won't regret it! If you have any doubts during the course feel free to contact me.
Lluís Foreman - ValueKnow Founder