Prof. Dr.-Ing. Philipp Klimant

This module explains the use of digital twins in a wide range of application scenarios, from industrial applications through to building services engineering and new technical developments. In addition to the integration of 3D models – which usually form the basis of the digital twin – the module focuses on the enrichment of these models with external data. This approach enables new insights to be gained and processes to be continuously improved, not only during the development phase but also whilst a plant or building is in operation.

The lecture covers the following key topics:

• Fundamentals of a digital twin
• Data acquisition and sensors, IoT devices and data protocols
• Data integration and processing
• Modelling and simulation
• Communication and networking
• Applications across various industries
• Real-time interaction and control
• Security and data protection
• Future trends and developments

Using Unity3D, students independently create their own digital twin during the course in short development sprints.

The module is offered as a compulsory elective in the second standard semester of the Bachelor’s programme; it is worth 6 ECTS credits, with the module code 03-DIZW and module number 5525. Further information can be found in the module handbook.

Through a practical project, the modules teach students the process of developing an interactive application to map processes that have hitherto been predominantly analogue in nature. This involves capturing and analysing existing content within its respective application contexts, with the aim of thoroughly restructuring and synthesising this content to create a targeted concept. Throughout the process, there is ongoing consultation with (external) stakeholders, which is intended to enhance students’ communication skills and foster team development.

The module is divided into a practical component, guided by traditional and agile project management methods, focused on the iterative development of the interactive product, and a component dedicated to meeting documentation and communication requirements.

Practical work phase

• Team management and organisation
• Requirements analysis
• Effective development of a rough concept
• Integration of media techniques with specific themes
• Implementation as a team

Presentation and supporting materials

• Presentations outlining the various concept phases
• Best practice for presenting and iteratively aligning prototype work stages with stakeholders
• Techniques for constructive feedback
• Advanced presentation techniques
• Development of a sustainable record for work documentation

The ‘Science and Business 3’ module builds on the work carried out in the ‘Science and Business 2’ module.

Building on the products developed, partially evaluated and optimised in the ‘Science and Business 2’ and ‘Science and Business 3’ modules, the ‘Science and Business 4’ module hones students’ skills in academic publishing. To this end, students acquire extensive, in-depth and advanced knowledge in the field of publication science and its public impact, for example at subject-specific conferences.

The courses are offered as part of the Bachelor’s programme during standard semesters 3–5; the module codes are 03-WISS2, 03-WISS3 and 03-WISS4, with module numbers 5503, 5504 and 5505 respectively. Further information can be found in the module handbook.