Course contents Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) has evolved from a specialized, high-cost tool into a widely accessible optical measurement technique across numerous engineering disciplines. This course examines the principles of PIV as a minimally intrusive diagnostic method for fluid dynamics research, highlighting how advancements in sCMOS digital sensors and laser sources have broadened its application in both academic and industrial facilities. The curriculum integrates theoretical foundations with practical experimental strategies, covering component selection criteria to optimize system setups for specific fluid dynamic problems. While focusing on fundamental configurations such as 2D Mono and Stereo PIV, the course also introduces advanced [...]