This document provides an introduction to the High Frequency Structure Simulator (HFSS), a finite element method simulation tool for complex 3D geometries. It discusses the background, requirements, features, and procedure for using HFSS to simulate electromagnetic fields. Examples are given of modeling microstrip lines, waveguide components, antennas, and other applications. The document also provides an overview of Agilent and Ansoft's HFSS software.