DP411

Introduction to Finite Elements

3 CH

Prerequisites

Differential Equations and Numerical Analysis or Engineering Mathematics, Machine Construction

Number of weekly Contact Hours

Lecture

Tutorial

Laboratory

2

2

0

Required SWL

125

Equivalent ECTS

5

Course Content

Overview and Introduction to Variational Methods, Bar Problem, Truss problem, Two-dimensional plate problem: Plane stress, Plane strain, Numerical integration, Beam bending problem, Buckling of beams, MATLAB programming of all problems, FE Applications Using Software Packages, Eigenvalue Problems (Structural Dynamics/Buckling of Beams)

Used in Program / Level

Program Name or requirement

Study Level

Design and Production Engineering Program concentration

Assessment Criteria

Student Activities

Mid-Term Exam

Practical Exam

Final Exam

50%

20%

0%

30%