ME I1700 Finite Element Methods

Equilibrium and energy based formulations of the finite element method. Review of the direct stiffness method. Truss, beam, plane and three dimensional element formulations, including isoparametric elements. Static and transient response of structures with applications in solid mechanics. Students are expected to use the available workstations to complete a project.

Prerequisite

Departmental permission.

Corequisite

None

Credits

3

Contact Hours

3 hr./wk.