Finite Element Methods (FEM) (3 cr)

Evaluation scale

0-5

Objective

The students understand the theoretical basis of the finite element method. They are able to conduct static FEM analysis on structures, interpret the results and draw conclusions.

EA-EN EUR-ACE Engineering analysis: Students are able to create a model of the structure which is appropriate for FEM analysis. They are also able to complete the analysis.

EA-ER EUR-ACE Engineering practice: Students are able to choose a correct method and element type for a structural analysis. They are also able to interpret the results and draw conclusions based on the results.

Content

Theoretical basis of the finite element method: forming the stiffness matrix and solving the system of equations. Element types: truss, beam, shell and solid. Analysis types: static and modal analysis. Interpretation and sharpness of the results. Linear and non-linear analysis. Modeling assemblies and contact surfaces. Using a FEM-software.

Materials

Theory handouts + exercises
Support material: Hartmann, Katz: Structural Analysis with Finite Elements, 2nd Edition

Completion alternatives

Exercises and a final exam.

Student workload

Virtual study and independent work 80 h.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Excellent (5): The student masters the topics of the course, and he is able to apply them innovatively in challenging engineering applications.

Very good (4): The student masters the essential knowledge of the course, and he is able to apply his skills to usual engineering problems.

Good (3): The student masters the basic principles of the course, and he is able to solve basic engineering problems.

Satisfactory (2): The student is familiar with the basic knowledge and terminology of course, but he has some problems with applying the knowledge. He can nevertheless solve simple engineering problems.

Adequate (1): The student is familiar with the basic knowledge and terminology of the course, but he has significant problems with applications.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good (3): The student masters the basic principles of the finite element method, and he is able to solve basic engineering problems.

Very good (4): The student masters the essential knowledge of the finite element method, and he is able to apply his skills to usual engineering problems.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent (5): The student masters the theory of the finite element method, and he is able to apply it innovatively in challenging engineering applications.

Qualifications

The technical beam theory: stress and deformation caused by the normal and shear force and the bending moment.

Further information

Open AMK 15 places