Application of Finite Element Method in Static & Dynamic Systems

3 credits · Graduate

This course presents an introduction to the theory and application of the finite element method. The basic linear elasticity, Principles of Minimun work and energy methods will be used in developing the methodology. Students will gain practical experience, using a commercial software package, to treat a balance set of real-life two and three-dimensional stress deformation problem under static and dynamic loading systems that are of specific interest to structural engineers.Graduate students will be expected to complete an assigned term project; they would also be given different questions in course's final exam. PREREQUISITES: CIVL 3705.03, CIVL 3505.03, CIVL 3740.03 (or equivalents) CROSSLISTED: CIVL 4541.03 FORMATS: Lecture | Lab