Introduction to Finite Elements in Mechanical Engineering

3 credits · College of Engineering catalogue

Advisory Prerequisite. None. Enforced Prerequisite: MECHENG 211. (3 credits) Introduction to theory and practice of the finite element method. One-dimensional, two-dimensional and three dimensional elements are studied, including structural elements. Primary fields of applications are strength of materials (deformation and stress analysis) and dynamics and vibrations. Extensive use of commercial finite element software packages is applied through computer labs and graded assignments.