INTRODUCTION TO FINITE ELEMENT METHOD AND APPLICATIONS

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(Slashed with ENGR 55901 and ENGR 75901 ) The objective of this course is to teach in a unified manner the fundamentals of the finite element method for the analysis of engineering problems arising in solids and structures. The course emphasizes the solution of real-life problems using the finite element method, and students get exposure to commercial finite element software (ANSYS or ABAQUS) and learn to critically evaluate finite element models. Examples are provided for solid, fluid and heat transfer applications. Finally, developing an understanding of the computational aspects of the finite element method and its application in realistic aerospace applications are the core goals of this course.