Finite Element Method for Geomechanics

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Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours. Formulation of the 2D and 3D finite element method; development of a simple finite element computer program; linear and non-linear constitutive relation for soft and hard rocks; applications to porous flow and geomechanics problems; code the finite element computer programs and practice to solve geomechanics problems, reservoir flow, reservoir compaction, subsidence, borehole breakout and casing stability problems. Prerequisites: Computer language such as Fortran, C, C#, C++, or Matlab.