Applied Finite Element Method    3 s.h

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Introduction of the finite element method with an emphasis on modeling and interpretation of results. Linear static problems are solved using commercial finite element analysis (FEA) software, where the results are verified using theoretical calculations. Topics include trusses, frames, plane stress/strain, and 3-D structures. Three hours lecture. Prereq.: "C" or better in MET 3707 or CCET 3709 .