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ASEN 5007: Introduction to Finite Element Methods
Description
Introduces finite element methods used for solving linear problems in structural and continuum mechanics. Covers modeling, mathematical formulation, and computer implementation.
Outline
FEM discretization and the direct stiffness method.
Displacement formulation of 1D and 2D finite elements.
Computer implementation in Mathematica.
Displacement formulation of 1D and 2D finite elements.
Computer implementation in Mathematica.
Benefits
Satisfies applied computational requirements of MS or ME degree. May be counted as core course toward the MS degree if not declared for the computational requirement.
Objectives
in order to use commercial finite element software knowledgably or develop your own finite
element code for analyzing continuum mechanics problems.
Prerequisites
Matrix algebra.
Education Officer (EO)
Required
Textbooks
None required.
Hardware & Software
Access to Mathematica 4.0 or higher for analytical and numerical work. Web access required for lecture notes, homework, and announcements. Students should purchase Mathematica student version if not available on their own computers.
Syllabus
Sample Lectures
| Lecture Title | Semester | Year |
| ASEN5007L02 | Fall | 2006 |
| ASEN5007L01 | Fall | 2006 |
Upcoming & Previous Offerings
Meeting Days Legend: Monday (M), Tuesday (T), Wednesday (W), Thursday (R), Friday (F), Saturday (S), Sunday (U)
Summer Terms: M = Maymester, A = 1st 5 weeks, B= 2nd 5 weeks, C = 8 weeks, D= 10 weeks
Refer to the Academic Calendar for specific dates.
| Semester | Term | Time | Days | Location | Instructor | Additional Instructors |
| Fall 2009 | Library Only | Felippa, C | ||||
| Fall 2008 | Library Only | Felippa, C | ||||
| Fall 2007 | Library Only | Felippa, C | ||||
| Fall 2006 | 12:30 PM - 01:45 PM | TR | ECCS 1B28 | Felippa, C | ||
| Fall 2005 | 12:30 PM - 01:45 PM | TR | ECCS 1B12 | Felippa, C |
