ME 441

Course ID:

Course Code & Number

ME 441

Course Title

Applied Finite Element Analysis

Level

BS

Credit Hours/ ECTS Credits

(2+2+0) 3 TEDU Credits, 5 ECTS Credits

Year of Study:

Senior

Semester:

Fall

Type of Course:

Elective

Mode of Delivery:

Face-to-face

Language of Instruction:

English

Pre-requisite / Co-requisite::

Catalog Description

Introduction to Finite Element Method (FEM). Commercial software packages. Linear FEM applications: linear elasticity, beam bending, stress concentration. Non-linear FEM applications: plasticity, contact analysis, Hertzian contact stresses, friction.

Course Objectives

Introduction to Finite Element Method (FEM). Commercial software packages. Linear FEM applications: linear elasticity, beam bending, stress concentration. Non-linear FEM applications: plasticity, contact analysis, Hertzian contact stresses, friction.

Software Usage

Course Learning Outcomes

 be able to use a general purpose, commercial FE software package

 understand the principles behind linear and non-linear FEM

select an appropriate numerical approach for a given problem and apply it to solve a range of engineering problems in solid mechanics.

Learning Activities and Teaching Methods:

Reading Problem Solving Inquiry

Assessment Methods and Criteria:

Test / Exam

Assessment Methods and Criteria Others:

Design Content

Recommended Reading

Required Reading

Grading

Learning Activities and Teaching Methods Others:

Course Coordinator:

Dr. Omer Music

Student Workload:

Workload	Hrs
Course Readings	50
Exams/Quizzes	50

Course & Program Learning Outcome Matching: