Basics of FEM

Structure Type: Course
Code: RAK2C3
Type: Compulsory
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 4.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Perälä, Martti
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Course Implementations, Planned Year of Study and Semester

Curriculum  Semester  Credits  Start of Semester  End of Semester
RAK-2015RASU   2 spring   4.0   2017-01-01   2017-07-31  
RAK-2015TUTE   2 spring   4.0   2017-01-01   2017-07-31  
RAK-2016RASU   2 spring   4.0   2018-01-01   2018-07-31  
RAK-2016TUTE   2 spring   4.0   2018-01-01   2018-07-31  

Learning Outcomes

Students will be competent in making finite element models for bar structures. They will be capable of solving displacements and internal forces of a bar structure by the finite element method.

Student's Workload

Total work load of the course: 107 h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

Statics, Strength of Materials, Linear Algebra.

Contents

• Principles of the finite element method
• Forming finite element model
• Beam, truss and frame elements
• Degrees of freedom
• Stiffness matrix and load vectors
• Nodal forces
• Equilibrium equations of nodal forces
• Internal forces of elements
• Effect of support movement
• Temperature effects

Recommended or Required Reading

Lecturer's material.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures, calculation exercises and homework.

Assessment Criteria

1 Student knowns the basics of the course
3 Student knowns the contents of the course well
5 Student knowns the contents of the course well and can apply their knowledge in practice

Assessment Methods

Two mid-term exams or one final exam.

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