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