Finite Element Analysis in Solid Mechanics

Degree: Master

Code

Year/Semester

Local Credits

ECTS Credits

Course Implementation, Hours/Week

Course

Tutorial

Laboratory

 MECH 504

7/8 Spring

3

4

3

0

0

Department

Mechanical Engineering

Instructors

Dr.Faculty Member Atilla Savaş

Contact Information

asavas@pirireis.edu.tr

Office Hours

Web page

Pruonline

Course Type

 Compulsory

Course Language

English

Course Prerequisites

Course Category by Content, %

Basic Sciences

Engineering Science

Engineering Design

Humanities

80

20

-

-

Course Description

Introduction to fundamentals of Finite Element Method (FEM), Direct Approach, Springs and Truss Elements, Beam Elements, FE Formulation for General Continuum, , Plane Stress and Plane Strain Elements, Finite Elements and Interpolation Functions

Course Objectives

To understand the basic theoretical principles of the Finite Element Method, to understand the difference between various types of elements, to impose displacement and force boundary conditions and to demonstrate convergence, to be able to interpret and report FE results, to be able to use FE as a tool for solving engineering problems

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Gain knowledge on fundamentals and applications of FEM
2. Be able to select appropriate finite element and mesh, be able to apply loads and boundary conditions to the model
3. Be able to formulate and solve engineering problems by FEM
4. Be able to start using FEM for design purposes

Instructional Methods and Techniques

Tutorial Place

Co-term Condition

Textbook

Other References

• D.V. Hutton, Fundamentals of Finite Element Analysis. Mc Graw Hill, 2004
• D.L. Logan A First Course in Finete Element Method Cengage Learning 2012

Homework & Projects

Laboratory Work

-

Computer Use

MATLAB, ANSYS

Other Activities

-   

Assessment Criteria

Activities

Quantity

Effects on Grading, %

Attendance

Midterm

1

30

Quiz

Homework

7

                       30

Term Paper/Project

Laboratory Work

Practices

Tutorial

Seminar

Presentation

Field Study

Final Exam

 1

40

TOTAL

%100

Effects of Midterm on Grading, %

%60

Effects of Final on Grading, %

%40

TOTAL

%100

ECTS/

WORKLOAD TABLE

Activities

Count

Hours

Total

Workload

Lecture

14

3

42

Midterm

1

10

10

Quiz

Homework

7

4

28

Term Paper/Project

Laboratory Work

Practices

Tutorial

Seminar

Presentation

Field Study

Final Exam

1

10

10

Total Workload

90

Total Workload/25

90/25

Course ECTS Credits

4

Week

Topics

Course Outcomes

1

Introduction to FEM, Review of Matrix Operation

I

2

Basic concepts

I-II-III

3

Basic concepts

I

4

Stiffness matrices

I-II

5

Stiffness matrices

II-II

6

Truss structures

II-III-IV

7

Truss structures

II-III-IV

8

MIDTERM EXAM

9

Flexure elements

II-III

10

Flexure elements

II-III

11

Plain Strain and Plane Stress Equations

II-III-IV

12

Plain Strain and Plane Stress Equations

II-III-IV

13

Method of weighted residuals

II-III-IV

14

Method of weighted residuals

II-III-IV

Program Outcomes

Level of Contribution

1

2

3

a

An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering

x

b

An  ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data

c

An ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs

d

Ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams

e

An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems

x

f

An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility

g

An ability to communicate effectively

h

The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context

i

A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning

j

A knowledge of contemporary issues

k

An ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice

x

l

An ability to apply basic knowledge in fluid mechanics, structural mechanics, material properties, and energy/propulsion systems in the context of mechanical systems

x

Course

I

II

III

IV

Outcomes

Programme Outcomes

a

X

X

X

X

b

X

X

X

X

c

X

d

X

e

X

f

g

X

X

X

X

h

i

X

X

X

X

j

X

X

X

X

k

l

X

X

X

X

Prepared by

Dr.Faculty Member Atilla Savaş

Date

January  9,  2018

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