Last modified: 22 May 2019 17:07
The background to the finite element method and its use in various industrial applications is explained in this course. As well as the modelling of linear static and dynamic problems, the modelling of material and geometric non-linearity is an important aspect of the course. Coursework assignments will be based on the student edition of ABAQUS which is supplied with the Course Textbook which students are required to purchase.
| Study Type | Postgraduate | Level | 5 |
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| Term | Second Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Old Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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The main learning outcomes will be familiarity with the following topics:
• the fundamental equations of mechanics of solids (kinematics, equilibrium and constitutive) of beams, shells and solids.
• The basis of the finite element method for linear problems
• Static linear analysis of space frames
• Dynamic linear analysis of space frames
• Static non-linear analysis of space frames
• Dynamic non-linear analysis of space frames
Part I: Consists of 6 sessions and will be taught during weeks (25-30) two hours per week
for the lectures and another two hours per week for workshop and tutorials
Part II: Consists of 5 sessions and will be taught during weeks (31-35) two hours per week for the lectures and another two hours per week for the workshop and tutorials
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
2 coursework assignments (25% and 25%) and one 3 hour written exam (50%).
The re-sit will comprise of re-doing the failed element/s (exam and/or coursework
assessment/s) from the 1st attempt with a maximum CGS mark of D3. The marks for other elements (successfully passed) will be carried over. Resit mark of either RP or RF will be recorded.
There are no assessments for this course.
Discussion boards on “My Aberdeen” are employed for both general queries and specific difficulties associated with assignments, exam preparation etc.
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