Last modified: 31 Jul 2023 11:19
The aim of this course is to teach the theory of finite elements and develop its application in engineering structures.
| Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 3 |
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| Term | First Term | Credit Points | 7.5 credits (3.75 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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The background to the finite element method and its use in the engineering structures is explained in this course. Application of this background to linear static and dynamic problems is an important aspect of the course. Coursework assignments will be based on the student edition of Abaqus finite element software.
The content of the course is formed of three sections:
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 90 | |
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| Assessment Weeks | 40 | Feedback Weeks | 42 | |
| Feedback |
Release of worked solutions and annotated submission for individual students. An in-person feedback opportunity will be available. |
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| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
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| Conceptual | Analyse | Effectively use the FEM for the advanced analysis of engineering structures |
| Conceptual | Apply | Demonstrate improved problem-solving skills |
| Conceptual | Evaluate | The basis and limitations of the finite element method for linear problems Static linear analysis of space frames Dynamic linear analysis of space frames |
| Conceptual | Understand | The fundamental equations of mechanics of solids (kinematics, equilibrium and constitutive) of beams, shells and solids. |
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 10 | |
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| Assessment Weeks | 32 | Feedback Weeks | 33 | |
| Feedback |
A report is to be submitted as part of this course - max 15 pages which can include photos/graphs etc. Practical work and problem solving relating to the numerical solution of the heat equation using Matlab. Release of worked solutions and annotated submissions for individual students. An in person feedback opportunity will be available. |
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| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
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| Conceptual | Analyse | Effectively use the FEM for the advanced analysis of engineering structures |
| Conceptual | Apply | Demonstrate improved problem-solving skills |
| Conceptual | Evaluate | The basis and limitations of the finite element method for linear problems Static linear analysis of space frames Dynamic linear analysis of space frames |
There are no assessments for this course.
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 100 | |
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| Assessment Weeks | Feedback Weeks | |||
| Feedback |
Retake/resubmit failed element(s) of summative assessment with grade for passed element(s) carried forward from 1st attempt. |
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| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
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| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
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| Conceptual | Understand | The fundamental equations of mechanics of solids (kinematics, equilibrium and constitutive) of beams, shells and solids. |
| Conceptual | Evaluate | The basis and limitations of the finite element method for linear problems Static linear analysis of space frames Dynamic linear analysis of space frames |
| Conceptual | Analyse | Effectively use the FEM for the advanced analysis of engineering structures |
| Conceptual | Apply | Demonstrate improved problem-solving skills |
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