Basics of FEM (4cr)

Objective

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.

Content

? 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

Qualifications

Statics, Strength of Materials, Vectors and Matrices.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

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

Materials

Lecturer's material.

Teaching methods

Lectures, calculation exercises and homework.