Finite Element Method 2Laajuus (3 ECTS)

Objective

The student masters the basics of the finite element method and can perform various analyses using commercial finite element software.

Content

1. Triangular element
2. Isaoparametric elements
3. Numerical integration
4. Symmetry, constraint equation
5. Element types
6. Analysis types
7. Use of commercial finite element software.

Qualifications

Statics 1, Statics 2, Strength of Materials 1, Strength of Materials 2, Strength of Materials 4

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

1. The student is able to compute quantities of isoparametric elements according to examples.
2. The student is able to apply numerical integration according to examples.
3. The student knows different boundary conditions.
4. The student is able to perform FE analyses with commercial software according to examples.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

1. The student is able to compute quantities of isoparametric elements.
2. The student is able to apply numerical integration.
3. The student can apply different boundary conditions and constraints.
4. The student is able to perform different FE analyses with commercial software.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

1. The student can choose the appropriate analysis type, element types, boundary conditions and constraints for the problem.
2. The student understands the theory of isoparametric elements and is able to apply his/her knowledge, interpret the results and their validity.
3. The student is able to apply numerical integration to computing FE quantities.
4. The student can apply different boundary conditions and constraints.
5. The student is able to independently perform different FE analyses with commercial software.