MECH 546. Finite Element Methods in Solid Mechanics.
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MECH 546
Finite Element Methods in Solid Mechanics.
Credits: 3
Offered by: Mechanical Engineering (Faculty of Engineering)
This course is not offered this catalogue year.
Description
Discrete systems; variational formulation and approximation for continuous systems; direct and variational methods of element formulation in 1- 2- and 3 dimensions; formulation of isoparametric finite elements; plate and shell elements; finite element method for static analysis, vibration analysis and structural dynamics; introduction to nonlinear problems.
- (3-0-6)
- Prerequisites: MECH 315 or MECH 419, and MECH 321, or instructor's permission.
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken MECH 645.
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