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Course Catalog 1999/2000


Civil and Mining Engineering

ABB009 Introduction to FEM 6.0 ECTS credits

TIMEPERIOD:
QIII

LANGUAGE:English

EXAMINER
Marek Klisinski Prof


PREREQUISITES
ABB007 Calculus, differential equations. Matrix algebra. Basic knowledge of strength of materials and structural mechanics, displacement method and energy principles.

COURSE AIM
To give basic understanding of the finite element method. To show how the method can be applied to some engineering problems.


CONTENTS
Derivation of the basic mathematical relations.
Heat flow and elasticity problems, especially for beams and plates, are studied in detail.
Assignment: Two assignments and 4-5 hand in exercises are part of the course

TEACHING
The teaching consists of lectures, exercises and assignments. Assignments are compulsory.




EXAMINATION
Computer aided written examination at the end of the course. Assignments.
COURSE GRADE SCALE: 3, 4, 5

ITEMS/CREDITS

Project work 1.50ECTS
Written exam 4.50ECTS

COURSE LITERATURE
Ottosen, Petersson; Introduction to the Finite Element Method, Prentice Hall

REMARKS
Further information:
www.ce.luth.se/abb/kurser/ABB009.html


Further information: International Office

Valid for the academic year 1999/2000.

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