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MECH 546 — Finite Element Methods in Solid Mechanics

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.

  • Rating: 3.00 out of 5 from 76 student reviews
  • Difficulty: 4.00 out of 5
  • Credits: 3
  • Faculty: Faculty of Engineering
  • Department: Mechanical Engineering
  • Prerequisites: MECH 315 or MECH 419, and MECH 321, or instructor's permission.