Finite Element Methods
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IRTS1202 |
| Type: | Optional obligatory / Professional Studies |
| Curriculum: | I-RT 2013V |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Credits: | 3 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Hahtokari, Tapani |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | I-RT-4N, I-RT-4V | 2013-09-02 – 2013-12-21 | Tapani Hahtokari | Finnish | 2013-08-16 – 2013-09-13 |
| 2 | I-RT-4N | 2014-09-01 – 2014-12-20 | Tapani Hahtokari | Finnish | 2014-08-15 – 2014-09-14 |
| 3 | I-RT-4N | 2015-10-26 – 2016-03-12 | Jari Lehtiö | Finnish | 2015-08-14 – 2015-10-30 |
| 4 | I-RT-4N | 2016-10-31 – 2017-03-04 | Jari Lehtiö | Finnish | 2016-08-22 – 2016-09-19 |
| 5 | I-RT-4V | 2017-01-09 – 2017-04-30 | Jari Lehtiö | Finnish | 2016-12-12 – 2017-01-16 |
| 6 | I-RT-4N | 2017-10-23 – 2017-12-22 | Jari Lehtiö | Finnish | 2017-10-22 – 2017-10-30 |
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Learning Outcomes
The student understands the significance of degree of freedom in displacements when designing various structures and is able to analyse structures using finite element methods. The student is able to use software based on FEM calculation.
Student's Workload
Total work load of the course: 80 h
- of which scheduled studies: 40 h
- of which autonomous studies: 40 h
The assessment of student’s own learning 1 h is included in contact lessons.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Isostatic Structures, Strenght of Materials, Hyperstatic Structures
Contents
General displacement method of rod structures: matrix methods, for truss frame and grid structures. Use of finite element methods in plate and slab structures. Computer applications.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Hahtokari, T. Elementtimenetelmät, teaching handout,
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures 30h, exercises 20h and a project on FEM analysis 30h
Assessment Criteria
Grade 1: The student will accumulate one third of the maximum score in exams and the student will complete the assignments with grade 1.
Grade 3: The student will accumulate two thirds of maximum score in the exams and will complete the assignment with grade 3.
Grade 5: The student will accumulate the maximum score in the exam and completes the assignments with grade 5.
Assessment Methods
Project work and exam. Numerical assessment
Written exam 60%
Prorect work 40%