MENG 465 - Introduction to Finite Element

Institution:

Gonzaga University

Subject:

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Description:

Development of the stiffness matrix method applied to bar and beam elements. The plane problem is discussed and plane elements are presented. The Isoperimetric formulation is introduced. Modeling and accuracy in linear analysis is considered. Utilizes a commercial finite element program in problem solving. Two hour lecture and one hour computer lab each week.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gonzaga.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 328-4220

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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