CE 307 - Finite Element Analysis

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Vanderbilt University

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Discrete modeling of problems of the continua. Mathematical basis of finite element method-weighted residual and variational concepts. Finite element formulations-displacement, force, and mixed methods. One-D problems of the continua and finite element solution-Co and C1 elements, eigenvalue and transient problems. Error checks and control. Mapping, shape functions, numerical quadrature, and solution of equations. Finite element formulation of two-dimensional problems (single- and multi-field), mapping and shape functions, triangular and quad elements with straight or curved boundaries. Application problems in 1-D, 2-D and 3-D. Three-D elements, singular problems, and elements of buckling and nonlinear problems. Error estimation and quality control. Computer implementation. Commercial packages. Prerequisite: MATH 194 and MATH 226 or equivalent, or consent of instructor. FALL.

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3.00

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Institution Website:

www.vanderbilt.edu

Phone Number:

(615) 322-7311

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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