? Credit Points : 10  ? SCQF Level : 11  ? Acronym : EEL-5-CVS23

The finite element method is an indispensable tool for engineers in all disciplines. This course introduces students to the fundamental theory of the finite element method as a general tool for a variety of engineering problems. The application of the method to elastic structural engineering problems is then developed from the fundamentals. The specific type of problems discussed include axial bars, 3D solids, Euler-Bernoulli and Timoshenko beams, plate element formulations based on Kirchoff and Mindlin-Riessner theories.

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Home subject area

Civil, (School of Engineering and Electronics, Schedule M)

? Normal year taken : 5th year

? Delivery Period : Not being delivered

? Contact Teaching Time : 3 hour(s) per week for 10 weeks

By the end of the course, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to use the finite element method to produce a reliable prediction of displacements and stresses in linear elastic solids and plates, and to demonstrate the ability to make a critical assessment of the calculation.

The assessment will be made on the basis of: Intermittent assessment 50%; Degree examination 50%

The Course Secretary should be the first point of contact for all enquiries.

Course Secretary

Mrs Laura Smith
Tel : (0131 6)50 5690
Email : laura.smith@ed.ac.uk

Course Organiser

Dr Jian-Fei Chen
Tel : (0131 6)50 6768
Email : j.f.chen@ed.ac.uk

School Website : http://www.see.ed.ac.uk/

College Website : http://www.scieng.ed.ac.uk/