BME 736 - ADVANCED FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS

3credit hour(s)

Description Variational and weighted residual approach to finite element equations. Emphasis on two- and three-dimensional problems in solid mechanics. Isoparametric element formulations, higher order elements, numerical integration, imposition of constraints, convergence, and other more advanced topics. Introduction to geometric and material nonlinearities. Introduction to the solution of dynamic problems and time integration. Use of finite element computer programs.

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