Course
Finite Element Methods, Advanced Course (MSK540)
This is an advanced course to finite element methods with applications to problems in mechanical and structural engineering.
Dette er emnebeskrivelsen for studieåret 2025-2026
Fakta
Emnekode
MSK540
Vekting (stp)
10
Semester undervisningsstart
Autumn
Undervisningsspråk
English
Antall semestre
1
Vurderingssemester
Autumn
Timeplan
Litteratur
Content
Mathematical foundation, strong and weak formulation of the elasticity problem and general field problems. Shape functions, element and system matrices, mapped elements and numerical integration. Sources of errors, accuracy and adaptive methods. Application in 2 - and 3 dimensional theory of elasticity (plane stress and plane strain, axisymmetric stress analysis, solids, plate bending and shells) as well as heat conduction. Introduction to dynamic problems. Finite element modelling. Use of general purpose finite element software.
Learning outcome
After completing the course the student should have:
- An overall understanding of the finite element method and knowledge of the approaches made and possible sources of error
- Be able to use the method to problems in elasticity theory and structural mechanics, both static and dynamic, and the general field problem such as heat conduction.
- Be able to develop a code in MATLAB / CALFEM for analysis using the finite element method. Have experience using general purpose finite element software
Forkunnskapskrav
Ingen
Anbefalte forkunnskaper
Structural Mechanics 1 (BYG140)
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exam | 1/1 | 4 Hours | Letter grades | Valid calculator |
Written exam with pen and paper.
Vilkår for å gå opp til eksamen/vurdering
Project Work, Tutorials
3 lab works (PC-lab) and 3 written assignments
All 3 lab works and 3 assignments must be approved in order to take the written exam.
Fagperson(er)
Course coordinator:
Ove MikkelsenHead of Department:
Mona Wetrhus MindeCoordinator laboratory exercises:
Adugna Deressa AkessaMethod of work
4 hour lectures and 2 hours tutorials per week.
Overlapping
| Emne | Reduksjon (SP) |
|---|---|
| Finite Element Methods, advanced course (MOM180_1) , Finite Element Methods, Advanced Course (MSK540_1) | 10 |
| Finite Element Methods, Advanced Course (MSK540_1) , Finite Element Methods, Advanced Course Part 1 (MSK545_1) | 5 |
Åpent for
Exchange programme at Faculty of Science and Technology
Emneevaluering
There must be an early dialogue between the course supervisor, the student union representative and the students. The purpose is feedback from the students for changes and adjustments in the course for the current semester.In addition, a digital course evaluation must be carried out at least every three years. Its purpose is to gather the students experiences with the course.
The course description is retrieved from FS (Felles studentsystem). Version 1
