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Study programmes 2010-2011Last update : 11/04/2011
MECA0036-1  Finite Element Method
Duration :  30h Th, 30h Pr
Credits/ECTS :  
Bachelor in engineering sciences, civil engineer orientation (Bachelor in engineering sciences, civil engineer orientation), 3rd yearToute l'année5
Master in Aerospatial Engineering, in-depth approach, 1st yearToute l'année5
Master in Mechanical Engineering, in-depth approach, 1st yearToute l'année5
Master in Engineering Physics, in-depth approach, 1st yearSecond semester5
Master in Engineering Physics, in-depth approach, 2nd yearSecond semester5
Master in Aerospace Engineering, Professional Focus (Management), 1st yearToute l'année5
Master ingénieur civil mécanicien, à finalité spécialisée en technologies durables en automobiles, 1st yearToute l'année5
Master in Mechanical Engineering, specialized approach, 1st yearToute l'année5
Master in Engineering Physics, specialized approach, 1st yearSecond semester5
Master in Engineering Physics, specialized approach, 2nd yearSecond semester5
Holder(s) :  Jean‑Philippe Ponthot
Language :  French language
Course contents :  The goal of this course is to learn develop both theoretical concepts as well as practical use of the method. Starting from the mechanical behavior of simple structures like pin jointed structures; fundamental concepts of the structural analysis are introduced. Subsequently, it is shown how the general elastic equations established in continuum mechanics can be discretized and how it is possible to obtain an approximate solution for these equations.
Course objective :  Being able to

  • Understand the fundamental theory of the finite elements
  • Develop skills to model the behavior of elastic structures
  • Use a commercial finite element software for structural analysis
Prerequisites :  Mechanics of materials.
Workshops :  Exercises + personal project
Organization :  2nd quadrimester.
Written notes :  English version of the slides available via WebCT.
Assessment :  Theory : written exam (40%)
Exercises : written exam (30%)
Personal project (30%)
Contacts :  JP Ponthot
JP.Ponthot@ulg.ac.be

R. Koeune
r.koeune@ulg.ac.be


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