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| GERE0003-4 | Theory of structural calculations, 2nd part
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| Duration : | 24h Th |
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| Lecturer : | Pierre Latteur |
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Language(s) of instruction :
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| French language |
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Course contents :
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| This course is destined to the learning of the theory of the finite elements. It is composed, on one hand, of ex-cathedra courses and, on the other hand, of a group project. The project consists in programming a calculation software related to hyperstatic trusses or beams. |
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Learning outcomes of the course :
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| The course's aim is mostly to teach the finite elements principles to the students.
After completing this course the student is expected to be able to :
- Use finite elements commercial softwares in the field of structural engineering with a critical mind
- Understand and use the finite elements theory
- Program himself in visual basic with a good knowledge of algorithmic, object oriented programming and graphics |
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Prerequisites and co-requisites/ Recommended optional programme components :
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| INGE0001 : Strenght of materials and elasticity
GERE0003-2 : Stability of constructions |
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Planned learning activities and teaching methods :
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| The Professor will take the needed hours:
- To explain the basics of the finite elements methods
- To illustrate the courses with the use of one or several existing commercial softwares
- To remind the basics of programming with Visual Basic
- To supervise the student's work at each step of their project
The rest is planed for the student's own group work. |
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Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :
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| Lectures : 6h
Practical Works : 18h |
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Recommended or required readings :
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| "Calculer une structure, de la théorie à l'exemple", Editions Aademia Buylant, Louvain-la-Neuve, ISBN 2-87209-843-7, Pierre Latteur, 488 pages. (http://www.issd.be/Lelivre.php) |
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Assessment methods and criteria :
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| Group report and public presentation of the project. |
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Contacts :
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| Professor Pierre Latteur
pierre.latteur@ulg.ac.be |
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