Learning outcome

After successfully completing the course, the candidate will have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence.

Knowledge

The candidate:

• Is familiar with the basic theory and principles of FEM / FEA,
• Knows the common element types
• Can define the boundary conditions for analyzed construction
• Can define loads on analyzed structure or structural parts
• Can define models for mechanical structures which are to be analyzed
• Can obtain information from the current charts and tables on the subject
• Can use Solid Works - Simulation to perform stress analysis and other types of field analysis

Skills

The candidate:

• Can perform stress - strain of static external loads
• Can perform stress - strain analysis of dynamic external loads (linear and non-linear analysis)
• Can perform stress - strain analysis on the basis of temperature changes
• Can perform heat transfer analysis on specific structures,
• Is able to see the link between stress, tension and deformation
• Can design engineering structures and structural elements
• Can consider in a critical way technical constructions and structural elements

General competence

The candidate:

• Has knowledge of the relevant subject literature on FEM and FEA
• Can carry out assessment of the calculation results for the design of engineering structures and structural elements from computer programs
• Has knowledge and understanding of advanced design and strength calculations
• Has a basis for further development in the application of FEM and cooperation in a multidisciplinary context

Course Description

The course provides an introduction to the use of the element method. FEM Terminology and theory is also described. Dividing a structure into elements, describing an element’s properties, then system properties. Defining stiffness matrix, tensions and strains, and determining the load situation and boundary conditions. Solution of equations by matrix calculation, and finally evaluating the results. Criteria for the design of machine parts and structures according to the Norwegian Standard - Euro Norm EN 1993. The element method is investigated both using manually calculated exercises and exercises with PC.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lectures, manual and computer exercises and self-study.

Assessment Methods

The final course grade is based on:

Final assessment (which must be passed to pass the course) 70%

Continuous assessment (assignments) 30%

To take the exam, at least, 80% of the exercises have been completed and approved.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean