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Matrix Structural Analysis and Introduction to Finite-Element Methods

CEE 361/MAE 325/MSE 331

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This course presents the Matrix Structural Analysis (MSA) and Finite Element Methods (FEM) in a cohesive framework. The first half of the semester is devoted to MSA topics: derivation of truss, beam and frame elements; assembly and partitioning of the global stiffness matrix; and equivalent nodal loads. The second half covers the following FEM topics: strong and weak forms of boundary value problems including steady-state heat conduction, and linear elasticity, Galerkin approximations, constant strain triangle, isoparametric quads. Modern topics, such as polygonal elements, will be introduced. MATLAB is used for computer assignments.
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Section L01

Section P01

  • Type: Precept
  • Section: P01
  • Status: C
  • Enrollment: 0
  • Capacity: 0
  • Class Number: 42920
  • Schedule: T 07:30 PM-10:20 PM