MMÜ626 - ADVANCED APPLICATIONS of FINITE ELEMENT METHOD
| Course Name | Code | Semester | Theory (hours/week) |
Application (hours/week) |
Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADVANCED APPLICATIONS of FINITE ELEMENT METHOD | MMÜ626 | Any Semester/Year | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| Prequisites | None | |||||
| Course language | English | |||||
| Course type | Elective | |||||
| Mode of Delivery | Face-to-Face | |||||
| Learning and teaching strategies | Lecture Discussion Drill and Practice | |||||
| Instructor (s) | Departmental Faculty | |||||
| Course objective | The aim of this course is to teach students basic subjects used in deriving nonlinear finite element equations and ANSYS software usage for solving nonlinear engineering problems. These subjects include Galerkin method and application of this method to 1D, 2D, 3D partial differential equations and nonlinear heat transfer, nonlinear structural problems like plasticity problems and creep problems. | |||||
| Learning outcomes |
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| Course Content | Galerkin method (1D), Boundary conditions and interpolating functions, Galerkin method (2D-3D), Application of Galerkin Method to nonlinear steady state and transient heat transfer problems, Principle of Virtual work, Application of Principle of Virtual work to nonlinear structural problems. | |||||
| References | O. C. Zienkiewicz, R. L. Taylos (2000). The Finite Element Method, 5.th edition, The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. | |||||
Course outline weekly
| Weeks | Topics |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Galerkin method in nonlinear 1D partial differential equations. |
| Week 2 | Galerkin method in nonlinear 2D partial differential equations. |
| Week 3 | Galerkin method in nonlinear 3D partial differential equations. |
| Week 4 | Continuity requirements and interpolating functions. |
| Week 5 | 1D elements. |
| Week 6 | Higher order 1D elements. |
| Week 7 | Element coefficient matrix. |
| Week 8 | Midterm exam. |
| Week 9 | Finite element method in nonlinear 2D and 3D problems. |
| Week 10 | Symmetry conditions. |
| Week 11 | Quadrilateral elements. |
| Week 12 | Triangular elements. |
| Week 13 | Midterm exam. |
| Week 14 | Finite element method in nonlinear structural problems and ANSYS application. |
| Week 15 | Finite element method in nonlinear steady state and transient heat transfer problems and ANSYS application. |
| Week 16 | Final exam. |
Assesment methods
| Course activities | Number | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 |
| Application | 0 | 0 |
| Field activities | 0 | 0 |
| Specific practical training | 0 | 0 |
| Assignments | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 |
| Seminar | 0 | 0 |
| Midterms | 2 | 60 |
| Final exam | 1 | 40 |
| Total | 100 | |
| Percentage of semester activities contributing grade succes | 2 | 60 |
| Percentage of final exam contributing grade succes | 1 | 40 |
| Total | 100 | |
WORKLOAD AND ECTS CALCULATION
| Activities | Number | Duration (hour) | Total Work Load |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Duration (x14) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Application | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Specific practical training | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Field activities | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect) | 12 | 13 | 156 |
| Presentation / Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework assignment | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Midterms (Study duration) | 2 | 10 | 20 |
| Final Exam (Study duration) | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Total Workload | 29 | 46 | 238 |
Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes
| D.9. Key Learning Outcomes | Contrubition level* | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |
| 1. Obtain advanced level theoretical and applied knowledge by gaining expertise in different areas of Mechanical Engineering. | X | ||||
| 2. Have knowledge, skills and and competence to develop novel approaches in science and technology. | X | ||||
| 3. Use the tools of the basic and engineering sciences in the solution of complex engineering problems. | X | ||||
| 4. Contribute to the science and technology literature by publishing results of their academic work. | X | ||||
| 5. Carry out a comprehensive research study that results in a new scientific method or leads to a technological product/process, that brings innovation to science/technology, or is an application of a known methodology into a new field. | X | ||||
| 6. Are able to carry out an advanced level research work in his/her field independently. | X | ||||
| 7. Take the responsibility and develop new strategical approaches for solving unforeseen complicated problems in engineering. | X | ||||
| 8. Are able to show leadership when faced with problems related to mechanical engineering. | |||||
| 9. Are aware of the life-long learning philosophy and its opportunities in effective monitoring of current developments in Mechanical Engineering. | |||||
| 10. Can present his/her ideas and works in written and oral forms effectively; in Turkish or English. | |||||
| 11. Follows and interprets scientific literature and uses them efficiently for the solution of engineering problems. | |||||
| 12. Use the information and communication technologies at the advanced level as required by the area of specialization and work. | X | ||||
| 13. Are aware of his/her social responsibilities, evaluates scientific and technological developments with impartiality and ethical responsibility. | |||||
| 14. Uses the information which he/she absorbs from his/her field, the problem solving and practical skills in interdiciplinary studies. | |||||
*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest