After successful completion of the course, students are able to...
… explain the general procedure for a FEM analysis... derive the weak form of partial differential equations relevant in engineering
... explain the term "discretization"
... describe and employ different types of interpolation functions
... assemble the system matrix
...recognize and describe different types of finite element meshes
... explain the isoparametric principal
The participants will be guided towards independently discretizing and solving a given partial differential equation. In particular, topics such as choice of basis functions, boundary conditions, and solution methods are essential to the course. The mathematical foundation is touched upon. The lecture is oriented towards partial differential equations relevant in engineering (e.g., solid mechanics or fluid mechanics). Common mistakes when using numerical methods are discussed.
Online lecture with power point presentation, derivation of equations, explaining sketches and figures; discussion of case studies
This course will be delivered in German language!
Lecture Notes (in German language) can be downloaded by students, who have been subscibed this course in TISS, by registering in group SK.
The exam is in written format and at least half of the obtainable points are required to pass. If cheating is suspected with regard to a candidate during the examination, we additionally reserve the right to use further means, such as follow-up questions to check the plausibility of answers, after the examination.
All exams are in German language only.
K.-J. Bathe: Finite Elemente Methoden, Springer Verlag, 1986;
Zienkiewicz, Taylor: The Finite Element Method, Fourth Edition, Mc Graw Hill, 1989; T.J.R.
Hughes: The Finite Element Method, Prentice Hall, 1987
Knowledge in mechanics and linear algebra
