CE647
Core Information
Course CEE 716/816 Finite Element Method I
Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits
Spring Semester, ODU Campus
Session Spring Session #1
Instructor Dr. Duc T. Nguyen, Professor, CEE, KH 130-C
Phone (757) 683-3761
Fax (757) 683-5354
e-mail <nguyen@cee.odu.edu>
Office Hours see posting on KH Room 130-C

Textbook and References
   

Required Textbook:

See Textbook information

References:

None.

Grading Policy
   

Homeworks and/or Tests/Projects will be given
Attendance Policy

Attendance is not required but is strongly recommended since absences can have a negative effect on the student's learning and performance. Also, a student must be present for all quizzes, tests, and examinations.

Honor Code

All homework, quizzes, and exams that are turned in for credit should contain either the honor code pledge written out completely, or the words "Honor Pledge" written next to your signature. Collaboration with others is permissible on homework assignments only.



Tentative Course Outline
 

CEE 716/816 Finite Element Method I
Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits
ODU Campus
Spring Session

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  Topics Reference

[1]

(1) Introduction

Chapter 1 (C)

[2]

(2) One Dimensional Linear Element

Chapter 2 (C)

[3]

A Finite Element Example

Chapter 3 (C)

[4]

Element Matrices: Galerkin Formulation

Chapter 4 (C)

[5]

Two Dimensional Elements

Chapter 5 (C)

[6]

Coordinate Systems Test/Project 1 (30%)

Chapter 6 (C)

[7]

Two Dimensional Field Equation

Chapter 7 (C)

[8]

Torsion of Noncircular Section

Chapter 8 (C)

[9]

Derivative Boundary Conditions: Point Source/Sink

Chapter 9 (C)

[10]

Irrotational Flow

Chapter 10 (C)

[11

Heat Conduction/Convection

Chapter 11 (C)

[12]

Acoustical Vibration

Chapter 12 (C)

[13]

Computer Program For 2-D Field Problems
Test/Project 2 (30%)


[14]

Truss Elements

Instructor's Notes

[15]

Beam and Frame Elements

Instructor's Notes

[16]

Efficient Simultaneous Equations Solver

Instructor's book (D)

[17]

Time Dependent Field Problems: Theoretical Considerations

Instructor's Notes or Chapter 14 (C)

[18]

Time Dependent Field Problems: Practical Considerations

Instructor's Notes or Chapter 15 (C)


NOTES:
FINAL EXAM or PROJECT TOPICS, selected by students (40%)