49047 Finite Element Analysis
6cp; 3hpw; availability: all coursesRequisite(s): 120 credit points of completed study in C10061 Bachelor of Engineering Diploma in Engineering Practice OR 120 credit points of completed study in C10066 Bachelor of Engineering Science OR 120 credit points of completed study in C10067 Bachelor of Engineering
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses.
There are also course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.
Postgraduate
Subject coordinator: Dr A Saleh
The Finite Element Method (FEM) is a computer-based analysis tool used primarily in the field of structural mechanics to solve stress and vibration problems. Other non-structural mechanics applications include heat problems, diffusion of pollutants, fluid flow in porous medium, electrostatics and electromagnetics. This subject extends understanding of Finite Element analysis techniques and their application to problems in engineering, particularly in solid and structural mechanics, and develops problem formulation and modelling skills in FEM. Topics include: a review of matrix analysis methods; the derivation of element stiffness for plane elasticity and force matrices; and Finite Element modelling techniques, limitations, errors and solution accuracy of the method. The subject is also oriented toward users of the FEM and requires the use of general purpose Finite Element programs in assignments and project work.
Typical availability
Spring semester, City campus
This subject is offered in odd years only; it will next be offered in 2009.
For detailed information, see the full subject description at:
http://www.eng.uts.edu.au/Current_Students/postgraduate/subject_desc/49047.htm
Fee information
2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $926.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.
2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,650.00
Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.
Subject EFTSL: 0.125Access conditions
Note: The requisite information presented in this subject description covers only academic requisites. Full details of all enforced rules, covering both academic and admission requisites, are available at Access conditions and My Student Admin.
