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CIVL 4240 - Finite Element Method

This course introduces the methods upon which finite element software is built. Methods covered include construction of weak forms, discretization of the weak forms, the local/global linkage, construction of element shape functions, element mapping and numerical integration. The course will also cover the application of finite elements methods employing software tools. This will include open-source tools for the efficient implementation of finite elements and commercial software commonly applied in industry.

Prerequisite: MATH 2400  and (MANE 2110 , MANE 2010  , ENGR 2530  or BMED 2540 ) 

When Offered: OFFERED YEARLY

Cross Listed: MANE 4240  . Students cannot obtain credit for both CIVL 4240 and MANE 4240.

Co-Listed: CIVL 6660  . Students cannot obtain credit for both CIVL 4240 and CIVL 6660.

Graded: GRADED

Credit Hours: 3


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