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Introduction to Computational Mechanics, 6 credits
Introduktion till beräkningsmekanik, 6 hp
TMHL63
Main field of study
Mechanical EngineeringCourse level
First cycleCourse type
Programme courseExaminer
Kjell SimsonssonDirector of studies or equivalent
Peter SchmidtEducation components
Preliminary scheduled hours: 70 hRecommended self-study hours: 90 h
ECV = Elective / Compulsory / Voluntary
Main field of study
Mechanical EngineeringCourse level
First cycleAdvancement level
G2XCourse offered for
- Aeronautical Engineering, Master's Programme
- Mechanical Engineering, Master's Programme
- Mechanical Engineering, M Sc in Engineering
- Design and Product Development
- Industrial Engineering and Management - International, M Sc in Engineering
- Industrial Engineering and Management, M Sc in Engineering
Entry requirements
Note: Admission requirements for non-programme students usually also include admission requirements for the programme and threshold requirements for progression within the programme, or corresponding.
Prerequisites
Linear algebra, multi-variable calculus and basic courses in engineering mechanics, solid mechanics, heat conduction, fluid mechanics and engineering materialsIntended learning outcomes
The course aims at giving the student
- an insight into the use of computational techniques in applied mechanics
- an insight into how technical computations are used in the design process
- a basic theoretical understanding of the completely dominating computational method, namely the Finite Element Method/FEM
- the ability to independently solve not too advanced problems by using a well known commercial FE software
- give an account of how computations are used in the design process
- give an account of the theoretical basis of FEM
- give an account of the inherent structure of an FE program
- give an account of potential sources of error associated with FE analyses
- use a well known FE software to solve not too advanced problems
- give an account of the importance of result evaluation with respect to e.g. material aspects
Course content
- Introduction into the use of computational techniques in applied mechanics
- Stress analysis of 2-dimensional rod structures/trusses (with the direct stiffness method); applications, basic relations, matrix problem formulation, laboratory work
- Linear elastic stress analysis of 2- and 3-dimensional solid bodies; applications, basic relations, FE formulation, laboratory work
- One- and multi-dimensional heat conduction analysis; applications, basic relations, FE formulation, laboratory work
- Orientation regarding other application fields for FEM such as transient dynamics, structural optimisation, material mechanics, fluid mechanics and heat transfer, including laboratory work
- Evaluation of results including material-related questions (standing issue in the course)
Teaching and working methods
Lectures, teaching classes and laboratory work
Examination
| LAB2 | Mandatory assignments | 3 credits | U, G |
| TEN1 | Written examination | 3 credits | U, 3, 4, 5 |
For higher degree than 3 optional laboratory assignments has to be done.
Grades
Four-grade scale, LiU, U, 3, 4, 5Other information
Supplementary courses: Advanced courses in the field of applied mechanics (engineering mechanics, solid mechanics, heat conduction, fluid mechanics and engineering materials).
Department
Institutionen för ekonomisk och industriell utvecklingDirector of Studies or equivalent
Peter SchmidtExaminer
Kjell SimsonssonCourse website and other links
http://www.solid.iei.liu.se/Education/Education components
Preliminary scheduled hours: 70 hRecommended self-study hours: 90 h
Course literature
Fastställs senare| Code | Name | Scope | Grading scale |
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| LAB2 | Mandatory assignments | 3 credits | U, G |
| TEN1 | Written examination | 3 credits | U, 3, 4, 5 |
For higher degree than 3 optional laboratory assignments has to be done.
Regulations (apply to LiU in its entirety)
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LiU’s rule book for education at first-cycle and second-cycle levels is available at http://styrdokument.liu.se/Regelsamling/Innehall/Utbildning_pa_grund-_och_avancerad_niva.
Course literature is preliminary.
Fastställs senare
Note: The course matrix might contain more information in Swedish.
I = Introduce, U = Teach, A = Utilize
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| 1.1 Knowledge of underlying mathematics and science (G1X level) |
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| 1.2 Fundamental engineering knowledge (G1X level) |
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| 1.3 Further knowledge, methods, and tools in one or several subjects in engineering or natural science (G2X level) |
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| 1.4 Advanced knowledge, methods, and tools in one or several subjects in engineering or natural sciences (A1X level) |
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| 1.5 Insight into current research and development work |
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| 2. PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES | ||||||
| 2.1 Analytical reasoning and problem solving |
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| 2.2 Experimentation, investigation, and knowledge discovery |
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| 2.4 Attitudes, thought, and learning |
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| 2.5 Ethics, equity, and other responsibilities |
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| 3.2 Communications |
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| 3.3 Communication in foreign languages |
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| 4. CONCEIVING, DESIGNING, IMPLEMENTING AND OPERATING SYSTEMS IN THE ENTERPRISE, SOCIETAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTEXT | ||||||
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| 4.2 Enterprise and business context |
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| 4.3 Conceiving, system engineering and management |
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| 4.4 Designing |
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| 4.5 Implementing |
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| 4.6 Operating |
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| 5. PLANNING, EXECUTION AND PRESENTATION OF RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS WITH RESPECT TO SCIENTIFIC AND SOCIETAL NEEDS AND REQUIREMENTS | ||||||
| 5.1 Societal conditions, including economic, social, and ecological aspects of sustainable development for knowledge development |
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| 5.2 Economic conditions for knowledge development |
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| 5.3 Identification of needs, structuring and planning of research or development projects |
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| 5.4 Execution of research or development projects |
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| 5.5 Presentation and evaluation of research or development projects |
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