MCH4205 Introduction to Finite Element MethodsBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs POLITICAL SCIENCE AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONSGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
POLITICAL SCIENCE AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Ders Genel Tanıtım Bilgileri

Course Code: MCH4205
Ders İsmi: Introduction to Finite Element Methods
Ders Yarıyılı: Spring
Fall
Ders Kredileri:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 6
Language of instruction: English
Ders Koşulu:
Ders İş Deneyimini Gerektiriyor mu?: No
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. ARMAĞAN FATİH KARAMANLI
Course Lecturer(s):
Course Assistants:

Dersin Amaç ve İçeriği

Course Objectives: The objective of this course is to equip the student with theoretical finite element methods background as well as practical experience. Matrix algebra, truss and beam element formulations, 1D, 2D and 3D element formulations and their analysis procedures will be shown within the theoretical content of that course. Hypermesh, Radioss Linear and Nastran software packages will be introduced.
Course Content: Methods in Computer Aided Engineering; Matrix Algebra Review, Introduction to Hypermesh; FEM Philosophy, Seven Steps of FEM.; Basic Functions in Hypermesh; Linear 1D Element Formulations with Spring Analogy and Assembly Process in 1D.; Hyperworks: Basic Geometric Functions in Hypermesh; 1D Elastostatic and Heat Transfer Problems, Applying Boundary Conditions with Direct and Elimination Methods.; Hyperworks: 1D and 2D Meshing in Hypermesh, Element Types for Different Solvers; Analysis of One-Dimensional Problems.; Hyperworks: 3D Meshing in Hypermesh, Element Types for Different Solvers Assembly Process in 2D for 1D elements. Hyperworks: Geometry Clean Up and Model Checking, Element Quality, Free Edge, Duplicate and Element Normal Checks, Mesh Editing Plane and Space Trusses, Material.;Hyperworks: Property and Component Definitions, Card Types for Different Solvers, Beam elements.
Hyperworks: Midsurface Generations, 2D Static Analysis - Preporcess in Hypermesh for Radioss Linear Solver, and Post Process in Hyperview; 1D Elastostatics, ID and IEN arrays.
Hyperworks: 3D Static Analysis - Preporcess in Hypermesh for Radioss Linear Solver, and Post Process in Hyperview, 3D Static Analysis in Nastran; Local and Global Shape Function Construction for 1D Linear Elements. Hyperworks: Modeling Tricks and Techniques for Assemblies - Point Welds, Welds, Brazing, Bolts; Local and Global Shape Function Construction for 1D Quadratic Elements. Hyperworks: Static Analysis for Assembled Structures 2D Elastostatics. Hyperworks: Introduction to NVH, Modal Analysis with Radioss Linear and Nastran; 2D Elastostatics cont'd, Introduction to 3D Elastostatics. Hyperworks: Frequency Response Analysis with Radioss Linear and Nastran

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Ders Akış Planı

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Methods in Computer Aided Engineering
2) Matrix Algebra Review, Introduction to Hypermesh
3) FEM Philosophy, Seven Steps of FEM. Hyperworks: Basic Functions in Hypermesh
4) Linear 1D Element Formulations with Spring Analogy and Assembly Process in 1D. Hyperworks: Basic Geometric Functions in Hypermesh
5) 1D Elastostatic and Heat Transfer Problems, Applying Boundary Conditions with Direct and Elimination Methods. Hyperworks: 1D and 2D Meshing in Hypermesh, Element Types for Different Solvers
6) Analysis of One-Dimensional Problems. Hyperworks: 3D Meshing in Hypermesh, Element Types for Different Solvers
7) Assembly Process in 2D for 1D elements. Hyperworks: Geometry Clean Up and Model Checking, Element Quality, Free Edge, Duplicate and Element Normal Checks, Mesh Editing
8) Plane and Space Trusses, Material. Hyperworks: Property and Component Definitions, Card Types for Different Solvers
9) Trusses cont'd, Beam elements. Hyperworks: Midsurface Generations, 2D Static Analysis -Preporcess in Hypermesh for Radioss Linear Solver, and Post Process in Hyperview
10) 1D Elastostatics, ID and IEN arrays. Hyperworks: 3D Static Analysis - Preporcess in Hypermesh for Radioss Linear Solver, and Post Process in Hyperview, 3D Static Analysis in Nastran
11) Local and Global Shape Function Construction for 1D Linear Elements. Hyperworks: Modeling Tricks and Techniques for Assemblies - Point Welds, Welds, Brazing, Bolts
12) Local and Global Shape Function Construction for 1D Quadratic Elements. Hyperworks: Static Analysis for Assembled Structures
13) 2D Elastostatics. Hyperworks: Introduction to NVH, Modal Analysis with Radioss Linear and Nastran
14) 2D Elastostatics cont'd, Introduction to 3D Elastostatics. Hyperworks: Frequency Response Analysis with Radioss Linear and Nastran

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Lecture Notes
References: Saeed Moaveni, “Finite Element Analysis, Theory and Application with Ansys”, Pearson International Edition, 3rd Ed., ISBN-10: 0-13-241651-4, ISBN 13: 978-0-13-241651-1.

Robert D. Cook, David S. Malkus, Micheal E. Plesha, Robert J. Witt, “Concepts and Applications of Finite Element Analysis”, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 4th Ed., ISBN 978-0-471-35605-9.

Klaus-Jurgen Bathe, “Finite Element Procedures”, Prentice Hall, ISBN 0-13-301458-4.

Zhangxin Chen, “Finite Element Methods and Their Applications”, Springer, ISBN 3-540-24078-0.

Ders - Program Öğrenme Kazanım İlişkisi

Ders Öğrenme Kazanımları
Program Outcomes
1) Grasp basic theoretical and conceptual knowledge about the field and relations between them at the level of practice.
2) Possess basic knowledge about the causes and effects of political transformations in societies.
3) Possess knowledge about quantitative, qualitative and mixed research methods in social and behavioral sciences.
4) Recognize historical patterns while evaluating contemporary political and social developments.
5) Demonstrate interdisciplinary and critical approach while analyzing, synthesizing and forecasting domestic and foreign policy.
6) Conduct studies in the field professionally, both independently or as a team member.
7) Possess consciousness about lifelong learning based on Research & Development.
8) Communicate with peers both orally and in writing, by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B1 General Level and the necessary informatics and communication technologies.
9) Apply field-related knowledge and competences into career advancement, projects for sustainable development goals, and social responsibility initiatives.
10) Possess the habit to monitor domestic and foreign policy agenda as well as international developments.
11) Possess competence to interpret the new political actors, theories and concepts in a global era.
12) Evaluate the legal and ethical implications of advanced technologies on politics.

Ders - Öğrenme Kazanımı İlişkisi

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Grasp basic theoretical and conceptual knowledge about the field and relations between them at the level of practice.
2) Possess basic knowledge about the causes and effects of political transformations in societies.
3) Possess knowledge about quantitative, qualitative and mixed research methods in social and behavioral sciences.
4) Recognize historical patterns while evaluating contemporary political and social developments.
5) Demonstrate interdisciplinary and critical approach while analyzing, synthesizing and forecasting domestic and foreign policy.
6) Conduct studies in the field professionally, both independently or as a team member.
7) Possess consciousness about lifelong learning based on Research & Development.
8) Communicate with peers both orally and in writing, by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B1 General Level and the necessary informatics and communication technologies.
9) Apply field-related knowledge and competences into career advancement, projects for sustainable development goals, and social responsibility initiatives.
10) Possess the habit to monitor domestic and foreign policy agenda as well as international developments.
11) Possess competence to interpret the new political actors, theories and concepts in a global era.
12) Evaluate the legal and ethical implications of advanced technologies on politics.

Öğrenme Etkinliği ve Öğretme Yöntemleri

Ölçme ve Değerlendirme Yöntemleri ve Kriterleri

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 0
Homework Assignments 5 % 10
Project 1 % 50
Total % 60
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK %
Total % 60

İş Yükü ve AKTS Kredisi Hesaplaması

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 2 28
Laboratory 14 2 28
Study Hours Out of Class 14 4 56
Project 1 10 10
Homework Assignments 5 4 20
Total Workload 142