MABY4100 Finite Element Method in Structural Analysis Course description

BYGG1001 Geoteknikk og tilsværende

After completing the course, students will acquired the learning outcomes defined in knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The student has

• in-depth knowledge of what a corporate governance problem is and how it can be discovered and handled.;
• an overview of the main theoretical and empirical evidence concerning corporate governance issues.

Skills

The student is capable of

• applying relevant techniques, statistical methods and data sources in different investigations as an integrated part of theoretical and empirical discussions
• analyzing a company's corporate governance guideline and proxy statements;and;writing a basic corporate governance analysis report.

Competence

The student is able to;

• reflect on the financial and ethical implications of corporate decisions.
• critically appraise and apply corporate governance principles and best practices in risk management for an organization.

No formal requirements over and above the admission requirements.

After completing the course, the student is expected to have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge:

The student:

• has in-depth knowledge of the theoretical basis of the finite element method
• has in-depth knowledge of matrices and load vectors
• has advanced knowledge of numerical integration methods and convergence criteria
• has advanced knowledge of the formulation of element types for the modelling of beams, discs, plates, shells and massive (three-dimensional) structures for linear static structural analysis.

Skills:

The student:

• is capable of calculating stiffness matrices and load vectors for elements, understanding stiffness relationships for a structure and assembling the stiffness matrix of a structure based on the stiffness matrices of the individual elements
• is capable of using FEM software to perform linear static analyses of simple structural systems.

General competence:

The student:

• is familiar with the basis for the finite element method for solving structural problems
• understands the need for and use of the finite element method as an analysis and dimensioning tool
• is familiar with the calculation process involved in the finite element method, and its limitations
• is capable of evaluating the results of finite element method calculations.

The teaching will consist of lectures, voluntary and compulsory exercises building on the theory being taught, and a compulsory individual assignment (project).

None

Type of assessment:  

1) Individual written exam under supervision (three hours), weighted 65 %

2) Project report (individual work for every student), weighted 35

All assessment parts must be awarded a pass grade (E or better) in order for the student to pass the course. 

Assessment parts: 1) and 2) may be appealed.

All printed and written aids and a calculator that cannot be used to communicate with others.

Grade scale A-F. 

One internal examiner.

External examiners are used regularly.

None.