This module introduces the basic concepts of the Finite Element Method (FEM), including derivation of formulations, analysis of the resulting methods and essential aspects of the implementation. The presentation is motivated by linear practical problems (heat transfer, elasticity, etc.) and it is illustrated and complemented with hands-on applications.
The overarching goal of the course is to learn how to solve the Navier-Stokes and Euler equations for engineering problems using computational algorithms and programming. Various numerical solution techniques will be introduced and applied to several course projects.
This course is aimed at the understanding of the basic phenomena that control the interactions between simultaneous motions of fluids and solids. Applications are found in the domains of transport and nuclear engineering, aeronautics and civil engineering, biomechanics and microelectronics, among others.
This is a course in computer-aided design for the advanced CAD user. Students utilize a typical CAD system to design and analyze mechanical systems and other devices. This course aims to teach advanced computer-aided design concepts and equipment designed to develop a general understanding of components of a typical CAD system and its operation.