MDE4303 L T P C

FINITE ELEMENT METHOD

Version X.X Date of Approval: 3 0 0 3
Pre-requisites/Exposure Applied Numerical Methods
Co-requisites Nil

Catalog Description

In this course, the concepts of finite element method and solutions to structural, heat transfer and
fluid flow problems are discussed in details. To master this course, students should have a
background in basic knowledge of applied numerical methods.
Course Objectives

The objective of this course is to

1. Equip the students with the concepts of theory and characteristics of finite elements
methods.

2. Provide an overview to learn and apply finite element solutions to structural, heat transfer
and fluid flow problems.

Course Outcomes

On completion of this course, the students will be able to

CO1. Describe history, applications and comparison of FEM with other methods.

CO2. List and explain the methods to solve the boundary value problems and partial differential
equations.

CO3. State and explain various finite element techniques to carry out finite element solution.

CO4. Explain and apply application of FEM to solid and structural mechanics problems.

CO5. Demonstrate and analyze application of FEM to heat transfer and fluid flow problems.
 Numb
Blooms
Modules er of
level*
hours

MODULE 1:

Introduction to Finite Element Method: L2 6

Basic Concept, Historical background, Engineering applications, general
description Comparison with other methods
MODULE 2:

Integral Formulations And Variation Methods: L1 and

6
Need for weighted-integral forms, relevant mathematical concepts and L2
formulae, weak formulation of boundary value problems, variation
methods, Rayleigh-Ritz method, and weighted residual approach.
MODULE 3:

Finité Elément Techniques:

Model boundary value problem, finite element discretization, element
shapes, sizes and node locations, interpolation functions, derivation of 8
L1 and
element equations, connectivity, boundary conditions, FEM solution,
post-processing, compatibility and completeness requirements, L2
convergence criteria, higher order and isoparametric elements, natural
coordinates, Langrange and Hermit polynomials.

MODULE 4:

Applications To Solid and Structural Mechanics Problems:

External and internal equilibrium equations, one-dimensional stress- L2 and

8
strain relations, plane stress and strain problems, axis-symmetric and L3
three dimensional stress-strain problems, strain displacement relations,
boundary conditions, compatibility equations, Analysis of trusses and
frames

MODULE 5:

Applications To Heat Transfer and Fluid flow Problems:

Applications in heat transfer: Finite element solution of one-dimensional,
two-dimensional and three-dimensional steady state heat conduction L3 and
problems by using Galerkin approach. 8
L4
Applications in fluid mechanics: Finite element solution of
incompressible and compressible fluid film lubrication problems by using
Galerkin approach.

*Bloom’s Level:
L1-Knowledge; L2-Comprehension; L3-Application; L4:Analysis; L5:Synthesis, L6:Evaluation

Text Books

1. The Finite Element Method by Zienkiewicz, Tata McGraw Hill

 2. The Finite Element Method for Engineers by Huebner, John Wiley
3. An Introduction to the Finite Element Method by J.N.Reddy, McGraw Hill
4. The Finite Element Method in Engineering by S.S. Rao, Pergamum Press

Modes of Evaluation: Quiz/Assignment/ Seminar/Written Examination

Examination Scheme:

Components A CT S/V/Q HA EE

Weightage (%) 5 10 8 7 70

CT: Class Test, HA: Home Assignment, S/V/Q: Seminar/Viva/Quiz, EE: End Semester Examination; Att: Attendance

CO, PO and PSO mapping

PO PO PO PSO PSO PSO PSO

PO 1 PO 2 PO 3 PO 4 PO 5 PO 6 PO 7 PO 8 PO 9
10 11 12 1 2 3 4

CO1 1 2 3 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 1 2 - --

CO2 1 2 2 3 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 1 2 - --

CO3 2 1 1 3 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 2 1 3 --

CO4 2 1 1 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 1 2 - --

CO5 2 1 1 3 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 1 2 - --

1: strongly related, 2: moderately related and 3: weakly related