SE2870 Fem for Nonlinear Problems in Solid Mechanics 7.0 credits
The course provides a systematic approach to solving non-linear problems in structural and solid mechanics using finite element technology. The non-linear problems contain instability, contacts, constitutive behaviours, etc.
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Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
The course provides a systematic approach to solving problems in structural mechanics by discussing non-linear solid mechanics, variational principles, FE technology, solving sets of non-linear equations, constitutive modeling, and analyzing instabilities. Theoretical concepts are linked to numerical methods, towards solving problems in structural mechanics.
Intended learning outcomes
After the course, the participants should be able to
- Demonstrate a theoretical understanding of non-linear continuum mechanics (KF2)
- Solve a particular problem by application of appropriate solution methods and algorithms (KF2)
- Describe the purpose, function, implication and limitation of modeling (KF2)
- Combine and integrate different solution strategies to address more challenging problems (FF4)
- Demonstrate a practical understanding in applying the FE method as demonstrated by solving typical structural problems (FF4)
- Present, analyze and explain derived results in a clear and causal way
Course disposition
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
English B / English 6
Basic course in Solid mechanics, SE1010, SE1020, SE1055 or the equivalent
Basic course on FEM, SE1025 or the equivalent
Recommended prerequisites
SE1010, SE1020 or SE1055 Solid mechanics basic course,
SE1025 FEM for engineering applications,
SE2126 Materialmechanics and
SE2132 Applied elasticity with FEM
SE2860 FEM modelling
Equipment
Literature
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- HEM1 - Home assignments, 4.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 3.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
The examiner, in consultation with the KTH Disability Coordinator (Funka), decides on any adapted examination for students with documented permanent impairment. The examiner may grant another examination form for reexamination of single students.
Other requirements for final grade
Approved home assignments and examination.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
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