Finite Element Method detailed syllabus scheme for Civil Engineering (CV), 2018-19 onwards has been taken from the DBATU official website and presented for the Bachelor of Technology students. For Subject Code, Course Title, Lecutres, Tutorials, Practice, Credits, and other information, do visit full semester subjects post given below.
For 8th Sem Scheme of Civil Engineering (CV), 2018-19 Onwards, do visit CV 8th Sem Scheme, 2018-19 Onwards. For the Elective-VIII scheme of 8th Sem 2018-19 onwards, refer to CV 8th Sem Elective-VIII Scheme 2018-19 Onwards. The detail syllabus for finite element method is as follows.
Finite Element Method Syllabus for Civil Engineering (CV) 4th Year 8th Sem 2018-19 DBATU
Module 1: Introduction to FEM & Approximate Methods(06 Lectures)
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Module 2: One Dimensional FE Analysis(06 Lectures)
Application of FEM to Solve various 1-D problems (Shape Functions for 1-D Elements, Properties of Shape Functions, Lagrange Interpolating Polynomials), C0 Continuity, 1-D FE Analysis (Discretization, Selection of Shape Function, Defining Gradients of Primary Unknowns & Constitutive Equations, Derivation of Element Equations, Assembly & Application of Boundary Conditions, Computation of Primary and Secondary Unknowns), Direct Approach for Assembly, Boundary Conditions (Geometric, Natural), Concept of Sub-Structuring (Static Condensation), Stiffness Matrix for Basic Bar & Beam Element, Representation of Distributed Loading, The Assembly Process within the PMPE Approach, Element Stresses)
Module 3:FE Analysis by Direct Approach(06 Lectures)
C1 Continuity, Formulation of 1-D Beam Element, Classical Beam Theory, Element Equation Formulation (Galerkins Approach, Rayleigh-Ritz Approach), Derivation of Scalar Functional from Differential Equation and Vice Versa, Simple applications to Beams.
Module 4: Two Dimensional FE Analysis(06 Lectures)
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Module 5: Three Dimensional FE Analysis(06 Lectures)
3-D Stress Analysis using FEM, Iso-parametric Formulation, 3-D Brick Element, FEA of Axi-symmetric Solids Subjected to Axi-symmetric and Asymmetric Loads (all contents at introductory level)
Module 6: Computer Implementation of FEM(06 Lectures)
Computer Implementation of FEM, Application of FEM to Time Dependent Problems, Partial FEM, h-version of FEM, p-version of FEM, Adaptive Meshing, Exposure to Hybrid FEM (Mixed/ Hybrid Formulation, Unidirectional Composites), Introduction to softwares, elementary problem solving using freeware
Guidelines for Assignments:
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Guidelines for Class Test:
Class test shall cover syllabus of any threeconsecutiveModules.
Reference Books:
- M. Mukhopdhyay, Concept and Application of Finite Element Analysis, Oxford and IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd.
- O.C.Zienkiewicz&R.L.Taylor, The Finite Element Method Vol.I& II, Tata McGraw Hill
- J.N.Reddy, An introduction to the Finite Element Method , Tata McGraw Hill Pub.
- R. D. Cook, Concept and Application of Finite Element Analysis, John Wiley & sons
- Hutton D.V., Fundamentals of Finite Element Analysis, Tata McGraw Hill Pub.
- C. S. Desai & J. F. Abel, Introduction to the Finite Element Method, CBS Pub.
- C. S .Krishnamoorthy, Programming in the Finite Element Method, Tata McGraw Hill
- T.R.Chandrupatla and Belegundu, Introduction to the Finite Element in Engineering Pearson Education
- Bathe K.J., Finite Element Procedures, PHI learning pvt.ltd
- Y.M.Desai, T.I Eldho, Finite Element Method with application in Engineering, Pearson , Delhi
- S. S. Bhavikatti., Finite Element Analysis, New Age International Publication.
Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of the course the students will be able to:
- Understand the different energy methods in structural analysis and basic concepts of finite element method.
- Analyze 1-D problems related to structural analysis like Bars, Trusses, Beams and Frames using finite element approach.
- Find solution to problems using direct approach methods like Rayleigh – Ritz or Galerkins Method.
- Solve 2-D problems using knowledge of theory of elasticity.
- Students will be able to implement the knowledge of numerical methods in FEM to find the solution to the various problems in statics and dynamics.
- Analyze 1D, 2D, and 3D structures using different software packages based on FEM.
For detail syllabus of all subjects of Civil Engineering (CV) 8th Sem 2018-19 onwards, visit CV 8th Sem Subjects of 2018-19 Onwards.