Aim:
Complete knowledge of finite element method, how it works? How can you apply it to solve structural engineering problems.
 
Course Duration:
12 Week Course
 
Learning Outcomes :
By the end of the course, you should be able to learn and apply:
Introduction to Structural and numerical methods in FEM.
Stiffness Method
Plane Trusses
Interpolation and shape functions
Numerical Integration
Co-ordinate Transformation
Approximate solution and virtual work
Stiffness matrix and consistent load vector without matrices.
Simplicity through matrices
Element Calculation
Non conforming elements and their tests
Plane stress and solid element families  and other elements
General recommendations in FE modelling
Truss and frame structures
Plates and shell structures
Plate stress structures
Solid 3D Structures
Static non-linear FE modelling
Geometry non-linear FE modelling
Dynamic FE modelling
FE modelling in Seismic design
FE modelling of extreme loads
 
Speaker : 
He has combined engineering career in building design and bridge design. He is post graduated from University of Surrey (UK) with highest academic achievement. He is chartered engineer with more than 11 years of experience mainly in UK and India.
 
Who should attend:
Graduate Civil/Structural Engineer and Student
Mid career Civil/Structural engineer/Senior Engineer