MECH3380 - Computational Design and Analysis

MECH 3380 Computational Design and Analysis (3 semester credit hours) Covers analytical and computer-based methods to design and analyze engineering structures. Builds on prerequisite knowledge in mechanical engineering design, mechanics of materials, physics, engineering mathematics, and computer programming. Introduces 1-D boundary value problems, numerical solution methods (finite element analysis), and various computational tools to assess failure criteria. Other topics include identifying nonlinear structural problems, function approximation tools to reduce simulation time, and design optimization techniques. Programming and computer-based solid modeling/analysis tools are integrated to facilitate the design and evaluation of complex, real-world problems. Prerequisites: ECS 1220 and MATH 2420 and MECH 2320 and MECH 3305 or equivalents. (3-0) Y