COURSE

 

EGM6352: Advanced Finite Element Method (spring 2017)

Catalog description: Advanced topics in finite element analysis, emphasized on nonlinear problems including nonlinear elasticity, hyperelasticity, elastoplasticity (small and large deformation), and contact problems.

The objective of this course is to learn advanced topics in finite element methods so that this tool can be used for analysis, design, and optimization of engineering systems. Due to the variety of topics, specific topic will be emphasized in each year. The course offered in spring 2017 will focus on nonlinear structural analysis. Various nonlinearities in structural problems will be studied in the mathematical and numerical aspects. Students will also be exposed in computer programming and use of commercial finite element programs.


EGM 6365: Structural Design Sensitivity Analysis and Optimization (spring 2017)

Catalog description: Structural optimization via calculus of variations. Application of techniques of numerical optimization to design of truss, frames, and composite laminates. Calculation of sensitivity of structural response. Approximation and fast reanalysis techniques. Optimality criteria methods.

The objective of the course is to learn the fundamentals of engineering optimization with emphasis on the underlying theory, optimality criteria, and discrete and continuum design sensitivity as well as providing hands on experience using commercial optimization software to formulate and solve design optimization problems of relevance to mechanical and aerospace engineers.


EAS6939: Approximation and Optimization in Engineering (spring 2017)

Catalog description: Formulation of design objectives as optimization problems. Application of optimization techniques to design. Introduction to approximations (surrogates) based on computer simulations or experiments, including polynomial response surfaces, kriging, radial basis functions, and neural networks. Estimation of prediction errors and design of experiments. Analysis and design under uncertainty.

The objective of this course is to introduce students to the use of engineering optimization under uncertainty based on the use of approximations (also called surrogates or metamodels) with the aid of a design project.


EML4507: Finite Element Analysis and Design (spring 2011)

Catalog description: Stress-strain analysis and design of machine elements; finite element analysis; optimization techniques.

The objective of this course is to teach how to design, analyze and optimize structural components of machine system. The course exposes students to analytical and numerical methods for computing stresses and strains in structures, use of finite element software for static structural analysis and the application of design and failure criteria to ensure that mechanical components can carry the design load without failure. Another important area of the course is to make the students recognize the importance of self-education and life learning.


EML5526: Finite Element Analysis and Applications (spring 2010)

Catalog description: Fundamentals of finite element analysis, including discrete system analysis, steady state and transient heat transfer analysis, static and dynamic analysis of structures. Modeling, analysis and design using FEA software.

The objective of the course is to teach the fundamentals of finite element method with emphasize on the underlying theory, assumption, and modeling issues as well as providing hands on experience using finite element software to model, analyze and design systems of relevance to mechanical and aerospace engineers.


EAS4200C: Aerospace Structures (fall 2009)

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The objective of this course is to teach modern techniques of structural analysis and design with emphasis on aerospace applications. Develop communication skills and teamwork skills. Another important area of the course is to make the students recognize the importance of self-education and life learning.


EML2023: Computer Aided Graphics and Design (spring 2008)

Catalog description: Sketching, descriptive geometry, computer graphics, computer aided design, and design projects.

The primary objective of the course is to educate students on the main concepts of computer aided design: solid modeling, assembly design, engineering drawing conventions, dimensioning and tolerance specification and descriptive geometry. In addition conceptual design skills such as creative thinking and idea illustration by sketching are taught.


EGM3520: Mechanics of Materials (spring 2007)

Catalog description: Stress and strain at a point, stress-strain-temperature relations and mechanical properties of materials. Systems subject to axial load, torsion and bending. Design concepts, indeterminate structures, applications.

The purpose of the course is to provide students with the means of analyzing and designing various machine and load bearing structures.


EGM5533: Applied Elasticity and Advanced Mechanics of Solids (spring 2006)

Catalog description: Bars, beams, thin-walled structures, and simple continua in the elastic and inelastic range. Virtual work approaches, elastic energy principles, plastic limit theorems, creep deformation procedures, introduction to instability and fracture mechanics. Design applications.

The primary objective of this course is to understand the mechanics of materials method and its application to and understanding of structural responses to various loading conditions. The structures (e.g., curved beams) and loading conditions (e.g., unsymmetric bending) considered are more advanced compared to an introductory course in mechanics of materials.