CAD with FEM

5 credits

Syllabus, Bachelor's level, 1TE649

A revised version of the syllabus is available.
Code
1TE649
Education cycle
First cycle
Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
Technology G1F
Grading system
Pass with distinction (5), Pass with credit (4), Pass (3), Fail (U)
Finalised by
The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 20 April 2017
Responsible department
Department of Electrical Engineering
What is a course syllabus?

Entry requirements

50 credits within an engineering programme. Scientific Computing I should have been attended.

Learning outcomes

After a successfully completed course the student should be able to:

  • describe the fundamental principle behind finite element solvers,
  • create 2D and 3D construction drawings in standard CAD-software packages,
  • apply FEM-solvers on CAD-drawings with boundary and other essential conditions, solve mechanical problems using combined CAD/FEM software packages,
  • design electromagnetic circuits using combined CAD/FEM software packages,
  • solve electromagnetic field problems using combined CAD/FEM software packages.

Content

CAD/FEM in 2 and 3 dimensions. Fundamentals of finite element methods. Meshing. Definition of boundary conditions. Mechanical problems and their solution using combined CAD/FEM software packages. Design of electromagnetic circuits. Electromagnetic field problems and their solution using combined CAD/FEM software packages.

Instruction

Lectures and project work.

Assessment

Written examination (2 credits) as well as project work (3 credits).