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MECH 465 Computer Aided Design Units: 3.50
Concept of computational design including the choice of the objective function, equality and inequality constraints, and analysis methods; one-dimensional search methods, sensitivity analysis, and the steepest descent method. The principles of the finite element method and its application to stress analysis of mechanical components. The prerequisite may be waived for students with a strong background in solid mechanics from other courses.
(Lec: 3, Lab: 0.5, Tut: 0)
(Lec: 3, Lab: 0.5, Tut: 0)
Requirements: Prerequisites: Must be registered in BSCE or BASC program.
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Offering Term: F
CEAB Units:
Mathematics 0
Natural Sciences 0
Complementary Studies 0
Engineering Science 11
Engineering Design 31
Offering Faculty: Smith Engineering
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Learn the fundamental principles and practical techniques of the Finite Element Method (FEM).
- Develop beginner to intermediate level of practical user experience with industry standard Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software packages such as ANSYS Mechanical APDL.
- Acquire design optimization techniques and apply it to structural-related projects.
- Effectively communicate and present design ideas.
- Develop practical experience in project and product design management.