Syllabus for ME 6610
Advanced Finite Elements
Instructor: Asst. Prof. Peter Gustafson
| Office: | G-215 Parkview Campus |
| Phone: | 276-3423 |
| Email: | peter.gustafson@wmich.edu |
| Web Page: | http://homepages.wmich.edu/∼pjm8969 |
Schedule:
| Lecture: | M 4:00–6:30, B-211 Parkview Campus |
| Office Hours: | MTF 10:00–11:00, or by appointment |
Description:
Implementation of the finite element methods: Mixed formulations. Plate bending. Time dependent problems in solid mechanics and heat transfer. Introduction to nonlinear problems.
Objectives
Prerequisites:
ME 5610 – Finite Elements
Text:
Concepts and Applications of Finite Elements, Cook, Malkus, Plesha, Fourth
Edition, Wiley, 2002.
Reference materials:
The Finite Element Method: Linear Static and Dynamic Finite Element Analysis,
Hughes, Thomas J.R., Dover, 2000.
Grading:
| Homework | 20% |
| Mid Term Exam | 20% |
| Final Exam | 30% |
| Independent project – mid-term report | 5% |
| Independent project – final report | 25% |
Grading scale:
| A: | ≥ 90% |
| BA: | ≥ 85% |
| B: | ≥ 80% |
| CB: | ≥ 75% |
| C: | ≥ 70% |
| DC: | ≥ 65% |
| D: | ≥ 60% |
Assignments due at the beginning of class.
Working Together: For homework assignments, students are encouraged to discuss solution
methods with their colleagues. Written work must be done independently and must accurately
represent the work of the student. All exams and quizzes are to be completed
independently.
Absences: Attendance and discussion are a vital part of this class. Please make every effort to
attend. If you will be absent, advise the instructor in advance.
Illness: Attendance is important, however, the health and well-being of our community is more
important. Do not come to class if you are ill or suspect illness. Contact the instructor to inform
him of your circumstances and to coordinate assistance.
Re-grades: Re-grade requests must be submitted in writing within 1 week of the return of any
item. The instructor reserves the right to re-grade the entire item.
Academic integrity: You are responsible for making yourself aware of and understanding the policies and procedures in the Undergraduate and Graduate Catalogs that pertain to Academic Honesty. These policies include cheating, fabrication, falsification and forgery, multiple submission, plagiarism, complicity and computer misuse. [The policies can be found at http://catalog.wmich.edu under Academic Policies, Student Rights and Responsibilities.] If there is reason to believe you have been involved in academic dishonesty, you will be referred to the Office of Student Conduct. You will be given the opportunity to review the charge(s). If you believe you are not responsible, you will have the opportunity for a hearing. You should consult with your instructor if you are uncertain about an issue of academic honesty prior to the submission of an assignment or test.