Study Guide

Learning outcomes

Student is able to
- regognize basic prinsiples of machine elements
- use chosen application softaware in element design and matrix calculations

Implementation and methods of teaching

Guidance in Zoom 2h/week. Excercises, no exam.
Softwares:
MathCAD
SolidWorks Simulation
FEMAP & Multiframe (option)

Exam retakes

Course retake during next academic year

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Prior knowledge.
Contents of following courses:
Lujuusoppi
Konetekniikan mekaniikka
Statiikka
Mathematics in Technology 1 & 2

Assessment criteria

Evaluation based on individual excercises

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Does not meet minimum criteria

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Minimum level of competence. Student is able to perform calculations according to the competence objectives for simple basic cases and obtain reliable results. In general level; understands principles, terminology, shortcomings, and limitations of the finite element method and can identify typical problem situations associated with the method.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Proficient level of competence. Student is able to conduct realiable analyses in accordance with competency objectives, able to report results clearly, and capable of assessing reliability of the obtained results. Understands the mathematical principles, terminology, shortcomings, and limitations of the finite element method and can identify typical problem situations associated with the method.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Excellent level of competence. Student is capable of producing reliable analyses for various structures and can assess the applicability of used methods to different structural analysis cases. Able to report results clearly and coherently, critically evaluate the reliability of the results and present conclusions and improvement suggestions based on the results. Understands and can apply mathematical principles of the finite element method. Is familiar with the terminology, shortcomings, and limitations of the method extensively, and can identify and solve typical problem situations associated with the method.