Description
Starting with an introduction to different numerical techniques, then the three basic approaches of the finite
element method (FEM) namely; the direct approach, the variational approach and the weighted residual
approach, are presented. The direct approach is used in the analysis of simple discrete systems e.g. pipelines,
electric circuits, and trusses. Then the weighed residual procedure issued in the analysis of continuous
systems. Programming for finite elements is also covered and students are encouraged to design and
develop their FEM sotware. Modeling and simulation using a sotware package is also covered.
