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This module will provide a hands on introduction to Finite Element Analysis for modelling complex structures and materials. This helps to maximise the performance of our designs by analysing the suitability of materials and equipment before and during manufacturing. It will provide a elementary foundation in the mathematical foundations of finite element analysis, building on the stiffness matrix approaches introduce in "Modelling of Engineering Systems", however it focuses on an introduce to using finite element analysis using a commercial finite element package (ANSYS) to evaluate the manufacturability of different materials to enhance the design and early evaluation of critical design parameters.  The module will be 100% coursework with a series of coursework deliverables, two short worksheet coursework, which test fundamental understanding, one larger coursework, testing how FEM can be used for engineering design.

This module is suitable for all Engineering students who have taken the prerequisite ENG2009 Modelling of Engineering Systems.

_{Please note that all modules are subject to change, please get in touch if you have any questions about this module.}