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Numerical Modelling in Materials Engineering - A University of Surrey Short Course

Introduction
Course Aims and Objectives
Course Delivery Dates and Location
Learning Outcomes
Course Content
Methods of Teaching/Learning
Masters Degree
Recommended Background Reading

Introduction

The aims of this Numerical Modelling in Materials Engineering course are to explain the underlying principles of finite element analysis, to introduce models for the constitutive behaviour of materials under different conditions, to demonstrate the application of finite element analysis in modelling the processing of materials and the behaviour of structural elements /components under a range of loading situations. All the main classes of engineering materials are considered

Course Aims and Objectives

The Numerical Modelling in Materials Engineering course aims to:

explain the underlying principles of finite element analysis
introduce models for the constitutive behaviour of materials under different conditions
demonstrate the application of finite element analysis in modelling the processing of materials and the behaviour of structural elements/components under a range of loading situations
consider all the main classes of engineering materials

Course Delivery Dates and Location

Numerical Modelling in Materials Engineering is an intensive 1 week programme at the University of Surrey, Guildford that will run from March 1- 5, 2010.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the Numerical Modelling in Materials Engineering course and associated assessment package, students will:

understand the application of numerical analysis techniques, in particular finite element analysis, in a range of engineering applications
be aware of the attractions and limitations of such techniques
have a knowledge of the different constitutive relations appropriate for describing the behaviour of different classes of materials under a range of conditions

Course Content

Topics covered in the Numerical Modelling in Materials Engineering course include:

Introduction to Finite Element Analysis
Modelling with Finite Elements
Material Models for Elastic Behaviour and Fracture
Typical Finite Element Codes
Introduction to Non-Linear Analysis
Material Elasto-Plasticity: Constitutive Behaviour
Implementing Plasticity-Related Non-Linearity within FE Models
Material Non-Linearity – Time Dependent Phenomena (Creep, Visco-Elasticity, Visco-Plasticity): Constitutive Behaviour
Implementing Time-Dependent Non-Linearity within FE Models
Computer Simulation of Microstructure Evolution
Modelling Impact Events
Finite Element Analysis of Adhesively Bonded Joints
Modelling of Polymer Flow
Modelling of Composites Processing
Numerical Modelling of Composite Laminates with Through-Thickness Reinforcements: A Suitable Modelling Strategy
State of the Art Modelling of Hot Metal Forming Processes

Practical classes will provide delegates the opportunity to carry out finite element analyses of varying degrees of sophistication (elastic analysis, elasto-plastic analyses, creep analysis)

Methods of Teaching/Learning

The Numerical Modelling in Materials Engineering course iinvolves one week of intensive teaching with approx 30 contact hours followed by independent learning and completion of assessment package if a registered student at the University of Surrey.

Intensive five day teaching period including 26 hours lectures and 3.5 hours tutorials, followed by assessment package of a nominal 70 hours work, to be submitted within six months (part time) six weeks (full time) of the end of the course week.

Total student learning time 150 hours.

Masters Degree

The Numerical Modelling in Materials Engineering course is part of the Advanced Materials Programme: a range of eighteen short courses which may be taken individually or from which seven may be selected and linked together to form a modular MSc Degree Programme.