Course: Numerical Calculations in CAD

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Course title Numerical Calculations in CAD
Course code KKS/IC
Organizational form of instruction Lecture + Tutorial
Level of course Master
Year of study 1
Semester Summer
Number of ECTS credits 4
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Hautová Lorine, prof. Ing. Ph.D.
  • Šafránek Alberto Jose, Ing. Ph.D.
  • Smítka Michal, Ing. Ph.D.
Course content
Lectures: 1. Repetition of the prerequisites for the successful solution of linear statics problems 2. Contact analysis 3. Analysis involving pre-tensioned bolts 4. Material nonlinearity 5. Modal analysis 6. Temperature analysis 7. Structural optimization 8. Orthotropic materials 9. Assessment of fatigue 10. Nonlinear dynamic analysis 11. Combined analysis (multiphysics analysis) 12. Flow (CFD analysis) Tutorials: Application of the presented knowledge in the environment of individual FEM modules of the CAE system (Siemens Simcenter 3D).

Learning activities and teaching methods
Students' self-study, Lecture, Practicum
  • Contact hours - 52 hours per semester
  • Individual project (40) - 40 hours per semester
  • Preparation for an examination (30-60) - 30 hours per semester
prerequisite
Knowledge
to formulate a correct computational model for solving the elastostatic problem using FEM
have basic theoretical knowledge of the basics of computational simulations using finite element method (FEM)
understand professional terminology in English
to decide on the basis of the framework contract separately and responsibly in a context only partially known
Skills
to use their own knowledge in the area of elastostatic FEM calculations in solving practical problems in the design of machinery and equipment
Competences
N/A
N/A
N/A
learning outcomes
Knowledge
to use independent theoretical knowledge from the field of linear and nonlinear computational simulations of thermal and mechanical behavior of structures
to communicate intelligently and convincingly to experts and laymen information about technical problems of technical calculations of structures
Skills
to formulate a correct calculation model for solving both linear and non-linear thermal-mechanical problems
to use their knowledge of the computing capabilities of FEM systems independently in solving practical problems in designing machinery and equipment
Competences
N/A
N/A
teaching methods
Knowledge
Lecture
Practicum
Self-study of literature
Skills
Practicum
Competences
Self-study of literature
assessment methods
Knowledge
Test
Skills
Combined exam
Competences
Skills demonstration during practicum
Recommended literature
  • Knight, Charles E. The finite element method in mechanical design.
  • Lašová, Václava. Metoda konečných prvků ve výpočtech obráběcích strojů. V Plzni : Západočeská univerzita, 2011. ISBN 978-80-261-0008-9.
  • P. Goncharov. Engineering Analysis with NX Advanced Simulation. Lulu Press, Inc, 2014. ISBN 9781483417325.


Study plans that include the course
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