3 unit(s) Matrix techniques; eigenvalue problems: equations of elasticity: plane stress, plane strain, 3D problems; variational methods; element types, element stiffness, mass matrices and load vector; assemblage of elements, boundary conditions.
Two lectures; first term Prerequisite(s):AUTOTECH 2AC3, 2TS3, and registration in Level III of Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology Antirequisite(s): ENGTECH 2FE3, 3FN3, 4FA3