Course Title: Finite Element Analysis

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: Finite Element Analysis

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code	Campus	Career	School	Learning Mode	Teaching Period(s)
MIET1084	Bundoora Campus	Undergraduate	115H Aerospace, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering	Face-to-Face	Sem 2 2006, Sem 2 2007, Sem 2 2008, Sem 2 2009, Sem 2 2010, Sem 2 2011, Sem 2 2012, Sem 2 2013, Sem 2 2014, Sem 2 2015, Sem 2 2016
MIET1084	Bundoora Campus	Undergraduate	172H School of Engineering	Face-to-Face	Sem 2 2017, Sem 2 2019, Sem 2 2020, Sem 2 2021, Sem 2 2022, Sem 2 2023, Sem 2 2024
MIET2075	SHAPE, VTC	Undergraduate	115H Aerospace, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering	Face-to-Face	Offsh2 14
MIET2352	Stansfield College	Undergraduate	115H Aerospace, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering	Face-to-Face	Offsh 3 09, Offsh 4 09, Offsh 1 10

Flexible Terms

Course Code	Campus	Career	School	Learning Mode	Teaching Period(s)
MIET2075	SHAPE, VTC	Undergraduate	172H School of Engineering	Face-to-Face	OFFSe12018 (VM5)
MIET2075	SHAPE, VTC	Undergraduate	172H School of Engineering	Face-to-Face	OFFSep2020 (VM9)
MIET2075	SHAPE, VTC	Undergraduate	172H School of Engineering	Face-to-Face	OFFSep2021 (All)
MIET2075	SHAPE, VTC	Undergraduate	172H School of Engineering	Face-to-Face	OFFSep2022 (All)
MIET2075	SHAPE, VTC	Undergraduate	172H School of Engineering	Face-to-Face	OFFSep2023 (All)
MIET2478	Kaplan Singapore	Undergraduate	172H School of Engineering	Face-to-Face	OFFJan2023 (All)

Course Coordinator: Dr. Rory Gover

Course Coordinator Phone: -

Course Coordinator Email: rory.gover@rmit.edu.au

Course Coordinator Location: Building 251

Course Coordinator Availability: by email

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Recommended Prior Study
It is recommended to have satisfactorily completed the following course/s before you commence this course:

• MIET1071 Solid Mechanics 3 (014884) or equivalent

Alternatively, if you have the equivalent skills and knowledge covered in the above course/s you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning. 

Please contact your course coordinator for further details. 

Course Description

The course introduces you to theoretical basics and practical application of the finite element method as well as to related numerical modelling techniques. It is designed to enable you to solve practical problems related to solid mechanics, machines and structures. This course, which is also a pre-requisite for an elective in applied computational engineering, provides a necessary tool for the analysis and solution of practical structures and processes.

If you are enrolled in this course as a component of your Bachelor Honours Program, your overall mark will contribute to the calculation of the weighted average mark (WAM). See the WAM information web page for more information. 

Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

 This course contributes to the following program learning outcomes:

• Conceptual understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
• In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
• Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
• Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
• Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.

For more information on the program learning outcomes for your program, please see the program guide.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

1. Solve simple mechanical engineering problems using mathematical and numerical techniques,
2. Model wire frame structures using truss and beam finite elements,
3. Model plane structures using different approaches including plane stress, plane strain, shell and 3D finite elements,
4. Extract and interpret results of the numerical simulations,
5. Write professional reports,
6. Utilise up-to-date interactive modelling and simulation techniques, and commercial software, in the solution of structural problems.

Overview of Learning Activities

You will be actively engaged in a range of learning experiences such as pre-recorded lectures, problem-solving tutorials and lab demonstrations in computer labs, hands-on training in computer labs and working independently on-campus and off-campus, performing Finite Element simulations, training in FEM report writing, so enhancing employability skills (e.g. communication skills, project management skills). Delivery may be face to face, online or a mix of both.

You are encouraged to be proactive and self-directed in your learning, asking questions of your lecturer and/or peers and seeking out information as required, especially from the numerous sources available through the RMIT library, and through links and material specific to this course that is available through myRMIT Studies Course. 

Overview of Learning Resources

RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through myRMIT Studies Course. 

There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal.

Overview of Assessment

X This course has no hurdle requirements.

☐ All hurdle requirements for this course are indicated clearly in the assessment regime that follows, against the relevant assessment task(s) and all have been approved by the College Deputy Pro Vice-Chancellor (Learning & Teaching).

Early Assessment Task: Timed and Timetabled Assessment
Weighting: 20%
This assessment task supports CLOs: 1, 2.

Assessment Task 2: Take Home Assignment
Weighting:10%
This assessment task supports CLOs: 1, 2,  4, 5, 6.

Assessment Task 3: Group Project Reports
Weighting: 40%
This assessment task supports CLOs: 3, 4, 5, 6.

Assessment Task 4: End Semester Timed Assessment
Weighting: 30%
This assessment supports CLOs: 1, 3, 4.

If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.