Fin Elem In Mach Des

Host University

Virginia Tech

Semester

Fall 2026

Course Number

ME-5634

CRN

87879

Credits

3

Discipline

Mechanical Engineering

Course Information

Advanced analysis and design of machine components with emphasis on the finite element method of analysis using commercial software. Structural and continuum elements will be used for both the static and dynamic analysis and design of machine components. Practice oriented analysis techniques and design procedures employable through the finite element method will be developed. Design problems will constitute a significant part of the course. II.

Prerequisites

None