Finite Element Analysis

Host University

Old Dominion University

Semester

Fall 2025

Course Number

MAE 730 CRN 12485

Credits

3

Discipline

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Instructor

Hou, Gene J. (GHOU@ODU.EDU)

Times and Days

04:30 PM - 07:10 PM

W

Course Information

This course provides an understanding of the finite element method (FEM) as derived from an integral formulation perspective. It demonstrates the solutions of (1-D and 2-D) continuum mechanics problems such as solid mechanics, fluid mechanics and heat transfer. It also provides insight into the theoretical formulation and numerical implementation of finite element methods.