The topics covered are: review of vectors, matrices, and numerical solution techniques; discrete systems; variational formulation and approximation for continuous systems; linear finite element method in solid mechanics; formulation of isoparametric finite elements; finite element method for field problems, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics. Prerequisite: MAE 6020 or equivalent
Finite Element Analysis
Host University
University of Virginia
Semester
Spring 2026
Course Number
MAE 6710
CRN
16649
Credits
3
Discipline
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Instructor
Matthew Panzer (mbp2q@virginia.edu)
Times and Days
Asynchronous
Course Information