CE-463 3-0-0-3

Finite element methods in engineering L-T-P-C

Basic concepts of engineering analysis, Methods of weighted residuals and variational

formulations, Finite element discretization, Shape function, Lagrange and serendipity
families, Element properties, Iso-parametric elements, Criteria for convergence,
Numerical evaluation of finite element matrices (Gauss quadrature integration),
Assemblage of elements, Analysis of plane stress/strain, axi-symmetric solids, Three
dimensional stress analysis, Poisson’s and Laplace equations, Flow though porous
media, Solution technique; Finite element programming, Use of package
programs.

Texts / References:

1. T. R. Chandrapatula and A. D. Belegundu, Introduction to finite elements in

engineering, Third Edition, Prentice Hall of India, 2001.
2. P. Seshu, Text book of finite element analysis, Prentice Hall of India, 2003.
3. J. N. Reddy, An introduction to the finite element method, McGraw Hill Inc. 1993.
4. R. D. Cook. D. S. Malkus. M. E. Plesha, and R. J. Witt, Concepts and application of
finite element analysis, fourth Edition, John Wiley & Sons, 2002.
5. O.C. Zienkiewicz and R.L.Taylor, The Finite element method, Butterworth Heinemann
(Vol I and Vol. lI), 2000.
6. C.S. Krishnamoorthy, Finite Element Analysis, Theory and programming, Tata
McGraw Hill, 1994.
7. K.J. Bathe, Finite Element Procedures in Engg. Analysis, Prentice Hall of India, 1996.