Summer 2025
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Course No: MECH.5120-061; SIS Class Nbr: 1576; SIS Term: 3440
Course Status: Registration Closed
Course Description
An introduction to finite element methods using popular commercial packages. The features common to different programs as well as special features of particular programs are presented. Primary focus is on hands-on familiarity with the software with a limited discussion of the underlying finite element theory. ALGOR, ADINA, ABAQUS, LS-DYNA, HyperMesh, and FEMAP are among the pre/post-processing and analysis packages used in the class. This is a WWW based course and access to a PC, the Internet, and a frames-capable browser is required.
Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor
- Prerequisites: Students with a CSCE career need permission to take Graduate Level Courses.
- Core Codes: STEM, NO COST
- Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
- Instructor: Kari White
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Materials: No cost course materials available
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UMass Lowell Bookstore
When Offered & Tuition
- Online Course
- 2025 Summer: May 19 to Jul 27
- Course Level: Graduate
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Tuition: $1800
- Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.
Related Programs: M.S. in Engineering Management
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