FEA Model Preparation

2hr 10min
A Self Paced Course

Self paced
Trusted by professionals
Certification included
Industry standard content

Why take this course?

Learn to import and create CAD geometry, simplify models, define symmetry, and connect elements in FEA. The course covers connection types, rigidity calculations, and material properties, with video lectures, quizzes, and a PDH-certified certificate.

FEA Model Preparation

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1-Year Access
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100% Online Course

About the course

This course covers importing and creating CAD geometry, simplifying models, defining symmetry in FEA, and connecting different elements. It also addresses connection types, checking hinge connections, calculating rigidity, and understanding linear and non-linear material properties, concluding with a summary of these key concepts.

This course includes

Self-Paced
2hr 10min
2 PDH Credits
English
SPC601M3

Meet your instructor

Lukasz Skotny

Finite Element Analysis

Who should attend this course

• Professionals of various industries involved with the execution of FEA projects.
• Those managing or overseeing FEA related work that need to be able to provide judgement about the assumptions and choices made.

Prerequisites

• Technical background is required.
• Basic experience with Finite Element Method software is beneficial.

Program & Details

FEA Model Preparation

1. Importing CAD geometry
2. Creating geometry in preprocessor
3. Benefits of simplifying the geometry
4. Model Symmetry
5. How to define symmetry in FEA
6. Small details spoilmesh
7. How to connect beams to shells and beams/shells to solid
8. Rigid, semi-rigid and hinged connections in beam models
9. How to check if a connection is a hinge
10. How to calculate connection rigidity
11. Linear material properties
12. When linear material is not enough
13. Conclusion