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CE 661 - Nonlinear Finite Element Methods

3 Credit Hours
Theory and practice of nonlinear finite element methods focused on solid mechanics applications. Treatment of geometric nonlinear kinematics and inelastic material response. Development of linearized expressions for use in the Newton-Raphson algorithm. Programming of element and material subroutines.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 560 or equivalent; and CE 538 or CE 561.


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