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Numerical Methods in Geotechnical Engineering - CVEN9514
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Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Postgraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 6
 
 
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3
 
 
Fee Band: 2 (more info)
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
  

Description

Introduction to finite element methods. Mathematical formulation of finite elements. Isotropic elements. Linear and nonlinear analysis. Steady state and transient field problems – heat conduction, seepage etc., coupled analysis, consolidation analysis, solute transport problems, special topics: infinite elements, double porous media.


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