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Finite Element Method and Computational Structural Dynamics

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Finite Element Method and Computational Structural Dynamics

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  • Course duration

    1800 Min

  • Course start date & time

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  • Language

    English

Why enroll

This course is ideal for postgraduate students, structural engineers, researchers, and analysts who want to master advanced numerical methods for structural analysis. As modern structures become more complex and performance-based design gains importance, computational structural dynamics has become essential for safe and efficient design.

Enrolling in this course helps learners:

  • Gain strong foundations in finite element formulation

  • Develop expertise in dynamic analysis of structures

  • Understand nonlinear and time-dependent structural behavior

  • Improve skills in numerical modeling and simulation

  • Prepare for careers in structural design, research, and advanced analysis

The course is especially valuable for professionals involved in earthquake engineering, vibration analysis, high-rise structures, bridges, and performance-based design.

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Finite Element Method and Computational Structural Dynamics

60 Lectures

1800 min

  • Lesson icon

    Lecture 01 Introduction to Scientific Computations I

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    31 min

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    Lecture 02 Introduction to Scientific Computations II

    29 min

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    Lecture 03 Basic Concepts of Linear Algebra

    24 min

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    Lecture 04 Polynomial Interpolation and Numerical Quadrature I

    33 min

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    Lecture 05 Polynomial Interpolation and Numerical Quadrature II

    33 min

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    Lecture 06 Polynomial Interpolation and Numerical Quadrature-III

    31 min

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    Lecture 07 Polynomial Interpolation and Numerical Quadrature IV

    24 min

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    Lecture 08 Mathematical Modelling and Approximate Solutions I

    30 min

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    Lecture 09 Mathematical Modelling and Approximate Solutions II

    26 min

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    Lecture 10 Mathematical Modelling and Approximate Solutions III

    31 min

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    Lecture 11 Approximation via Variational Principles

    28 min

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    Lecture 12 Introduction to the Finite Element Concept

    26 min

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    Lecture 13 Finite Elements of C^0 Continuity in 1-D- I

    31 min

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    Lecture 14 Finite Elements of C^0 Continuity in 1-D - II

    27 min

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    Lecture 15 Finite Elements of C^0 Continuity in 1-D - III

    36 min

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    Lecture 16 Finite Elements of C^0 Continuity in 1 D IV

    28 min

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    Lecture 17 Finite Elements of C^1 Continuity in 1 D I

    25 min

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    Lecture 18 Finite Elements of C^1 Continuity in 1 D II

    30 min

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    Lecture 19 Finite Elements of C^0 Continuity in 2 D & 3 D I

    26 min

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    Lecture 20 Finite Elements of C^0 Continuity in 2 D & 3 D II

    28 min

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    Lecture 21 Finite Elements of C^0 Continuity in 2 D & 3 D III

    32 min

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    Lecture 22 Finite Elements of C^0 Continuity in 2 D & 3 D IV

    27 min

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    Lecture 23 Finite Elements of C^0 Continuity in 2 D & 3 D V

    24 min

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    Lecture 24 Finite Elements of C^0 Continuity in 2 D & 3 D VI

    28 min

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    Lecture 25 Finite Elements of C^0 Continuity in 2 D & 3 D VII

    28 min

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    Lecture 26 Finite Elements of C^0 Continuity in 2 D & 3 D VIII

    21 min

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    Lecture 27 Finite Elements of C^0 Continuity in 2 D & 3 D IX

    33 min

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    Lecture 28 Finite Elements of C^0 Continuity in 2 D & 3 D X

    40 min

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    Lecture 29 Finite Elements of C^0 Continuity in 2 D & 3 D XI

    30 min

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    Lecture 30 Finite Elements of C^0 Continuity in 2 D & 3 D XII

    41 min

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    Lecture 31 Mapped Elements I

    32 min

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    Lecture 32 Mapped Elements – II

    33 min

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    Lecture 33 Mapped Elements – III

    37 min

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    Lecture 34 Mapped Elements – IV

    30 min

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    Lecture 35 Mapped Elements – V

    30 min

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    Lecture 36 Variational Crimes

    34 min

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    Lecture 37 The Patch Test

    28 min

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    Lecture 38 Finite Elements for Plates and Shells – I

    27 min

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    Lecture 39 Finite Elements for Plates and Shells – II

    30 min

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    Lecture 40 Finite Elements for Plates and Shells – III

    37 min

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    Lecture 41 The Time Dimension and Dynamic Effects I

    32 min

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    Lecture 42 The Time Dimension and Dynamic Effects II

    37 min

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    Lecture 43 Solution of Linear Simultaneous Equations I

    30 min

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    Lecture 44 Solution of Linear Simultaneous Equations II

    28 min

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    Lecture 45 Solution of Linear Simultaneous Equations III

    28 min

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    Lecture 46 Solution of Linear Simultaneous Equations IV

    34 min

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    Lecture 47 The Algebraic Eigenvalue Problem I

    36 min

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    Lecture 48 The Algebraic Eigenvalue Problem II

    32 min

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    Lecture 49 The Algebraic Eigenvalue Problem III

    39 min

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    Lecture 50 The Algebraic Eigenvalue Problem IV

    30 min

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    Lecture 51: Heterogeneous Reactors - I

    27 min

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    Lecture 52: Heterogeneous Reactors - II

    32 min

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    Lecture 53: Ground Water Extraction

    26 min

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    Lecture 54: 2D Model Using MATLAB

    33 min

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    Lecture 55: Phase Portrait of 1D Models Using R

    23 min

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    Lecture 56: Phase Portrait of 2D Models Using R

    19 min

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    Lecture 57: Simulations l

    28 min

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    Lecture 58: Simulation-II

    29 min

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    Lecture 59: Application: Climate change and GDP – I

    32 min

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    Lecture 60: Application: Climate change and GDP – II

    26 min

Course details

The Finite Element Method and Computational Structural Dynamics course provides advanced knowledge of numerical techniques used to analyze structural behavior under static and dynamic loading conditions. The course integrates finite element formulation with computational approaches to study structural response to time-dependent loads such as earthquakes, wind, impact, and machine-induced vibrations.

The course begins with a detailed review of finite element fundamentals, including discretization, interpolation functions, element formulation, and assembly procedures. Learners then explore structural dynamics concepts, such as degrees of freedom, mass and stiffness matrices, damping models, and equations of motion. Various time-integration and frequency-domain solution techniques are discussed to simulate dynamic response accurately.

Advanced topics include nonlinear structural dynamics, geometric and material nonlinearities, stability and buckling analysis, and response of structures under seismic excitation. The course emphasizes computational implementation, numerical stability, convergence, and result interpretation. Practical applications in buildings, bridges, aerospace, and mechanical structures are incorporated to connect theory with real-world engineering problems.

By the end of the course, learners develop the ability to model, analyze, and interpret complex structural systems using FEM-based computational tools.

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Course suitable for

  • Oil & Gas
  • Civil & Structural
  • Instrumentation

Key topics covered

  1. Fundamentals of finite element method (FEM)

  2. Discretization and interpolation functions

  3. Element stiffness and mass matrix formulation

  4. Assembly and boundary conditions

  5. Governing equations of structural dynamics

  6. Single and multi-degree-of-freedom systems

  7. Free and forced vibration analysis

  8. Damping models and energy dissipation

  9. Modal analysis and mode superposition

  10. Time integration methods (Newmark, Wilson, central difference)

  11. Frequency-domain and response spectrum analysis

  12. Nonlinear structural dynamics

  13. Geometric and material nonlinearities

  14. Stability, buckling, and post-buckling analysis

  15. Seismic response of structures

  16. Numerical stability, convergence, and error control

  17. Computational implementation and result interpretation

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