436-436 Advanced Computational Mechanics

431-202 Engineering Analysis B (prior to 2001, 421-205 Engineering Analysis B), 431226 Engineering Analysis B (old) or equivalent.

Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend a wide variety of numerical computational techniques for solving ordinary and partial differential equations frequently encountered in engineering problems and identify the strengths and weaknesses of the various competing computational methods.

Topics covered include modelling engineering systems using ordinary and partial differential equations; finite difference schemes; and weighted residual methods and spectral methods.

All necessary theories in order for students to be able to use commercial computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software proficiently.

• ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals

• in-depth technical competence in at least one engineering discipline

• ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution

• capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning

One 3-hour end-of-semester examination (60%); two assignments, each not exceeding 50 pages including diagrams, tables, computations and computer output due throughout the semester (20% each).