COURSES
1. INTRODUCTION TO FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS USING THE ABAQUS SOFTWARE
Objective:
A comprehensive introduction to finite element analysis using the ABAQUS software.
Learning Outcomes:
- Participants will have an understanding of the finite element analysis method, and static linear vs. nonlinear analysis.
- Participants will be able to solve linear and nonlinear 2D and 3D problems using the ABAQUS environment.
- Participants will be able to apply constraints and model simple contact using the ABAQUS environment.
- Participants will be able to create, submit, monitor, and view the results of different models
Course Structure:
The course is divided into various online lessons administered through zoom. Each lesson is comprised of:
- An introductory online lecture
- Live or recorded demonstration
- Online workshop with one-on-one training administered by the instructor.
In the workshop, the participants will gain hands-on experience on the various topics covered in the introduction and the live demonstration.
Topics Covered:
- What is Finite Element Analysis?
- Material models: linear elasticity and metal plasticity.
- Static vs. Dynamic Analysis
- Linear vs. Nonlinear Analysis
- Loads and constraints
- The finite element displacement approximation and its relation to the type of elements
- ABAQUS CAE environment (CAD)
- Mesh generation techniques
- Creating, submitting and monitoring analysis jobs
- Viewing simulation results
Course Outline:
Day 1:
Lesson 1: What is Finite Element Analysis? (0.5 hour)
Lesson 2: Introduction to the ABAQUS Environment. Solving a 2D cantilever beam and comparing with hand calculations. (2 hours)
Lesson 3: Mesh convergence. Difference between reduced integration vs. full integration elements (2 hours)
Lesson 4: Stress concentrations and mesh convergence. (1 hour)
Day 2:
Lesson 5: Linear Elastic vs. Plastic material properties (1 hour)
Lesson 6: Multi-step analysis (1 hour)
Lesson 7: Linear vs. nonlinear analysis (1 hour)
Lesson 8: Constraints (1 hour)
Lesson 9: Contact (1 hour)
Minimum Number of Participants: 3
Cost Per Participant (CAD):
Participant Registration: $2,000+GST
Tentative Schedule:
Day 1: Tuesday June 1st
Day 2: Friday June 4th
For further information, please contact Dr. Samer Adeeb: adeeb@ualberta.ca
2. FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS USING THE ABAQUS SOFTWARE FOR PIPELINE APPLICATIONS
Objective:
This course provides an in-depth training on using the finite element analysis for pipeline applications.
Learning Outcomes:
- Participants will learn the difference between beam, shell, and solid elements.
- Participants will be able to model a network of pipelines using beam elements.
- Participants will be able to model dents in pipelines.
- Participants will be able to model buckling of pipelines.
- Participants will be able to utilize XFEM to model crack propagation in pipelines.
- Participants will be able to create simple macros and scripts for automating finite element analysis runs using ABAQUS
Course Structure:
The course is divided into various online lessons administered through zoom. Each lesson is comprised of:
- An introductory online lecture
- Live or recorded demonstration
- Online workshop with one-on-one training administered by the instructor.
In the workshop, the participants will gain hands-on experience on the various topics covered in the introduction and the live demonstration.
Topics Covered:
- Review: What is Finite Element Analysis? Linear vs. nonlinear analysis, linear elasticity and metal plasticity.
- Modelling dents
- Modelling buckling
- Utilizing XFEM to model crack propagation
Course Outline:
Day 1:
Lesson 1: Review (1 hour)
Lesson 2: Elbow and pipe elements (2 hours)
Lesson 3: Modelling contact (2 hours)
Day 2:
Lesson 4: Pipeline Dents (2 hours)
Lesson 5: Buckling and collapse analysis (1 hour)
Lesson 6: Buckling of pipelines (2 hours)
Day 3:
Lesson 7: XFEM and cracks in pipelines (2 hours)
Lesson 8: Introduction to Automation and Scripting (1 hour)
Minimum Number of Participants: 3
Pre-requisites: Introduction to Finite Element Analysis Using the ABAQUS Software, or any prior FEA exposure
Cost Per Participant (CAD):
Participant Registration: $2,500+GST
Tentative Schedule:
Day 1: Monday June 7th
Day 2: Tuesday June 8th
Day 3: Thursday June 10th
For further information, please contact Dr. Samer Adeeb: adeeb@ualberta.ca