eFEM for Practitioners

Learn FEM within 3 months – With numerous practical applications and flexible due to e-learning

Today, Computer Aided Engineering is an essential tool in the product development process. The term “CAE” mainly concerns the field of numerical simulation, and includes methods such as Finite Element Method (FEM), Finite Volumes Method (FVM), and Multi Body Systems (MBS). However, it also encompasses technologies such as Virtual Reality (VR) and is strongly linked to other methods such as PLM (Product Lifecycle Management), CAD (Computer Aided Design), and PDM (Product Data Management).

As simulation allows huge savings in both time and money, use of this kind of technology will undoubtedly grow in the future. Hence, there will be an increasing demand for well-trained simulation engineers able to use CAE tools efficiently. The course eFEM enables you to start your career as:

• Research assistant
• CAE Analyst
• CAE Consultant
• Design Engineer
• Apply for esocaet’s master study program

• Widely accepted course with huge potential
• Opportunity to learn from international professionals and professors in the field of CAE
• Access to the course contents at any time via e-learning platform
• Individuality is provided: each student has his own login
• Also available for professionals

• Blended learning offers classroom seminars and e-learning
• Learn 5 modules with 120 learning units in 14 weeks
• Theoretical background with numerous practical examples
• Software training in ANSYS is included
• Integrated case study

Mechanics

• Operating conditions
• Definition of load cases for FEM
• Mechanical behavior (elasticity, plasticity, stability, and failure)
• Free Body Diagrams for FEM
• Mechanical calculation

Introduction into ANSYS

• Meshing controls
• Boundary conditions
• Applying solution algorithms
• Postprocessing

Finite Element Analysis

• Processing CAD models
• Discretization and approximation
  - Shape functions (linear and quadratic)
  - Element type
  - Formulation of the stiffness matrix
  - Convergence
• Stress tensor and material behavior
• Modeling loads and bearings
• Postprocessing, deformation, strains and stresses
• Verification and validation of simulation results

Quality Management

• Consequences of lack of quality
• Risk analysis and NAFEMS guideline
• Specifications for FE analysis

Case Study

• Prove your knowledge on a real engineering problem