Fall 2020 Trine Course Catalog

MAE 373 Computer-Aided Machine Design

Use of computer applications software as a part of the engineering design process. Introduction to the finite element method for stress analysis. Software packages, such as nonlinear solvers, finite element analysis, solid modeling, and kinematic simulation, will be introduced. Design work using these tools will be a major component of the course. Corequisite: MA 313, Prerequisites: EGR 143 and ES 243

Credits

3

Lab Hours

3

Lecture Hours

1.5

Prerequisite

EGR 143 and ES 243

Corequisite

MA 313