Information Package

Program of Mechanical Engineering (English 30%)

MAK414

MATHEMATICAL MODELLING AND SIMULATION IN MECH. ENG.

Course Code
MAK414
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Understanding the principles of mathematical modeling and being able to develop appropriate mathematical models for physical systems.
  2. Being able to model engineering problems using ordinary and partial differential equations and apply numerical solution techniques.
  3. Being able to produce numerical solutions to engineering problems using finite differences, finite elements and finite volume methods.
  4. Being able to use software packages and simulation tools used in the mathematical modeling process effectively.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsIt is suggested that students have previously taken courses on numerical analysis, differential equations, strength of materials, dynamics and heat transfer
Course DescriptionAims and basic principles of mathematical modelling. Basic fields of interest: temperature, flow, pressure, velocity, stress, strain. Mathematical models for selected Mechanical Engineering problems selected from different areas of interest. Numerical solution techniques for differential equations. Software for mathematical modelling: pre-processors, solvers and post-processors
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Principles of mathematical modelling, nature of modelling and simulation.
2nd Week Physical models, mathematical models, state variables, system parameters.
3rd Week Classification of mathematical models, experimental data, simulation.
4th Week Mechanistic models, ordinary differential equations (ODE).
5th Week Numerical solution of ODE's.
6th Week System of ODE's, numerical solution techniques.
7th Week Basic concepts on numerical solutions of partial differential equations (PDE).
8th Week Finite difference solution procedures
9th Week Finite element solution procedures
10th Week Finite volume solution procedures
11th Week Numerical solution of heat equation.
12th Week Numerical solution of structural mechanics problems
13th Week Numerical solution of dynamic problems.
14th Week Software for mathematical modelling: pre-processors, solvers and post-processors
Recommended or Required Reading(1) Velten, K. Mathematical Modeling and Simulation: Introduction for Scientists and Engineers, Wiley-VCH (2) Basmadjian, D. Mathematical Modeling of Physical Systems: An Introduction. Oxford University Press
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Presentation
  • Lecture
  • Other
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Assignment 1 15
Attendance 1 5
Total(%) 60
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 60
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 40
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 2 2
Preparation for Quiz 3 2 6
Individual or group work 14 3 42
Preparation for Final exam 14 1.5 21
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 7 1.5 10.5
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 3 3
Homework 2 3 6
Quiz 3 1 3
Total Work Load135.5
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4.51
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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