FEA and Optimization Driven Design 7.5 credits
Course Contents
The aim of the course is to provide knowledge and ability to perform engineering calculations with optimization methods. The student will formulate, implement and solve optimization problems.
The course includes the following elements:
- Optimization methods for constrained and unconstrained problems.
- Gradient and non-gradient optimization methods.
- Finite element method for optimization problems.
- Sensitivity analysis and design of experiments.
- Structural (shape and topology) and process optimization for components manufactured e.g. from metal alloys and polymers.Calculations with optimization methods for small problems
- Implementation of selected optimization algorithms in MATLAB.
- Simulation-based optimization laboratory sessions using a commercial finite element software.
Prerequisites
Passed courses of at least 90 credits within Materials and Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Product Development or Engineering Physics, and 15 credits Mathematics included multivariable calculus and completed courses in Numerical Analysis, 7,5 credits and Continuum Mechanics, 7,5 credits (or the equivalent). Proof of English proficiency is required.
Level of Education: Second cycle
Coursecode/Ladok code: TFOS22
The course is conducted at: School of Engineering
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Type of course | Programme instance course |
| Study type | Normal teaching |
| Semester | Autumn 2025 |
| Study period |
week 36 - week 43
|
| Rate of study | 100% |
| Language | English |
| Location | Jönköping |
| Time | Day-time |
| Tuition fees do NOT apply for EU/EEA citizens or exchange students | 21375 SEK |
| Syllabus (PDF) | |
| Application code | HJ-T4347 |