In this module, you will study the fundamentals of Finite Element Analysis (FEA). FEA is a generic technique used to solve boundary value problems. FEA finds a lot of applications in structural analysis. In this module, we will discuss the math behind FEA, along with the following topics

• 5Ws of Finite Element Analysis 
• Types of engineering problem-solving methods
• Types of CAE process
• Model setup 

In this module, you will study the meshing software - HyperMesh. HyperMesh is a highly capable simulation software and in this module you will learn the various tools and features that HyperMesh has to offer. 

In this module, you will learn of the following topics

• Geometric tool and tools menu introduction
• Basic geometric tools
• Geometry cleanups (includes auto cleanup) 
• Midsurface creation

While dealing with complex 3D components, it is important to remove small features and holes that are inevitable when designing a CAD model. You will be introduced to the batch mesher macro that will be instrumental in accomplishing this. 

In this module, you will study the following topics

• Criteria files for geometry cleanup 
• MNode's creation & node edit
• Point edit
• Edge edit

1D Meshing is a great way to speed up the simulation time without compromising on accuracy. There are different types of 1D elements - each featuring its own shape function and characteristics.

In this module, you will learn the following

• 5Masses, Bar, Rod, Rigid, RBE3, Springs, Gaps 
• Connectors, HYPER BEAM, Linemesh, Linear 1D
• Edit, Element, Split, Replace, Detach
• Order change, configuration edit, element type

In this module you will learn to perform surface clean-up on a given geometry and to extract the mid-surface using an in-built tool - Auto-mid-surface. You will also learn how to clean up the surface manually because relying only on the Auto-mid-surface option may give rise to a distorted surface while dealing with a complex geometry

Here is a list of topics that you will learn in this module.

• Surface clean up 
• Midsurface generation 
• Handling distorted surfaces

In this module, you will learn the basics of 2D meshing, how to mesh a surface, how to re-mesh a meshed surface using Elements, and how to attain mesh flow in the geometry. You will also learn how to handle the Tria elements in the model.

• 2D meshing introduction 
• 2D basic tools
• Mesh flow
• Handling Tria Elements

In this module, you learn what a quality check is and understand the different quality-checks that HyperMesh offers. You will also learn how to fix areas that failed the quality check.

Here, is a list of key concepts that you will learn in this module.

• 1D Element quality check
• 2D Element quality check
• Understanding the quality parameters for 2D meshing

In this module you will learn how to do manual mid surfacing when the auto-mid surfacing option fails. You will also learn how to handle geometry if they are symmetrical, normals check in the model and its significance, and free edges along with their significance.

The following topics are covered in this

• Manual mid surface 
• Handling symmetric geometry 
• Free edge checks
• Normals check

In this module, you will learn the different tools and techniques to generate a hexamesh for a given geometry. You will also learn a variety of techniques to generate tetra meshes. You will also understand the quality-checks for tetra elements and how to rectify areas that have failed these checks.

The following topics are covered in this module.

• Hexa meshing 
• Tetra meshing
• Different methods of tetra mesh generation.
• Quality check 3D element 

Sometimes, meshes are made with both 2D and 3D meshes that are interspersed. Connectors help the computer understand that the interface is between two different kinds of meshes. Connectors are time-saving features that are a must in large models. In addition to this, connectors offer a way to let the computer know that two components have been seam welded.

• Seam weld
• Spot weld 
• Bolt connection 
• Spring element 
• Adhesive modelling - HEXA 

In this module, you will understand the uses of batch meshing and its applications in industries. You learn about the parameter file and criteria file, how they can be optimized for the requirement. 

Here is a list of key concepts that you will learn in this module.

• Understand quality parameter and criteria files
• Optimizing these files according to the requirement

In this module, you will learn about morphing which can be done using constraints, volumes, and geometry. Also you will be working with manipulation of TCL commands, running a TCL command using the inbuilt run options. 

• Morph constraints
• Morph volumes
• Map to geometry
• Basic macro generation using TCL commands