MATH 8660

Mathematical Foundations of Finite Element Methods

Every other year. Theoretical foundations of finite element methods for elliptic boundary value problems, Sobolev spaces, interpolations of Sobolev spaces, variational formulation of elliptic boundary-value problems, basic error, estimates, applications to elasticity, practical aspects of finite element methods. Note: This course assumes that students have the equivalent of graduate-level coursework in finite element methods (e.g. MATH 6653) or equivalent programming experience, and graduate-level coursework in analysis or functional analysis (e.g. MATH 6131 or MATH 7132). Term offered: spring of odd years.

Units: 3.0

Hours: 3 to 3