International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation POSTGRADUATE STUDIES GENERAL STUDENT GUIDE 2015 December, 17th 2014. 21st INTERNATIONAL MASTERS IN THEORETICAL & PRACTICAL APPLICATION OF FINITE ELEMENT METHOD AND CAE SIMULATION SUPERIOR TECHNICAL SCHOOL OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS(U.N.E.D) INGECIBER, S.A. 2 International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation COURSE GUIDE 1.COURSE OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................... 3 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................. 3 OBJECTIVES .................................................................................................................................................... 3 COURSE STRUCTURE ................................................................................................................................... 4 ACADEMIC ROUTE ........................................................................................................................................ 7 DEGREES ......................................................................................................................................................... 8 SPECIAL FINAL PROJECT AWARD ............................................................................................................. 8 2.METHODOLOGY ........................................................................................................................... 9 BEFORE STARTING. HOW TO APPROACH THE MASTERS ................................................................... 9 TUTORSHIPS ................................................................................................................................................. 10 TIMETABLE OF THE 21ST MASTERS EDITION ...................................................................................... 12 INAUGURAL SESSION................................................................................................................................. 14 EVALUATION ............................................................................................................................................... 14 TEACHING STAFF ........................................................................................................................................ 16 INFORMATION SERVICE ............................................................................................................................ 18 3.VIRTUAL CLASSROOM ............................................................................................................. 19 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................... 19 VIRTUAL CLASSROOM LOG IN INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................... 20 CONTENTS AND STRUCTURE ................................................................................................................... 22 3 International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation 1.COURSE OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION TheprincipalobjectiveoftheMastersistoprovideanalystsandscientistswith training in the Finite Element Method for use in the professional world, as a university-specific Masters should do. With this objective in mind, the Masters is structured into foundationsubjects,whichgiveanoverviewoftheFiniteElementMethod,and application and practical subjects where professional software currently on the market is used. In 2010, the directors of the Masters decided to make it an international course, and they made it available worldwide. Continuing the internationalization process, in 2015 theMasterswillcollaboratewithEnginsoft(Italy)andIDAC(UnitedKingdom),two prestigious companies of international renown, on the teaching of the application and practical subjects with ANSYS Mechanical and ANSYS CFD software. WiththisenlargementoftheMasters,studentswillbeabletostudythemechanical branchwithPATRAN/MSCNastran-CFD++-XFLOWorwithANSYS-ANSYSCFD- XFLOW. For the construction branch, students can choose between CivilFEM with Marc or CivilFEM for ANSYS. UNEDandIngeciber,theirprincipalpartnerintheMasters,areinvestingina determinedinternationalizationofstudentsandcollaboratorsandwanttooffer participantsthemaximumnumberofoptions,withtheobjectiveofsharing experiences in the world of CAE on a global level. We welcome you to join us in this 21st year of the Program. OBJECTIVES Theobjectiveoftheprogramistoteachengineersboththebasicand specialized theory of Finite Element Method (FEM) using commercial grade Computer AidedEngineeringtechnologiesandtheimmediatetransferofthisskillsetto professional practical application in the workplace. In short, it is possible to list the five main objectives: 4 International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation 1.ToprovideasolidfoundationfortheFEMwiththeExpertModule,whichcan be further developed with various Specialized Modules. 2.Todevelophands-onexperienceofcommercialgradesoftwareincluding PATRAN/MSCNASTRAN,ANSYS,CivilFEMforMarc,CivilFEMwithANSYS, CFD++ , ANSYS CFD and XFLOW (depending on which modules you take) 3.Tostudypracticeexamplesthatprovidereal,usefulexperienceforthe workplace. 4.Touseavarietyoftextsandproposedexercises,whichprovidestrongstudy material. 5.Touseacombinationofmandatoryandoptionalsubjectssothatthestudent canadaptthetrainingtotheirpersonalinterests.Tothisend,theprogram offersthreedifferentlevels,whichawardthreedifferentdegrees,aswillbe shown later in the guide. COURSE STRUCTURE TheMaster'sismatchedwithaninternationallyapprovedcreditpointsystem(ECTS). The Masters degree has a total of 70 credits. Eachmodule,excepttheMastersthesis,consistsofalistofsubjectsthatcanbe grouped into three types: 1.Foundation Classes: basic and theoretical subjects. 2.SoftwareApplicationClasses:handsontrainingusingacommercialsoftware program for each module. 3.ProblemApplication:applicationoftheknowledgeacquiredinthetheoretical classes in real problems through examples and exercises. The objective of these classes is for students to develop the necessary knowledge and skills needed to transfer this knowledge into practice in their professional lives. Expert Module (mandatory) 30 ECTS The Expert Module is the foundation module that all students must complete as a pre-requisitetoanyofthethreedegrees.Completionofthismoduleisnecessarytobe 5 International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation awarded the Expert in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method degree. TheExpertModuleofferstwospecializeddegreebranches:TheMechanicalBranch andtheConstructionBranch.Eachstudent mustchooseonepathat thebeginning of theprogram.Formoreinformationpleasereviewthespecializedguidesforeach branch. Specialized Modules (optional) - 10 ECTS each module TheSpecializedModulesofferahigherdegreeoffocusonvariousanalyticalareasof interest.TobeawardedtheSpecialistinTheoreticalandPracticalApplicationof FiniteElementMethod andSimulation degree the student must complete the Expert Module and at least one specialized module. Module A: Dynamic Analysis - 10 credits Module B: Nonlinear Analysis - 10 credits Module C: Heat Transfer - 10 credits Module E: Steel Structure Advanced Calculation - 10 credits Module F: Fluid Mechanics - 10 credits Module H: Advanced Calculation of Concrete Structures - 10 credits Module I: Geotechnical Expansion 10 credits Module J: Electromagnetic Analysis -10 credits Module K: Finite Element Analysis of Composite Structures 10 credits 6 International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation Specialized Modules Groups for Master degree The specialized module groups are designed to allow you to pre-select a certain subset of modules based on your specific interests. The available groups are as follows:Mechanical Specialty: Modules A, B, C, F, J and K(*) (**) Structural Specialty: Modules A, B, and EConstruction Specialty: Modules A, B, E, H and I (*) (***) (*)To complete a Specialized Module Group the students must choose at least 3 of the available modules. (**) Module J is only available with ANSYS Maxwell(***) Module I is only available with CivilFEM for ANSYS 7 International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation Final Project Module (optional) 10 credits UponthesuccessfulcompletionoftheMaster'sThesis,afterhavingcompletedthe ExpertModuleandaminimumofthreeSpecializedModules(inthesameSpecialized Module Group), the student will be awarded with the Master title. Notes: 1. Students must pass each module they enroll in, otherwise, they will need to re-enroll and successfully complete the module. 2. Students can enroll in a maximum of 60 module credits per year. A minimum of, two years is necessary to achieve the Masters degree.3. Students need to complete the Expert Module first in order to participate in the SpecializedModules.Furthermore,studentsmustcompletetheExpertModule and a Specialized Module Group (with three modules), in order to qualify to take and present the Final Project. 4. Students have the option to enroll in other Specialized Modules of their interest independent of the required Specialized Module Groups, 5. Each module credit requires approximately 15 hours of work at home. ACADEMIC ROUTE MechanicalBranch:ParticipantswhochoosetheMechanicalBranchintheExpert ModulewillusePATRAN/MSCNASTRANorANSYSsoftwareinDynamic,Non-Linear and Heat Transfer, Electromagnetic and Composite Structures specialized modules and CFD++ or ANSYS CFD and XFLOW software in Fluid Mechanics specialized module.ConstructionBranch:ParticipantswhochoosetheConstructionBranchintheExpert modulewilluseCivilFEMwithMarcorCivilFEMforANSYSinDynamic,Non-Linear, Steel Structure, Concrete Advanced analysis and Geotechnics specialized modules. 8 International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation DEGREES The following degrees will be awarded upon the successful completion of the different requirement levels: Expert in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element MethodRequirement: Complete the Expert ModuleSpecialist in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE SimulationRequirements: 1) Complete the Expert Module and 2) one Specialized Module.MastersinTheoryandPracticalApplicationofFiniteElementMethodandCAE SimulationRequirements: 1) Complete the Expert Module, 2) one of the specialized module groups and 3) the Final Master Project. Diplomas are issued by UNED (Universidad Nacional de Educacin a Distancia) in Spain. Toenrollinthispostgraduateprogram,anEHEAorequivalentBachelorsdegreeor greater is required (EEES Grade) SPECIAL FINAL PROJECT AWARD UNEDanditsSuperiorTechnicalSchoolofMechanicalEngineerswillrewardthebest M.Sc.sfinalprojectpresentedintheprogram.Theawardwillconsistofpublic recognitionofthestudentsworkandthereimbursementoftheFinalProject enrollment fees. Detailed contest rules are in the mechanical or construction program student guide. 9 International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation 2.METHODOLOGY BEFORE STARTING. HOW TO APPROACH THE MASTERS SincethisisanonlineMastersofgreatscope,itisnecessarytogivethestudentan idea ofhow toapproachit. Therefore, thissectionshould bereadbeforestartingthe course. Firstofall,youshouldattendtheopeningsession(February7th2015.11:00to14:00Madrid-Spain GMT+1).Lastyearalotofpeoplewerewaitingforonlinelessonswhen,infact,thereareno "direct" lessons. It should be pointed out that it is mainly a self-study course, hence it ishighlyadvisablethatstudentsstarttostudyassoonasthecoursematerialis delivered. Each module will start with an online meeting. The goal of these online meetings is to lay the foundations for each subject. The professor or tutor of each subject will explain themainthemesofthesubjectssyllabus.Youwillbeabletoaskanyquestionsyou may have in a Q&A section. Please pay attention to forums where the meetings will be announced. Theteachingstaffthinksthatitisadvisabletosimultaneouslystartstudyingthe FoundationsandApplicationsubjectofeachmodule(ExpertmoduleorSpecialized modules). This also implies progressively completing the corresponding self-evaluation exercisesofthesesubjects(theexercisessolvedinthebasetextofeachsubject).As studentsprogressinthestudy,theywillbeabletocompletetheContinuous Assessment Exercises (CAEs).In the calendar at the end of this section, you will find the deadlines for the CAEs and the exams, so pleasemake a note of these dates. It is highly recommended (although not mandatory) that all studentssubmit the CAEs; this will help you to get involved in themodulesandwillserveastrainingfortheexam.Alltheinformationaboutthe CAEs is available in the virtual classroom. SolvingtheCAEswillgivethestudenttheopportunitytoimprovetheirmodeling techniques, to learn or improve their reporting skills and to learn how to perform an FE 10 International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation analysis(asdoneintheindustry).Directsupportfromexperiencedengineerswillbe provided, giving added value to doing the CAEs. Asinanyothercourse,continuouspracticeisthekeytosuccess.Forthispurpose, each module provides the student with a set of training exercises that should be done as the student is progressing through the theoretical contents. TUTORSHIPS Tutorshipsconsistofguidingthestudentsintheirlearningprocess.Todothisthe Mastersmainlyusesonlinemeetings,virtualclassroomsandtheforumsforeach subject. Tutorships will be conducted in English or Spanish. Key elements of distance learning are: Online meetings: Subject specific sessions on each module will be given by the professor and recorded for viewing at your discretion. Virtualclassrooms:Thisiswhereyouwillfindthenecessarymaterialsand content to navigate through the course. You will find the teaching and exercise materials, software, forums, etc. In order to use this tool, it is necessary to have an internet connection. Forums: Where the students have the chance to interact and consult with each otherandthetutors(availableinEnglishorSpanish).Thisisaverypowerful toolifusedproperlyandinaccordancewiththerules.Lotsofquestionsand doubts can be answered and clarified through the forums.Base texts: The main training material of the Masters. Specially created for the program,combinedwithaselectedbibliographytostudy.Thesetextsarefor theFoundation,ApplicationandPracticalcoursesaswellasbeingpartof hands-on exercises. Software:StudentswillhaveaccesstoeducationalsoftwarelicensesofMSC SoftwaresPatranandMSCNastran,CivilFEMbyIngeciber,andCFD++by METACOMPtousethroughoutthetheoreticaltrainingofthecourse.Allthe 11 International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation software included is 3D based and has all the elements needed to complete the various types of analysis throughout the course.oMinimum computer requirements and the installation and configuration instructions for the software can be found in the virtual classroom. Self-evaluationexercises:Testyourselfandtrackyourprogressthroughthese exercises and related solutions available in the base texts. Check your acquired subject knowledge and see where you need to improve. ContinuousAssessmentExercises(CAEs):Theseexercisesarepartofthe variousmodulestrainingmaterialsandareaccessiblethroughthevirtual classroom. These exercises should be solved and submitted to the professor for review. Exams: Will be conducted using distance test questions and practical exercises. They are completely online. Tutorships will primarily be available through the virtual classroom, although it will be possibletocontactthecourse teachingstaff by telephone,e-mail orin personduring normalofficehours.Eachsubjectwillofferfourhoursoftutorshipsperweek.More informationaboutthiswillbeprovidedbytheindividualprofessors.Theprofessors contact information is located in the branch specific guides. International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation TIMETABLE OF THE 21st MASTERS EDITION Continuous Assessment Exercises (CAEs) dates and Exams.MECHANICAL AND CONSTRUCTION BRANCH FEBRUARY 2015 MARCH2015 APRIL2015 MAY2015 JUNE2015 WEEK291623291623306132027411182518152229 EXPERT MODULE AF. 1. FEM General TheoryTBD AF.2. FEM Introduction to programmingTBD AF.3. Numerical CalculationTBD AF.4. Material constitutive laws TBD AP.1. Introduction to the use of practical softwareAESEXREXREXR AP.2. Computer-Aided engineering techniquesAES AP.3. Practice problems AES SPECIALIZED MODULES FOUNDATIONS( A.1, B.1, C.1, E.1, F.1, H.1, I.1, J.1, K.1)TBD APPLICATION( A.2, B.2, C.2, E.2, F.2, H.2, I.2, J.2, K.2)AESEXR PRACTICE PROBLEMS(A.3, B.3, C.3, E.3, F.3, H.3, I.3, J.3, K.3)AES AES:CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT EXERCISE SENT;EXR:RETURN OF CONTINUOUS ASSESMENT EXERCISE TBD (To Be Determined). Foundation subjects CAEs dates will be defined during the first days of course.Please pay attention to the forums in the virtual classrooms and to the Professor and tutor notifications. 13 International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation Continuous Assessment Exercises (CAEs) dates and Exams.MECHANICAL AND CONSTRUCTION BRANCH JULY2015 AUGUST 2015 SEPTEMBER 2015 OCTOBER2015 NOVEMBER2015 WEEK613202731017243171421285121926291623 EXPERT MODULESEEREESEE*REE* AF. 1. FEM General TheoryEXR AF.2. FEM Introduction to programmingEXR AF.3. Numerical CalculationEXR AF.4. Material constitutive laws EXR AP.1. Introduction to the use of practical softwareEXREXR AP.2. Computer-Aided engineering techniques AP.3. Practice problemsSPECIALIZED MODULES FOUNDATIONS ( A.1, B.1, C.1, E.1, F.1, H.1, I.1,J.1)APPLICATION( A.2, B.2, C.2, E.2, F.2, H.2, I.2,J.2)EXREXREXR PRACTICE PROBLEMS(A.3, B.3, C.3, E.3, F.3, H.3, I.3,J.3) AES:CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT EXERCISE SENT;EXR:RETURN OF CONTINUOUS ASSESMENT EXERCISE SEE:EVALUATION EXAM SENT;REE:RETURN OF EVALUATION EXAM*EXTRAORDINARY CALL OF THE EXPERT MODULE 14 International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation INAUGURAL SESSION The date set for the inaugural session is the following: Inauguralsession:Saturday7thFebruary,2015,from11:00amto2:00pm(CET) Central European Time. Thelocationandremoteaccessinformationtotheinauguralsessionwillbe communicatedtostudentsinadvanceandcanalsobefollowedviathevirtual classroom. EVALUATION Student evaluations will be conducted usingdirect contact through the tutorships and thevirtualclassroom,onlineexams,continuousassessmentexercisesandthefinal project. The student grade will be based on the following criteria: 1-Online exams: the following tests will be conducted: AMultipleChoicetestabout theExpertModule contentwith30questions (75%ofthe examvalue)andarelatedpractical exercise(25%of theexam value).AMultipleChoicetestabouteachSpecializedModulestaken(2/3ofthe exam grade) and a related practical exercise (1/3 of the exam grade). Inordertosuccessfullypass theexam,itisnecessarytoobtaina minimummarkof 4 out of 10 in the practical exercise.The exams will be conducted through the virtual classroom.For the Expert Module, a make-up exam will be available for those students who failed or were not able to take the exam in the first place. International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation 15 EXAMS TIMETABLE Start date for evaluation End of the evaluation EVALUATION (EXPERT MODULE) Monday 28 th September, 2015 Sunday 11th October, 2015 EVALUATION (SPECIALIZED MODULES and extraordinary call of the Expert Module) Monday 9th November, 2015 Sunday 22th November, 2015 To complete the Multiple Choice test, the student may take 4 hours within the 2 weeks in which the exam is available and for the practical exercise exam the student may take the whole 2 weeks in which the exam is available. 2-Continuousassessmentexercises(CAEs):therearemanybenefitstothese exercises: Awaytosettleideasandtoclarifyconceptsrelatedtothecourse content. A way to develop teacher/student relationship and communication. A means of self-assessment. A means of assessment by the professor. Itisworthnotingthatthecompletionoftheseexercisescanonlyhavea positive impact on the final module grade, adding up to one more point to the finalgradeofthecorrespondingmodule.Theseexercisesareaccessible International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation 16 throughthevirtualclassroomtools.Seethefollowingcalendartocheckthe dates of the exercises. Wesuggestgraduallysendingtheremoteevaluationexercisesasthestudent progresses through the subject. This will help the student absorb the materials as part of the continuous learning process. 3-MastersFinalProject:Willbedirectedbyamemberoftheteachingstaffof theprogramandjudgedbyacommitteeappointedbytheMasters Directorate. TEACHING STAFF Director: Professor Juan Jos Benito Muoz. Construction Engineering and Manufacturing Department, School of Mechanical Engineers, UNED University. Co - Director: Mr. Miguel ngel Moreno Fdez. de Yepes. CEO, Ingeciber, S.A. Deputy Director: Mr. Ambrosio Baos Abascal.Head of Mechanical Engineering Department, Ingeciber, S.A.Professors: - Professor Enrique Alarcn lvarez. Civil Engineer PhD, U.P.M.- Mrs. Arancha Alarcn-Fleming. Mechnical Engineer PhD.- Mr. Jos Ramn Arroyo Arroyo. MsC Mechanical Engineer, INTEMAC- Associate Professor Ramn lvarez Cabal. Mechanical Engineer PhD, U.P.M.- Professor Juan Jos Benito Muoz. Mechanical Engineer PhD, UNED- Associate Professor Francisco Blzquez Garca. Mechanical Engineer PhD, U.P.M. - Associate Professor Pablo de la Fuente Martn. Civil Engineer PhD, U.P.M.- Professor Luis Gavete Corvinos. Mine Engineer PhD, U.P.M.- Professor Julio Hernndez Rodrguez. Mechanical Engineer PhD, UNED- Mr. Marcos Latorre Ferrs. MsC Aeronautical Engineer. U.P.M.International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation 17 - Mr. Enrique Lpez del Hierro Fernndez. MsC Mechanical Engineer, UNED- Professor Francisco Montans Leal. Mechanical Engineer PhD, U.P.M.- Associate Professor Ignacio del Rey Llorente. Mechanical Engineer PhD, U.P.M - Professor Mariano Rodrguez-Avial Llardent. Mechanical Engineer PhD, UNED- Associate Professor Jos ngel Snchez Fernndez. Civil Engineer PhD, U.P.M. - Professor Jos M Sancho Aznal. Architect PhD, U.P.M. Lecturers: - Mrs. M Cruz Argeso Chamorro. MsC Civil Engineer. Ingeciber, S.A. - Mr. Gabriel Arias. MsC Mechanical Engineer. IDAC - Mr. Pablo Arrieta Yez. MsC Naval Engineer, Ingeciber, S.A. - Mr. Ambrosio Baos Abascal. MsC Science, Ingeciber, S.A.- Mr. Daniele Calsolaro. MsC Aerospace Engineer. Enginsoft - Mr. Michele Camposaragna. MsC Mechanical Engineer. PhD Applied Mathematics. Enginsoft - Mr. Javier Carro Sotillos. MsC Civil Engineer, Ingeciber, S.A.- Mr. Stefano Cavalleri. MsC Mechanical Engineer. PhD Mechatronics and Innovative Technologies. Enginsoft - Mr. Massimo Galbiati. MsC Environmental Engineer. Enginsoft - Mr. Jos Luis Gmez Villanueva. MsC Mechanical Engineer. Ingeciber, S.A. - Mr. Amer Kasim. MsC Mechanical Engineer. UNED collaborator.- Mr. Juan Carlos Lancha. Civil Engineer PhD. OHL Group. - Mr. Romn Martn Martn. MsC Civil Engineer, Ingeciber, S.A. - Mr. Miguel ngel Moreno Fdez. De Yepes. Civil Engineer PhD, Ingeciber, S.A.- Ms. Valentina Peselli. MsC Aerospace Engineer. Enginsoft - Mr. Fabio Rossetti. MsC Mechanical Engineer. Enginsoft - Mr. Eduardo Salete Casino. Civil Engineer PhD, UNED - Mr. Miguel ngel Sanz Gmez. MsC Mechanical Engineer. U.P.M.- Mr. Andrea Ignazio Serra. MsC Telecommunication Engineer. PhD Information Engineer. Enginsoft - Mr. Mariano Serrano de la Asuncin. Mechanical Engineer. Ingeciber, S.A.- Mr. Ronald Siat Caparrs. MsC Civil Engineer, Ingeciber, S.A. - Mr. Alessio Trevisan. MsC Mechanical Engineer. Enginsoft - Mr. Luis Valdivia Montoro. MsC Civil Engineer. Ingeciber, S.A. - Mrs. Elena Vallejo. MsC Mechanical Engineer. IDAC - Mr. Nicola Varotto. MsC Civil Engineer. Enginsoft International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation 18 INFORMATION SERVICE Mrs. Gema Ramos e-mail: g.ramos@ingeciber.com Ingeciber, S.A. Avda. Monforte de Lemos, 189 28035. Madrid (Spain) Phone: +34 91 386 22 22 FAX: +34 91 386 45 80 Web: www.uned.es/mastermef Relevant Data Escuela Superior de Ingenieros Industriales (Superior School of Mechanical Engineers). UNED C/ Juan del Rosal, 12. 28040 Madrid (Espaa) International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation 19 3.VIRTUAL CLASSROOM INTRODUCTION Overthelastdecadetheimportanceoftheinternetasaninformationandideas exchangehasgrownwhiletheeaseofaccesstothewebhasincreased.Todaythe internetisrapidlybecomingthebestwaytoprovideanextendedteaching-learning environment that goes beyond the capabilities of a conventional university classroom. Thelearningexperienceisenhancedbymakingthefollowingtoolsandbenefits available for students: Remote Online Access: offers the time savings and the distance learning flexibility MultimediaCommunicationwithotherstudents,professorsandtutors from around the Globe Online Notice board 24/7 Access to current teaching materials and exercises Meetings online Etc. Inordertotakeadvantageofalltheavailabletechnologyandtocreateatopnotch teaching-learningenvironmentontheweb,UNEDandINGECIBERhaveadoptedthe aLF,LearningManagementSystemwhichcontainsalltherequiredfeaturesandtools inafriendlyand easytouseframework.Thisenvironmentwillprovidestudentswith all the essential information to participate and succeed in the program. International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation 20 VIRTUAL CLASSROOM LOG IN INSTRUCTIONS To access the virtual classroom, please use the following link: http://formacionpermanente.cursosvirtuales.uned.esUsername and password needed: Use the UNED ID and password obtainedduring the registration process.

Click here Enter UNED ID Enter Password International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation 21 ChangetoEnglish language if needed Gotothevirtual classrooms 22 International Masters in Theoretical and Practical Application of Finite Element Method and CAE Simulation CONTENTS AND STRUCTURE Theprogramisorganizedbymodulesandtheircorrespondingvirtualclassrooms. Theseclassroomsarethehubforaccessingandlearningthecontentofthevarious modulessubjectsandfacilitatingcommunicationbetweenstudents,professorsand tutors. The following tools are available in the virtual classrooms: Teaching materials for the module. Self-assessment tools (where appropriate). Remote evaluation tools (where appropriate). Means to contact professors and tutors. Exams Thereisalsoacommonspace,forallstudents,calledCourseGeneralContent,in which these additional tools are available: Communications from the course management. Guides and information about the course. Software access and installation instructions. Links to the inaugural session. Communication tools and contact information: oSecretariat forum: communication with the program secretariat. oTechnicalsupportforum:Directcommunicationwiththepersonin chargeofresolvingproblemsregardingsoftwareinstallationandthe use of the virtual classroom. oStudents forum: For the exchange of ideas and views.