19th Annual Short Course on Probabilistic Analysis and Design: Computational Methods and Applications

September 8-12, 2008; San Antonio, Texas

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Overview

This 4-1/2 day course is intended for engineers, scientists, and technical managers concerned with managing the uncertainties and risks of structural, mechanical, and other engineering systems, and desire to become familiar with the background and use of state-of-the-art probabilistic methods.

The course focuses on the theoretical background, computational implementation, and application methods for probabilistic analysis and design. A significant portion of the course will be hands-on workshops to allow students to explore the formulation, implementation, and solution of probabilistic problems. Selected design problems will be used throughout the lectures and workshops.

Applications

• Structural analysis
• Fracture mechanics
• Reliability-based design optimization
• Automotive structures
• Geomechanics
• Turbine engine structures
• Biomechanics
• Other engineering applications

Lectures

• Probability and statistical fundamentals
• Probabilistic analysis and design
• State-of-the-art computational probabilistic analysis methods
• Component reliability
• System reliability
• Probabilistic finite element methods

Workshops

Hands-on formulation and solution of probabilistic engineering problems using:

• Analytical probabilistic methods
• Computational probabilistic methods
• Probabilistic design
• Probabilistic finite element methods

Materials/Software Tools

• Lecture notes
• A six-month license for the NESSUS probabilistic analysis computer program will be given to attendees at the completion of the course.

Price

Registration for the course is $2,050 (U.S. currency), with a $150 discount if payment is received at least 45 days in advance.

Information and Registration

Online Registration Form

SwRI can host tailored courses in the areas of probabilistic analysis and design to meet your specific needs. This course or a custom course can be taught at SwRI or at your site. For more information about this short course or a custom course, contact David S. Riha, Southwest Research Institute, 6220 Culebra Road, P.O. Drawer 28510, San Antonio, Texas 78228-0510, phone (210) 522-5221, fax (210) 522-3042.

This course is taught by the staff in the Mechanics and Materials Section.