Introductory course covering the theory behind and applications of the finite element method as a general and powerful tool to model a variety of phenomena in mechanical engineering. Applications include structural mechanics, mechanics of elastic continua, and heat conduction. Prereq., MCEN 2023 and 2063, or equivalents. Same as MCEN 5173. Prerequisites: Restricted to Mechanical (MCEN or MCMR) majors or students with a plan of Mechanical Engineering Concurrent Degree majors.