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TEACHING 

PhD courses

1. Advanced Topics in Computational Methods in Mech. Engineering

2. Advanced Mechanical Design and Simulation

3. Modeling and Simulation of Dynamic Systems  

MSc Courses

1. MSK550 CAD/CAM and Additive Manufacturing (2008 - )

2. DMS6021 Dynamics and Control of Mechanical Systems  (JU, 2017- )

3. Mechanics of Composite Materials, (AASTU, 2018 -)

4. INE3610 Computer-Integrated Manufacturing (UiT, Narvik Campus, 2020 -) 

BSc courses

1. MSK210 Mechanical Design (2014 -

2. BIM150 - Mechanical Design of Machine Elements (2005 - 2013) 

3. BIM140/MSK250 - Finite Element Methods, an introductory course (2005 - )

4. BIM100 - Introduction to Mechanical Engineering (2003 - 2010)

5. BIB120 Strength of Materials (2007/08)

6. TE0208 - Structural Analysis using Finite Element Methods (2002-2004)

7. TE0454 - Machine elements 1 (2002 - 2004)

8. TE0455 - Machine elements 2, course coordinator (2002 - 2004)

Previously taught course outside UiS

1. Production Technology (Assistant lecturer, NTNU, Norway)

2. Manufacturing systems (Assistant lecturer, NTNU, Norway)

3. Data-integrated Manufacturing (Assistant lecturer, NTNU, Norway)

4. Robot Technology (Assistant lecturer, NTNU, Norway)

5. Digital Control of machines and production systems (Assistant lecturer, NTNU, Norway)

6. Machine Elements for Electrical Engineers (AAU, Ethiopia)

7. Descriptive Geometry and Technical Drawing (AAU, Ethiopia)

8. Engineering Mechanics II - Dynamics (AAU, Ethiopia)

Invited lectures, Industrial and other external short courses

1. Finite Element Analysis Using ANSYS (Spring 2017 and 2018), Tecnologico de Montrrey, Mexico

2. Nonlinear strength analysis of mechanical components (Fall 2011), Wollega University

3. Tolerance and accuracy calculation in design (Fall 2011), Wollega University

4. 3D modelling using Solid Edge (Fall 2011), Wollega University

5. Static analysis using Finite Element Methods, an introduction (Fall 2011), Jimma University

6. How to Use ANSYS for Strength Analysis - Application Examples, Dec. 2010, Universidad de Vigo, Spain

7. Experimental study and Finite Element Analysis of Expandable Tubulars (Guest lecture, May 2010)
   Rzeszow University of Technology, Poland. [Appeared in Technical Magazine of the University, in Polish]

8. Theories of Machines and Mechanisms, (Guest lecture, May 2009)
   University of Huelva, Polytechnique Inst., Huelva, Spain.

9. Introduction to product development and 3D modeling, 2 days course (April 2009),  
   as part of the program "Teknologi og forkningslære, TOF, Rogaland fylkeskommune)
   Target participants: High School Teachers from Rogaland county

10. Introduction to product development and 3D modeling, 2 days course (November 2007),  
    as part of the program "Teknologi og forkningslære, TOF, Rogaland fylkeskommune)
    Target participants: High School Teachers from Rogaland county

11. Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), 15 - 20 hrs course
    Target participants: Designers, machine operators and production inspectors
    Course offered to: Aarbakke AS, iFOKUS, Peak Well Solutions, Roxar AS, Kverneland Group, Oceaneering AS ...

Knowledge Database

Computer-Aided Engineering, CAE  CAE Fundamentals Fundamentals of computer-aided geometric design  (e-book) Fundamentals of computer-aided engineering    (e-book) Course notes on Computing with Geometry,   Michigan Univ. CAE software  - Design and Simulation in Mechanical Engineering KISS Soft - Calculation program for machine design ADAMS MSc Software for multibody dynamics Multi-body Simulation Software

Knowledge dbase on FEM/FEA and related subjects FEM/FEA Basics What is a Finite Element Method?    Concept definition by Encyclopedia of Wikipedia Deflection of Beams Example of beam elements Note on isometric mapping Fixed End Moments in Structural Analysis Plane problems Finite Element Analysis/Method Resources Sources of errors in FEA Introduction to Finite Element Methods (Univ. of Colorado) Nonlinear Finite Element Methods (Univ. of Colorado) Advanced Finite Element Methods (Univ. of Colorado)       FEA Software ANSYS home page ANSYS TIPS (Getting started with ANSYS) FEA with ANSYS -Information and Tips ANSYS Tutorials, release 9 FEA Programming Learning MATLAB 7 Matrix Manipulations Introduction to MATLAB Programming FEMs in MATLAB Sample problem in CALFEM CALFEM MATLAB Premier Diverse Related Links NAFEMS Analysis Resources MathWorld  - enrich your mathematical backgrounds by free resources from Wolfram Research. Introduction to FEA , Society of Robots   Questions can be directed to the author of this page.

Knowledge dbase on  Design of Machine Elements (+Important Links)
On local server
Tabell for stålstandarder fra Norsk Stål
Stanadard stålprofiler
Data for metric bolts
Standard metric bolt dimenstions
Bolt and screw definition
Guidelines for SI units
Strength of Metric bolts
Dimentioning with combined stress
Note on fatigue (see also this link)
Note on S-N diagram
Stress concentration factors
External links
University of Massachusetts, Mech. Eng'g Electronic Design Library
Bolt Science home page - basic principles of bolted connections
Important links at Bolt Science home page
Mechanical Engineering home page
Bolt torque calculator
Grade Markings & Mechanical Properties for Steel Fasteners
Dimensions and mechanical properties of Metric bolts and screw
Calculate stresses using Mohr's Circle
Design Equations for columns
Notes on Design and Analysis of Machine Elements    (by Douglas Wright, Australia)
Introduction to mechanisms (Carnegie Mellon University)
Home page of the Virtual Mechanism
Application Engineering - Power screws
Design Edge - Design and manufacturing calculators
Science & Engineering Encyclopedia
DtC-Lenz - leverandør av elektriske drivsystemer og maskinautomasjon, f. eks. elektromotorer
Online eTextbook of car components (movies)
Teknologi forum - bærende konstruksjoner
Applied Science For Metal Workers (Free ebook)
Hand book of METRIC DRIVE COMPONENTS Introduction to Metric Gears Basic Gear Technology Involute Gearing Spur Gear Calculations Gear Forces etc.
Calculatator for interference fits, press and shrink
If any of the above links are not functioning or if you have contribution to this knowledge database, please do not hesitate to contact me.