Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction.- Modelling of Continuum Mechanical Problems.- Discretization of Problem Domain.- Finite-Volume Methods.- Finite-Element Methods.- Time Discretization.- Solution of Algebraic Systems of Equations.- Properties of Numerical Methods.- Finite-Element Methods in Structural Mechanics.- Finite-Volume Methods for Incompressible Flows.- Acceleration of Computations.- List of Symbols.- References.- Index.

This book is an introduction to modern numerical methods in engineering. It covers applications in fluid mechanics, structural mechanics, and heat transfer as the most relevant fields for engineering disciplines, such as computational engineering, scientific computing, mechanical engineering, as well as chemical and civil engineering. The content covers all aspects in the interdisciplinary field which are essential for an 'up-to-date' engineer.