Module 1 : Basic training
March 11, 2026

Module 1 : Basic training

Code_Aster & Salomé-Méca Training Course

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to code_aster and the Salomé-Méca environment, covering the entire workflow of a study: geometry definition, meshing, modelling, calculation and post-processing of results. The course content, which focuses on linear mechanics and thermal analysis, is reinforced by numerous practical exercises based on real-world examples (perforated plate, pressurised cylinder, bent pipe).

Recommended level: basic knowledge of continuum mechanics and the finite element method.

Course materials

Find all the training materials in PDF format below:

01 - Introduction to Code_Aster and Salomé-Méca

02 - CAD and meshing in Salomé-Méca Shaper and Smesh

03 - Using code_aster in Salomé-Méca Asterstudy1

04 - A simple mechanical study 2

05 - Functions and formulas 2

06 - Thermal analysis 21

07 - Structural elements 2

08 - Salomé-Méca 2 open source distribution

09 - Dynamic update

Practical exercises

Practical work allows students to apply the concepts presented in the course materials.

Files for practical work

Practical 1 — Perforated plate in elastic deformation

  • Linear mechanics calculations
  • Introduction to AsterStudy

Practical 2 — Pressurised cylinder

  • Mechanical calculations under internal pressure
  • Use of parametric functions and formulas

Practical 3 — Bent pipe

  • Thermal analysis
  • Dynamic calculation
  • Finite element modelling