This course will show students how to solve Linear FEA problems using the software Hypermesh and Basic FEA. Students will learn the basic steps to set up a FEA problem, the important aspects to consider in setting up a FEA problem, and how to interpret the results. The training will focus on understanding how to solve structural problems using a high level finite element solver, the theoretical and practical aspects of these problems are presented to provide the attendees a very good base to start using OptiStruct on their own models.