On the basis of analysis on existing problems of the traditional finite element teaching method to undergraduates, the finite element software is introduced to course teaching. In order to enhance the activity of students in their study, cultivate their creativity and practical ability, teaching objectives, program, method, contents and investigations are formulated. Engineering examples are explained in detail for the usage of the given data by power point, simultaneously, the finite element method and steps are expounded detailedly. And then students participate in computer practice and exercises after class to reach deeper understanding of finite element theory in the process of discovering and solving problems constantly.