Study information

Introduction to Fluid Dynamics - 2023 entry

MODULE TITLEIntroduction to Fluid Dynamics CREDIT VALUE15
MODULE CODEENG2007 MODULE CONVENERDr Mohammad Akrami (Coordinator)
DURATION: TERM 1 2 3
DURATION: WEEKS 11
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated)
DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

Almost all engineered objects are immersed either in air or water (or both), or make use of some working fluid in their operation. This is particularly true of machines for energy generation and conversion, such as engines, turbines, renewable energy devices such as wind turbines or wave- energy converters.

The ability to understand and predict the behaviour of such devices is therefore of key importance for engineers. In this module, you will learn about the fundamentals of fluid systems; pressure, flow and viscosity, and how they can be analysed experimentally and mathematically. Engineering applications covered include pumps and turbines, and internal flows in pipe networks.

 

AIMS - intentions of the module

By the end of this course, you will have the skills to analyse engineering systems involving internal and external flows, using experimental and mathematical techniques together with tables and charts of fluid dynamical and physical properties.

 

 

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)

 

ILO # Intended Learning Outcome AHEP* ILO - MEng AHEP ILO - BEng
ILO    #1             Understand fundamental concepts of fluid mechanics such as pressure, viscosity, describe mechanisms for their measurement;                                               SM2m, SM3m, SM4m, SM5m, SM6m, EA1m, D4m                 SM2p, SM3p, EA1p, D4p                     
ILO #2

Classify types of fluid motion (e.g. laminar/turbulent) and apply dimensional analysis to their description;

 

    
ILO #3

Analyse fluid mechanical systems using conservation laws in integral form, potential and stream functions;

 

    
ILO #4

Describe different types of turbines and pumps and choose for a given application, calculate efficiencies;

 

    
ILO #5

Analyse pipe and pipe/pump networks using head equation and head losses;

 

    
ILO #6

Carry out and report experiments on engineering systems;         

         

 EA1m, EA4m EA1p, EA4p
ILO #7

Conduct formal calculations on engineering systems with accuracy;    

   

    
ILO #8

Locate and accurately use data for engineering calculations;

 

    
ILO #9

Demonstrate enhanced problem solving ability;

 

 G3m, G4m G3p, G4p
ILO #10

Exemplify strong report writing skills;

 

    
ILO #11 Prove advanced ability to carry out private study and group working skills.
 		    
*Engineering Council Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes (AHEP) ILOs for MEng and BEng Degrees

 

SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module

1: Pressure and head:

Basic concepts of fluid mechanics

2: Static forces on surfaces:

Basic concepts of fluid mechanics

3: Buoyancy, velocity, measurement techniques:

Basic concepts of fluid mechanics

4: Laminar, transitional and turbulent flow:

Basic concepts of fluid mechanics

5: Dimensionless groups (in particular Reynolds and Froude numbers) and dimensional analysis:

Basic concepts of fluid mechanics

6: Continuity and momentum equations, energy equation and Bernoulli’s equation:

Equations of fluid mechanics

7: Concept of potential flows:

Potential flow theory

8: Streamlines, streaklines and pathlines:

Potential flow theory

9: Solution using potential and stream functions, vorticity:

Potential flow theory

10: Introduction of boundary layers for external flows:

Potential flow theory

11: Conservation laws in integral form; application to solve engineering problems (e.g. turbines):

Potential flow theory

12: Head equation for internal flow, concept of head loss, Darcy-Weisbach equation, Moody diagram and minor losses:

Engineering applications

13: Pumps and turbines; designs, efficiency analysis, simple pipe networks in parallel and series:

Engineering applications

 

LEARNING AND TEACHING
LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities 50 Guided Independent Study 100 Placement / Study Abroad
DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Category           Hours of study time              Description        
Scheduled learning & teaching activities                24 Lecture
Scheduled learning & teaching activities                12 Tutorial
Scheduled learning & teaching activities                14 Laboratory
Guided independent study               100 Independent study

             

ASSESSMENT
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)
Coursework 30 Written Exams 70 Practical Exams
DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT
Form of assessment         % of credit Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length)       ILOs assessed Feedback method
Written exam 70 2 hours Winter) 1-5, 7, 9  
Coursework - two laboratory experiments and reports 30 16 hours 6-11  

 

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)
Original Form of Assessment Form of Re-assessment ILOs Re-assessed Time Scale for Re-reassessment
All above Exam (100% - 2 hours) 1-5, 7, 9 Ref/def period

 

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

Reassessment will be by a single written exam only worth 100% of the module. For deferred candidates, the mark will be uncapped. For referred candidates, the mark will be capped at 40%.

RESOURCES
INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener

Reading list for this module:

Type Author Title Edition Publisher Year ISBN
Set Douglas, J.F., Gasiorek, J.M., Swaffield, J.A. Fluid Mechanics 6th Pearson/Prentice Hall 2011 10: 0273717723
CREDIT VALUE 15 ECTS VALUE
PRE-REQUISITE MODULES None
CO-REQUISITE MODULES None
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) 5 AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING No
ORIGIN DATE Tuesday 14th May 2019 LAST REVISION DATE Wednesday 18th January 2023
KEY WORDS SEARCH None Defined

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