| Unit name | Fluids 3 |
|---|---|
| Unit code | MENG30001 |
| Credit points | 10 |
| Level of study | H/6 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24) |
| Unit director | Dr. Gambaruto |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
Thermodynamics 1, Thermofluids 2, Engineering Mathematics 2 |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | School of Engineering Mathematics and Technology |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
In this course we will focus on understanding physical aspects of fluid mechanics, starting by deriving the Navier-Stokes equations, and learn how these can be simplified depending on the problem. We will look at how to solve these equations numerically and will make use of a software package to look at real-world applications. The course will also provide an introduction to the topic of turbulence and its modelling.
ILO 1: List the important definitions and principles of fluid mechanics;
ILO 2: Explain the derivations of key equations (conservation equations for mass, momentum and energy), and interpret the physical interpretation of the various terms and how modelling assumptions can be used to simplify the models to fit the application;
ILO 3: Implement a numerical discretisation of the governing equations in a software code, to set up and execute numerical simulations. Use the concepts of turbulence to calculate flow properties and the energy cascade;
ILO 4: Explain and interpret problems related to internal and external flows, including boundary layers and shear layers;
ILO 5: Infer and list the assumptions and physical principles pertinent to ILO2 and ILO4;
ILO 6: Plan, design and organise numerical simulations cases to solve a fluid mechanics problem;
ILO 7: Execute calculations to get estimates of fluid mechanics properties pertinent to ILO2 and ILO4;
ILO 8: Critically evaluate the solutions of the numerical simulations, leading to improved problem analysis and design, as well as to perceive the limitations to numerical results.
16 hours of Lectures, 6 hours of computer labs
50% coursework: 50% examination
