| Unit name | Numerical and Simulation Methods for Aerodynamics |
|---|---|
| Unit code | AENGM0066 |
| Credit points | 10 |
| Level of study | M/7 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12) |
| Unit director | Professor. Allen |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
EMAT20200 Engineering Mathematics 2 |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | Department of Aerospace Engineering |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
This unit is an introduction to the fundamental mathematical and physical principles involved in the development and application of modern methods in numerical and simulation methods for aerodynamics. Forms of the governing flow equations are first discussed and these are then reduced to a simple model equation, which is used for the development and testing of fundamental numerical methods. Accuracy, stability, and convergence of these schemes are investigated mathematically. Issues involved in applying these methods to real aerodynamic flows are then discussed, i.e. methods required to produce simulation methods, including mesh generation aspects, finite-volume methods, data storage and memory implications, and the impact of continuing developments in computer architecture.
Aims:
The aim of this unit is to equip the student with: Knowledge and understanding of the fundamental mathematical and physical principles involved in the development of numerical methods; Knowledge and understanding of the issues involved in applying modern numerical methods in computational aerodynamics; Knowledge and understanding of methods of mesh generation and links with numerical code development; Knowledge and understanding of the impact of developments in computer hardware and software on application of computational methods; Skills necessary to develop numerical simulation codes
On successful completion of the unit students should be able to achieve the following outcomes:
Teaching will be delivered through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous sessions, which may include lectures, practical activities supported by drop-in sessions, problem sheets and self-directed exercises.
100% January timed assessment
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How much time the unit requires
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of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks,
independent learning and assessment activity.
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Assessment
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assessment, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (this is usually in the next assessment period).
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