| Unit name | Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer |
|---|---|
| Unit code | MENG30008 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | H/6 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12) |
| Unit director | Dr. Becky Selwyn |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
Thermofluids 2, Engineering Mathematics 2 |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | School of Electrical, Electronic and Mechanical Engineering |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
In this course we use a rigorous mathematical approach to understand aspects of heat and mass transfer. We derive the Navier-Stokes and Energy equations and learn how to apply relevant simplifications to reduce them to describe fluid flow and heat transfer in various scenarios. We learn how to solve these reduced equations analytically, numerically and with suitable software to investigate real-world applications. We also introduce the topic of turbulence and its modelling.
Upon successful completion of the unit, students will be able to:
1. Explain the derivations of key heat and mass transfer equations, providing physical interpretation of the various terms and how modelling assumptions can be used to simplify the models to fit the application;
2. Solve the simplified models using either analytical or numerical solutions, to provide a physical interpretation of the problem by:
i) applying relevant assumptions and boundary conditions for analytical solutions
ii) investigating the order, accuracy and stability of the numerical discretisation
iii) recognising the benefits and limitations of each solution method and proposing possible improvements
3. Plan, design and organise numerical simulations to solve a problem.
Learning material including videos, notes and narrated lectures will be made available to the students support by online and, where possible, face to face interactions for problem solving.
Single examination assessing all learning outcomes. Feedback will be provided to students via formative assessment elements during the year.
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How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours
of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks,
independent learning and assessment activity.
See the Faculty workload statement relating to this unit for more information.
Assessment
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit.
The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. If you have self-certificated your absence from an
assessment, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (this is usually in the next assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any extenuating circumstances and operates
within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
