Module overview
This module covers a wide range of topics of fluid mechanics in order to offer basic knowledge and foundations applicable to various mechanical and acoustical engineering problems. This module introduces fundamental principles of conservation (mass, momentum and energy) laws of fluid flow, potential (ideal) flow, inviscid compressible flow and viscous flow. This module is also complemented by lab classes and tutorials.
Linked modules
Pre-requisite: FEEG1003
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Full CEng Programme Level Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Measure and analyse pressure and velocity of fluid flow through practical laboratory, and compare them with theoretical predictions to investigate complex problems.
- Apply a comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex fluid mechanics problems. Much of the knowledge will be at the forefront of the fluid mechanics field of study and informed by a critical awareness of new developments and the wider context of engineering. These are assessed by final examination and two practical laboratory coursework.
- Formulate and analyse fluid mechanics complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions. This will involve evaluating measured data and/or problems set in final examination using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles, and using engineering judgment to work with information that may be uncertain or incomplete, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed.
- Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex fluid mechanics problems, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed in final examination and their lab reports.
- Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes, recognising their limitations in lab course work and final examination.
Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Apply CFD methods to calculate simple cases of fluid flow
- Calculate forces (lift and drag) generated by fluid flow and discuss them in the context of performance and efficiency of fluid machinery
- Derive basic governing equations of fluid flow based on the conservation laws
- Measure and analyse pressure and velocity of fluid flow through lab classes, and compare them with theoretical predictions
- Solve simple one-dimensional or two-dimensional fluid flow problems by making appropriate assumptions and by applying sensible boundary conditions
Transferable and Generic Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Use mathematical and computational models for engineering analysis
- Solve engineering problems systematically
Knowledge and Understanding
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- Ideal potential (inviscid and incompressible) fluid flow
- Compressible fluid flow
- Conservation laws for mass, momentum and energy in fluid flow
- Basic CFD (computational fluid dynamics)
- Viscous fluid flow
Syllabus
1. Conservation Laws of Fluid Flow
- Mass conservation
- Momentum conservation
- Energy conservation
2. Viscous Flow
- Introduction to viscous flows
- Laminar boundary layer
- Turbulent boundary layer
- Separated flows
- Example problems
3. Ideal Potential Flow
- Introduction to inviscid, incompressible and irrotational flows
- Flow elements and superposition
- Thin aerofoil theory and lift-force generation
- Example problems
4. Compressible Flow
- Isentropic flow relations
- Normal shock waves
- One-dimensional nozzle flow
- Introduction to acoustics
- Introduction to propulsion
- Example problems
5. Introduction to CFD (computational fluid dynamics)
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
Teaching methods include:
- Lectures
- Tutorial sessions
- Laboratory classes
Learning activities include:
- Summative assessments marked and returned with feedback
- Worked examples within the tutorials in an interactive fashion
- Self-assessed problem sheets made available on Blackboard
- Revision with past exam papers and solutions made available on Blackboard
Type | Hours |
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Teaching | 48 |
Independent Study | 102 |
Total study time | 150 |
Resources & Reading list
Textbooks
PK Kundu, IM Cohen and DR Dowling (2016). Fluid Mechanics. https://www-sciencedirect-com.soton.idm.oclc.org/book/9780124059351/fluid-mechanics: Academic Press.
Assessment
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Continuous Assessment | 30% |
Final Assessment | 70% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Set Task | 100% |
Repeat
An internal repeat is where you take all of your modules again, including any you passed. An external repeat is where you only re-take the modules you failed.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Set Task | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External