Overview
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Learning outcomes
Analyse fluid forces acting on bodies exposed to a volume of static fluid, with extension to fluid undergoing rigid body motion.
Determine solutions to flow problems, with simplifications as appropriate, using a control volume approach to transport of mass and momentum.
Apply dimensional analysis and modelling to plan experiments, present results meaningfully and predict prototype performance.
Determine lift and drag forces on bodies (including motor vehicles) subjected to fluid motion, describing the effects of boundary layer modification and flow separation.
Determine flow rates and pressure drops in pipe networks under steady state conditions for either laminar or turbulent flows.
Select suitable pumps for a range of pipe networks and/or flow conditions and describe typical properties of turbo-machines.
Teaching approach
Assessment summary
Continuous assessment: 50%
Final assessment: 50%
This unit contains hurdle requirements that you must achieve to be able to pass the unit. You are required to achieve at least 45% in the total continuous assessment component and at least 45% in the final assessment component. The consequence of not achieving a hurdle requirement is a fail grade (NH) and a maximum mark of 45 for the unit.
Assessment
Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities
Workload requirements
Learning resources
Other unit costs
Costs are indicative and subject to change.
- Electronics, calculators and tools, at your own cost:
You are required to have a Faculty-approved scientific calculator - approximately $50
Availability in areas of study
Mechanical engineering