ems2flm fluid mechanics
FLUID MECHANICS
EMS2FLM
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces students to the concepts, knowledge and skills in fluid mechanics essential for an adequate understanding of fluid behavior in engineering systems. Topics covered include properties of fluids, fluid statics (pressure and its measurement, hydrostatic force on plane and curved surfaces and equilibrium of floating bodies),principles of fluid flow analysis, concept of control volume and the measurement of flows through pipes and channels. Other topics include momentum principles, the forces on bends, etc., fluid machinery (pumps and turbines)types and performance characteristics, incompressible flow through pipes and ducts, steady uniform flow in channels and the concept of boundary layer. Engineers Australia stage 1 competencies covered in this subject are: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 2.1, 3.1 and 3.6.
SchoolSchool Engineering&Mathematical Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorFatemeh Mekanik
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites EMS1MS or CIV2MS
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Understanding hydraulics | Prescribed | Hamill, L 2011 | 3RD EDN, PAPERMAC |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Interpret and use accurate terminology to describe the properties of fluid. Includes EA stage 1 competencies: 1.1 Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline. 1.5 Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline
- Activities:
- The introductory series of lectures shall firstly summarize the units and dimensions used in the subject of fluid mechanics followed by an insight into the fundamental quantities involved in fluid mechanics, such as pressure, weight, force, mass density, relative density viscosity. The material is covered in online and face to face lectures and workshops/tutorials, and is assessed in weekly quizzes, written assignments, and laboratory report and in the final exam.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Ethical Awareness(Ethical Awareness)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
02. Determine the magnitude and direction of the forces exerted by a static fluid on a surface. Includes EA stage 1 competencies: 1.2 Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline. 1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
- Activities:
- The third and fourth weeks of the semester is dedicated to lectures on understanding the variation of pressure intensity with depth below the surface of a static liquid, and shows how the force on a submerged surface or body can be calculated.The material is covered in online briefing videos, lectures and workshops, and is assessed in weekly quizzes, weekly assignments and in the final exam.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
03. Determine the stability of a floating body. Includes EA stage 1 competencies: 2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving. 3.1 Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains. 3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership.
- Activities:
- In the fourth and fifth weeks of the semester students are expected to demonstrate their ability to use their knowledge to determine the stability of a floating body. The material is covered in lectures and workshops, and is assessed in weekly quizzes, weekly assessments, and laboratory report and in the final exam.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
04. Use and relate to appropriate situations, the laws of conservation of energy to analyse fluid flow. Includes EA stage 1 competencies: 1.2 Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline. 1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
- Activities:
- Students are expected to learn and understand three key equations that are fundamental in hydraulics to analyse fluid flow in series of lectures. The material is covered in online and face to face lectures and workshops, and is assessed in weekly quizzes, weekly assignments, and in the final exam.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
05. Analyse the flow of fluids through conduits and open channels. Includes EA stage 1 competencies: 2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving. 3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership.
- Activities:
- The set of lectures are dedicated to describe how the flow or discharge of a stream of liquid in a pipe or open channel can be measured using a variety of devices such as a Venturi meter, Pitot tube, orifice, sharp crested weir and velocity weir. The material is covered in online and face to face lectures and workshops, and is assessed in weekly quizzes, weekly assignments, laboratory report and in the final exam.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
06. Discuss the characteristics and selection of fluid machinery. Includes EA stage 1 competencies: 2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving. 3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership.
- Activities:
- The set of lectures are dedicated to enable students for proper selesction of fluid machinery. The material is covered in online and face to face lectures and workshops, and is assessed in weekly quizzes, weekly assignments, laboratory report and in the final exam.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
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Bendigo, 2016, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorFatemeh Mekanik
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 38 - 43
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 38 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 37
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 37 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 hour examination (approx. 2000 words) | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 | |
| 3 Calculation based assignments (approx. 350 words each) | 15 | 02, 03, 04, 06 | |
| 5 practicals and laboratory work (each approx. 200 words) | 20 | 02, 03, 05, 06 | |
| 3 Online quizzes (approx. 150 words each) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
Melbourne, 2016, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorFatemeh Mekanik
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 38 - 43
One 2.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 38 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 37
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 37 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 hour examination (approx. 2000 words) | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 | |
| 3 Calculation based assignments (approx. 350 words each) | 15 | 02, 03, 04, 06 | |
| 5 practicals and laboratory work (each approx. 200 words) | 20 | 02, 03, 05, 06 | |
| 3 Online quizzes (approx. 150 words each) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |