Courses & Units
Fluid Mechanics 1 ENG313
Introduction
This unit develops students’ conceptual knowledge of fluid mechanics and their ability to solve complex problems in fluid mechanics. The governing equations in integral form are explored and applied to a range of practical problems including boundary layers, pipe flows, pump-machine systems, open channel flows, hydraulic jumps, pumps, and turbines. Learning of theory and problem solving skills is applied in a practical design project. Hands-on learning in laboratory work is used to reinforce key concepts and develop written communication skills.
Summary
| Unit name | Fluid Mechanics 1 |
|---|---|
| Unit code | ENG313 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Engineering |
| Discipline | Engineering |
| Coordinator | Associate Professor Alan Henderson |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 10/7/2023 | 8/8/2023 | 28/8/2023 | 15/10/2023 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Explain fluid mechanics theory and concepts.
- Solve fluid mechanics problems involving flow over bodies, open channel flows and turbomachinery using established control volume methods.
- Critically interpret fluid mechanics results through application of theoretical and experimental methods.
- Design a basic fluidic system for an engineering project.
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 030701 | $1,037.00 | $1,037.00 | not applicable | $2,938.00 |
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Requisites
Prerequisites
ENG212 AND KME271Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Weeks 1-9: Equivalent of 3 hours pre-recorded lectures each week and a 2 hour face-to-face weekly tutorial Weeks 10-12: Weekly design project workshop 3 Laboratory experiments during semester |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Online Quiz (10%)|In-Class Tests x 3 (15%)|Laboratory Reports (15%)|Design of a fluid system (20%)|Final Examination (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
|---|---|
| Recommended | Cengel and Cimbala, Fluid Mechanics. Fundamentals and Applications, Fourth Edition in SI units, McGraw-Hill, New York, 2019 E-Book | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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