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CIVL2310

Fluid Mechanics

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Available in 2012

Callaghan CampusSemester 1

Previously offered in 2013, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Provides advanced fluid mechanics concepts and their application in a range of civil and environmental engineering contexts. This course lays the foundation for subsequent environmental modelling and hydrological courses studied in the third year.

Objectives
A1 To provide students with a thorough knowledge of the theoretical background and methods of fluid mechanics.

A2 To expose students to a range of applications of fluid mechanics.

A3 To provide students with the necessary skills to analyse fluid systems.

A4 To provide students with basic skills in experimental laboratory work.

A5 To improve basic reporting skills of the students
Content
Part A: Fundamentals
* Basic control volume equations
* Basic governing differential equations
* Dimensional analysis and similitude
* Ideal fluid flow
* Boundary layers

Part B: Applications
* Flow in pipes
* Pipe networks
Replacing Course(s)
N/A.
Transition
N/A.
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
Content covered in course in pre-requisite course CIVL1330 Fluid Mechanics and Materials.
Modes of Delivery
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods
Lecture
Tutorial
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments
Five assignments: aimed at becoming familiar with key aspects of theory and practical applications. Test objectives A1, A2, A3.
Essays / Written Assignments
Three laboratory reports: aimed at giving hands-on experience and report the results in a professional standard. Test objectives A4, A5.
Examination: Formal
Designed to test general knowledge of principles and applications. Test objectives A1, A2, A3.

NOTE: Any modification to the above assessment arrangement will appear on the course outline normally issued in Week 1.
Contact Hours
Tutorial: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Laboratory: for 3 hour(s) per Term for Full Term
Lecture: for 3 hour(s) per Week for Full Term

Timetables

2012 Course Timetables for CIVL2310