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Fluids Mechanics - 2019 entry

MODULE TITLEFluids Mechanics CREDIT VALUE15
MODULE CODECSM2178 MODULE CONVENERProf Justin Hinshelwood (Coordinator)
DURATION: TERM 1 2 3
DURATION: WEEKS 10 - 12
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) 36
DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

This is an applied module, which aims to develop your understanding of the continuity and energy equations used to solve fluid problems of relevance to both mining and renewable applications. By taking this module, you will develop an appreciation of energy loss in fluid flows, and learn about dimensional analysis techniques and how they are applied to wide range of analytical and experimental situations.

The module is based on a typical engineering undergraduate course but the engineering skills covered are directly important for mining and renewable energy fields.

Some of the content of the module may be useful for civil engineering based discipline.

Prerequisite module: CSM1257 or equivalent

 

AIMS - intentions of the module

The aim of this course is to  expand on the basic principles of the Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics module, particularly with respect to fluid flow, and help you appreciate the relevance of these principles to real life situations such as flow in pipelines and the design of pump and hydraulic systems.
 

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)

On successful completion of this module, you should be able to:


Module Specific Skills and Knowledge:
1 understand the principles of fluid flow, in particular laminar and turbulent flow regimes;
2 comprehend dimensional analysis and be able to use dimensionless ratios to form relationships between fluid properties after experimentation;
3 appreciate the principles of fluid machinery, in particular pumps, turbines and hydraulic circuits and be able to design simple machinery systems;
4 apply the above principles in order to perform calculations and solve problems relating to the theory;
5 predict and compare aspects of the theory of fluid flow with observed data obtained through a laboratory session;
6 use computer software to model fluid flow and use computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge:
7 utilise a wide range of academic skills in data acquisition (through the use of equipment), interpretation (through calculation) and communication of results.
Personal and Key Transferable / Employment Skills and Knowledge:
8 select appropriate data from a range of sources and develop research strategies;
9 identify key areas of problems and choose appropriate tools/methods for their resolution in a considered manner;
10 manage learning using resources for the discipline; an ability to develop working relationships of a professional nature within the discipline.

 

SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module

- dimensions, units and the concept of dimensionless ratios;

- identifying dimensionless ratios using Rayleigh and Buckingham p methods, hydraulic similarity and the testing of models;

- review of key principles: continuity and Bernoulli's equations, dynamic and kinematic viscosity, Reynolds experiment, laminar and turbulent flow regimes and Reynolds number;

- laminar flow in pipes: pressure drop during laminar flow, Poiseulle's equation, development of laminar flow in pipes, relationship between average and maximum velocities;

- turbulent flow in horizontal pipes: friction factor and use of Moody diagram, pressure losses in pipes due to friction, Darcy's law in pressure and head form; 

- frictional pressures losses during flow in non-horizontal pipes and pipes of varying diameters. minor losses in pipes due to expansions & contractions;

- flow in pipelines between reservoirs: relationship between losses and head, branching pipelines and parallel pipelines;

- open channel flow: definition of wetted perimeter, hydraulic mean depth, hydraulic gradient, Chezy and Mannings equations for discharge, solving discharge equation for depth of flow, channel proportions for maximum discharge;

- pumps and pumping: types of rotadynamic pumps, pump efficiency, derivation of pump affinity laws, pump characteristic curves, losses in rising mains, pump performance in series and parallel;

- turbines: types of turbine and applications;

- practical laboratory exercises: pressure drop in pipes;

- CFD using SolidWorks;

- determination of hydraulic loss: simulation of flow patterns and hydraulic loss in a valve;

- cylinder drag coefficient: flow simulation around a cylindrical object;

- mesh optimisation: investigation of meshing for flow simulation;

LEARNING AND TEACHING
LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities 40 Guided Independent Study 110 Placement / Study Abroad
DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Category Hours of study time Description
Scheduled learning and teaching activities 30 Lectures/tutorials
Scheduled learning and teaching activites 2 Laboratory sessions
Scheduled learning and teaching activities 8 Computer sessions
Guided independent study 110 Lecture/assessment preparation; private study

 

ASSESSMENT
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade
Form of Assessment Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method
Example sheets covering questions following each of the major topics covered in the course   2-4,8-10 These questions will be covered in the tutorial sessions and worked answers are kept in the library
       
       
       
       

 

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)
Coursework 40 Written Exams 60 Practical Exams
DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT
Form of Assessment % of Credit Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method
Examination 60 2 hours 1-6 On request
Lab Report 15 5 hours 1-10 Written Feedback
Mini Project 15 5 hours 1-10 Written Feedback
Online assessment 10 3 hours 1-6 On-line feecback

 

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)
Original Form of Assessment Form of Re-assessment ILOs Re-assessed Time Scale for Re-reassessment
Summative assessment Additional assessment As above August Ref/Def period
Examination Additional examination As above August Ref/Def period
       

 

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

For students failing the module (i.e. an average < 40%), they will be required to retake both components of assessment with maximum mark awarded of 40%: CW (40%), Exam (60%). 


For students with mitigating circumstances, the student will redo either/both assessment (as applicable) and will be marked as normal (i.e. as if it were their first exam or coursework).  



As above 1 piece of CW 40% and/or 1 Exam 60%
 

RESOURCES
INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener


ELE – http://vle.exeter.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=498
 
Web based and electronic resources:
http://www.solidsolutions.co.uk
https://forum.solidworks.com/community/solidworks

Reading list for this module:

Type Author Title Edition Publisher Year ISBN
Set Douglas, J.F., Gasiorek, J.M., Swaffield, J.A. Fluid Mechanics 6th Pearson/Prentice Hall 2011 10: 0273717723
Set Massey B.S. and Ward-Smith J Mechanics of Fluids Stanley Thornes 2012
CREDIT VALUE 15 ECTS VALUE 7.5
PRE-REQUISITE MODULES CSM1257
CO-REQUISITE MODULES
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) 5 AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING No
ORIGIN DATE Tuesday 10th July 2018 LAST REVISION DATE Tuesday 10th July 2018
KEY WORDS SEARCH Dimensional analysis; pipe flow; open channels; pumps; Bernoulli; continuity.

Please note that all modules are subject to change, please get in touch if you have any questions about this module.