This unit aims to provide students with a detailed understanding of the theory and practice of fluid mechanics in the context of mechanical engineering. At the end of this unit students will have the ability to critically assess and solve problems commonly found in fluid mechanics practice, such as sizing pumps and piping systems, designing channels, and determining the lift and drag characteristics of submerged bodies. Additionally, they will develop a structured and systematic approach to problem solving. Course content will include dimensionless analysis, Bernoulli equation, pipe flow, frictional losses, laminar and turbulent boundary layers, open channel flow and hydraulic jump, lift and drag, compressible flow and shock waves, turbomachinery.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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AMME9261 or AMME9200 |
Corequisites
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None |
Prohibitions
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MECH8261 |
Assumed knowledge
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Linear Mathematics, Vector Calculus, Differential Equations and Fourier Series |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | No |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Michael Kirkpatrick, michael.kirkpatrick@sydney.edu.au |
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Lecturer(s) | Michael Kirkpatrick, michael.kirkpatrick@sydney.edu.au |