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<p>This unit is an introduction to fluid mechanics, knowledge of which is readily applicable in various industries like water distribution, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, energy conversion (conventional and renewables) and aerodynamics among many others. The unit will cover all of the fundamental aspects of fluid mechanics including pressure measurement, hydrostatics, continuity, momentum and energy equations together with an introduction to applications of these basic principles to various fluid mechanics devices like pumps and turbines.</p>
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<p>•Introduction to fluids, fluid statics and fluids in motion. <br>
•Basic conservation equations: Mass, momentum and energy, their integral and differential forms. <br>
•Internal and external flows<br>
•Fluid measurement principles and instruments. <br>
•Energy equation application to pumps and turbines</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This unit is an introduction to fluid mechanics, knowledge of which is readily applicable in various industries like water distribution, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, energy conversion (conventional and renewables) and aerodynamics among many others. The unit will cover all of the fundamental aspects of fluid mechanics including pressure measurement, hydrostatics, continuity, momentum and energy equations together with an introduction to applications of these basic principles to various fluid mechanics devices like pumps and turbines.</p>
Unit content
<p>•Introduction to fluids, fluid statics and fluids in motion. <br> •Basic conservation equations: Mass, momentum and energy, their integral and differential forms. <br> •Internal and external flows<br> •Fluid measurement principles and instruments. <br> •Energy equation application to pumps and turbines</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Engineering
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
030701 - Mechanical Engineering
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/engin2304">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p>must have completed all of "<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=ENGIN1005" target="_blank">ENGIN1005</a>" / "MATHS1001"</p>
Corequisite
None
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Learning outcomes
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<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Explain the origin and derivation of the basic governing equations of mass, momentum and energy and their application to engineered fluid systems.</p>
K2
<p>Characterise the different types of fluids and flows.</p>
K3
<p>Explain the Lagrangian and Eulerian methods of fluid flow description.</p>
K4
<p>Describe the importance of the Reynolds number and its importance in fluid engineering problems.</p>
K5
<p>Explain the energy equation and its application to energy conversion devices like pumps and turbines.</p>
S1
<p>Identify the basic governing equations responsible for fluid behavior in engineered fluid systems.</p>
S2
<p>Apply the Lagrangian and Eulerian framework to practical fluid mechanics devices like jets, blades, mixers, pumps and turbines.</p>
S3
<p>Calculate the hydrostatic forces present on horizontal and inclined planes.</p>
S4
<p>Solve all of the simple forms of fundamental fluid mechanic equations (energy, continuity and momentum).</p>
S5
<p>Demonstrate the use of the Moody diagram to interpret friction factors, relative roughness and Reynolds Number.</p>
S6
<p>Solve simple problems relating to drag and lift;</p>
S7
<p>Solve simple work and energy analysis problems;</p>
A1
<p>Select and justify the application of the mass and momentum equations to solve practical engineering problems such as pipe flow, flow measurement and the determination of hydrostatic forces on submerged structures;</p>
A2
<p>Select and justify the application of the energy equation to solve practical engineering problems relating to energy conversion devices like pumps and turbines.</p>
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<p>Numerical problems and practical industrial scenarios are provided to assess students ability to apply the fluid mechanics principles.</p>
<p>Quiz/Tests/Final exam</p>
<p>10-50%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6, S7, A1, A2
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<p>Numerical problems to develop critical thinking and problem solving skills.</p>
<p>Numerical assignments</p>
<p>10-20%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6, A1, A2
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<p>Practical application of the fluid mechanics priniciples and team work assessed by a lab report.</p>
<p>Lab report</p>
<p>15-30%</p>
S3, S6, S7, A1, A2
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Engineering
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
030701 - Mechanical Engineering
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/engin2304">View unit fees</a>
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