Course Overview
This course presents fundamental concepts in fluid mechanics and thermal science. Fluid mechanics topics include fluid properties, conservation laws, laminar and turbulent flow, incompressible and compressible flow, boundary layer theory, similitude and dimensional analysis. Thermal science topics include thermodynamic principles and the theory of heat transfer. Civil engineering applications are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
4.5
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Explain the terminology and governing principles of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics and heat transfer. [1, 2]
- Apply conservation laws of mass, momentum and energy to analyze fluid flow, thermodynamic and heat transfer problems. [1, 2]
- Apply the principles of similitude and dimensional analysis to characterize and model fluid phenomena. [1, 2]
- Formulate and solve elementary problems involving forces on immersed bodies. [1, 2]
- Explain relevant concepts and underlying theory of compressible flow. [1, 2]
- Apply mathematical techniques in the solution of elementary ideal fluid flow problems. [1, 2, 3]
- Conduct fluid flow measurement experiments in a laboratory setting. [3]
- Explain the various mechanisms of heat transfer: conduction, convection and radiation. [1]
- Solve elementary steady state and transient heat transfer problems. [2]
Effective as of Fall 2018
Related Programs
Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Science (CIVL 7020) is offered as a part of the following programs:
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- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Construction and the Environment
- Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering Full-time
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