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Core Module Information
Module title: Fluid Mechanics
SCQF level: 08:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: CTR08100
Module leader: Mark Taylor
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Built Environment
Prerequisites

Requisites: Pre-requisite: Fundamentals of engineering mechanics (e.g. dynamics, energy, fluids, momentum) AND AND Pre-requisite: Engineering Principles equivalent to SCQF level 7
Description of module content:

This undergraduate course in Fluid Mechanics is designed for civil engineering students to provide a comprehensive understanding of fluid behavior and its applications in hydraulic design. The course integrates theoretical knowledge with practical experiences through laboratory experiments, field trips, and computational tools.Key Components:Laboratory Experiments: Students will engage in hands-on experiments using the GUNT HM 160 experimental flume and the GUNT HM 150.29 pipe friction losses experimental rig to explore fluid dynamics and friction losses.Field Trips: Visits to local water infrastructure will offer real-world insights into the application of fluid mechanics in civil engineering projects.Computational Tools: The course includes training in Mathcad, Python, and Matlab for solving theoretical problems and performing design tasks, enhancing students' computational proficiency.Practical Applications: Emphasis on practical applications of fluid mechanics in hydraulic design problems, preparing students for real-world engineering challenges.By the end of the course, students will have a solid foundation in fluid mechanics principles, practical laboratory skills, and the ability to apply computational tools to solve complex engineering problems.The module contains ten weeks of teaching covering the following content:Unit 1:History of fluid mechanicsUnit 2: Fluid charachteristicsUnit 3: Fluid staticsUnit 4: Fundamentals of flowUnit 5: One dimensional flowUnit 6: Flow in pipesUnit 7: Flow in open channelsUnit 8: Hydraulic structures for channelsUnit 9: WavesUnit 10: Pumps and turbines
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Appreciate the history of fluid mechanics as an engineering field and driver of social benefit.

LO2: Understand the principles of fluid mechanics.

LO3: Understand the advantages and limitations of fluid Mechanics models, equations and formulae.

LO4: Apply Python and Matlab programmes to fluid mechanics problems.

LO5: Use the principles of Fluid Mechanics to solve engineering problems.

LO6: Introduce the ethical and environmental challenges relating to water engineering.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 1, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
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Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Mark Taylor
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Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 30 The lectures introduce students to the fundamental theories of fluid mechanics, emphasizing the practical application of relevant mathematical concepts. The session will be highly interactive, incorporating computational tools and hands-on demonstrations to enhance understanding. The lectures commence with a comprehensive overview of fluid mechanics principles, including fluid properties, fluid statics and fluid dynamics. Key equations and theoretical concepts will be introduced.
Face To Face Tutorial 20 Students will learn how to apply differential equations, continuity and Bernoulli's equation to practical civil engineering hydraulic problems. Students will engage with live coding sessions to solve fluid mechanics problems, visualise data and simulate fluid behaviour. These examples will help students understand the computational aspects of fluid mechanics and develop their programming skills. Pyhsical models will be used in the fluids laboratory to demonstrate key concepts.
Independent Learning Guided independent study 75 Guided independent study is an essential component of this course, designed to deepen students' understanding of fluid mechanics through various resources and activities. Students will engage with reading lists, online content, videos, technical reviews, and practical applications of mathematics to enhance their learning experience.
Total Study Hours125
Expected Total Study Hours for Module125


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Class Test 50 1~2~3 Week 6 HOURS= 3 hours A three hour class test covering Units 1 to 5. The class test will be undertaken as an extended independant assessment undertaken on campus. Each assessment includes a combination of mutiple choice questions and two extended questions. The test is administered as an open book assessment in the form of a 'take-away' assessment.
Class Test 50 2~3~4~5 Week 12 HOURS= 3 hours A three hour class test covering Units 6 to 10. The class test will be undertaken as an extended independant assessment undertaken on campus. Each assessment includes a combination of mutiple choice questions and two extended questions. The test is administered as an open book assessment in the form of a 'take-away' assessment.
Component 1 subtotal: 50
Component 2 subtotal: 50
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
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