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BC3 Academic Catalog: 2018-2019 
    
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2018-2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MECH 210 - Fluids


3 credits (3 lecture)
This course is an introduction to fluid mechanics; the study of fluids, how forces act on fluids and their resulting reactions. Topics include the properties of fluids, fluid flow, the Bernoulli equation, the energy equation, the concept of viscosity, flow friction, and the design of pipe systems. Problem solving in fluid systems is emphasized. Computer applications with a pump selection program used in industry is taught and integrated into the course.  Fall semester only.
Corerequisite(s): MATH 118 or MATH 102.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 101.