BC3 Academic Catalog: 2023-2024 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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MECH 210 - Applied Fluid Mechanics 3 Credits: (3 lecture)
Course Description
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.
Note Fall semester only.
Prerequisite PHYS 101.Corequisite MATH 118 or MATH 102.
Text
Mott, R. & Untener, J. (2015).Applied fluid mechanics (7th ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson.
Objectives
The student will be able to:
A. Interpret the properties related to fluid flow.
B. Demonstrate the ability to specify design requirements for pipe systems through the mathematical analysis of various flow situations.
C. Utilize a variety of charts, tables, and graphs associated with fluid flow and piping systems.
Content
A. Properties of fluids.
B. Viscosity and types of fluid flow.
C. Fluid pressure.
D. Fluid statics.
E. Buoyancy.
F. Fluid flow.
G. General energy equation of fluid flow.
H. Energy losses in fluid flow.
I. Elementary pipe system design.
J. Flow measurement.
K. Basic pump selection.
Student Evaluation
The objectives will be evaluated as follows: A, B, and C will be evaluated using some combination of in-class participation, homework, examinations, and a final examination.
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