Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics 1

Overview

Thermodynamics: Introduction to thermodynamic properties, energy & the First Law, closed system processes and cycles, open system processes and cycles, entropy and the Second Law, properties of gases and mixtures, the Carnot Cycle.
Fluid mechanics: Fluid definition and properties. Newton’s law of viscosity. Pressure. Manometer, Fluid classification, Reynolds number. Fluid flow. Continuity of flow. Euler’s equation and Bernoulli’s equation. Pipe flow. Energy changes in a fluid system. Momentum equation.

Learning Objectives

Apply knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems. Some of the knowledge will be at the forefront of the particular subject of study

Analyse complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles

Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex problems, recognising the limitations of the techniques employed

Plan self-learning and improve performance, as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD (Additional general skills)

Evaluate the environmental and societal impact of solutions to complex problems and minimise adverse impacts

Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team

Skills

Plan self-learning and improve performance, as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD (Additional general skills)

Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team

Assessment