Course overview
An introduction to hydraulic engineering and fluid mechanics. Description and properties of fluids: hydrostatics; buoyancy and stability; laws of inviscid flow; continuity, energy and momentum equations; dimensional analysis and model theory; steady uniform and non-uniform flow of liquids and gases in closed conduits; flow of real fluids; friction in open and closed conduits, Moody diagram; laminar flow; types of turbulent flow; viscous sublayer; flow measurement in pipes and open channels; steady uniform flow in open channels, hydraulic jumps. Uniform and non-uniform flow in open channels, super and subcritical flows.
Course learning outcomes
- Solve problems related to hydrostatics and dimensional analysis
- Apply the underlying governing equations for behaviour of flows and pressures in pipe systems and open channels
- Analyse, design and optimise pipe systems and open channels
- Demonstrate ability to prepare and interpret engineering sketches and drawings of pipe systems and open channels
- Recognise uncertainty and limitations of engineering approaches and systems
- Use critical and independent thinking in identifying, formulating and solving water related problems
- Synthesize information and ideas in relation to issues relating to water system design (e.g. assumptions, design criteria, reliability)
- Demonstrate effective team membership, including the development of written, oral and listening skills