Hydraulics
R J Keller
4 points * 26 lectures, 13 tutorials, 9 laboratory classes * Second semester * Clayton * Prerequisites: MEC2430
Equations of motion of viscous fluids; turbulence; boundary layers. Pump system design. Flow in open channels; basic equations; resistance to flow, normal depth, surface profiles; time dependent motion. Pipe networks, culvert hydraulics, flow measurement structures.
Assessment
Examinations (3 hours): 70% * Practical work/Laboratory work: 30%
Recommended texts
Douglas J and others Fluid mechanics Pitman, 1979
French R Open channel hydraulics McGraw-Hill, 1986
Henderson F M Open channel flow Macmillan, 1966