MEC4447

Computers in fluids and energy

(ENG)

M C Thompson

6 points + 22 lectures and 22 hours of tutorials + Second semester + Clayton + Prerequisite: MEC3409 or MEC3469 + Prohibition: MEC4443

Synopsis: An introduction to computational fluid dynamics with applications to industrial and theoretical problems in fluid mechanics and energy transfer. The equations governing fluid flow and heat transfer. The properties of these equations and the relevance to obtaining computer solutions. The various methods and models used in CFD. An introduction to commercial packages and their application to relevant industrial and theoretical problems in heat transfer and fluid dynamics.

Assessment: Examination: 70% + Assignment: 30%