IND2382

Fluids and energy

(ENG)

J Ghojel

4 points + 22 lectures, 22 laboratory and tutorial hours + Second semester + Caulfield + Prerequisite: ENG1802 or ENG1902 + Prohibition: MEE2382

Synopsis: Properties of fluids and their measurement. Thermodynamic properties of substances and the behavior of gases. Control volume analysis: conservation of mass and energy leading to the first law of thermodynamics and the Bernoulli equation. Case studies on a number of typical industrial thermo-fluid systems including the related concepts of energy efficiency and economics.

Assessment: Examination (2 hours): 70% + Laboratory work and assignments: 30%.