IND2405

Thermo-fluids ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: J Hinwood

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2006 (Day)

Synopsis: This unit provides the discipline basis for applications in energy, heat transfer, power and motive force where fluids are involved. These disciplines are central to mechanical engineering and, as a consequence, are essential knowledge for engineers whose designs usually have mechanical elements. They provide the basis for the use of hydraulic and pneumatic power as motive forces, which also form an important part of the subject content.

Objectives: To understand the concepts of thermo-fluid properties, systems and control volumes. To analyse thermodynamic and heat transfer processes. To be able to calculate pressures and fluid forces in static fluids or those in rigid body motion. To be able calculate velocities and pressures in one-dimensional fluid flow systems, including pipes, pumps, valves and other fittings. To be able to identify, analyse and design the elements of fluid and pneumatic control systems.

Assessment: Tests and assignments 30%, Examination (3 hours) 70%

Contact Hours: 3 hours of lectures, 3 hours of problem solving classes or laboratory and 6 hours of private study per week

Prerequisites: ENG2091

Prohibitions: MEC2404, MEC2405, MEC2480, TRC2200