Fluid Mechanics

Course Code:

CE351

Course Period:

Autumn

Course Type:

Core

Credits:

3

Theoric:

3

Practice:

0

Laboratory Hour:

0

ECTS:

6

Prerequisite Courses:

Engineering Mechanics I: Statics

Course Language:

English

Course Objectives:

The aim of the course is to provide students with knowledge about the engineering properties of fluids, to derive, explain and apply the conservation and motion equations for fluids and to apply fluid properties and conservation equations to different flow cases.

Course Content:

Dimensional analysis and dimensional homogeneity. Physical properties of fluids. Hydrostatics, pressure, manometers. Hydrostatic forces. Uplift force, center of buoyancy and balance of floating bodies. Fluid kinematics: Eulerian and Lagrangian approaches. Steady flow, uniform flow. Stream function, potential function, vorticity and circulation. Conservation equations in ideal fluids: Continuity Equation, flow rate and applications. Impulse-momentum equation and applications. Bernoulli Equation and applications. Flow of real fluids, viscousity and turbulence effects, NavierStokes equation. Energy loss in one-dimensional flow and applications. Wave motion basics. Diffusion and dispersion.

Course Methodology:

1: Lecture by instructor, 3: Problem solving by instructor, 5: Problem solving, 7: Laboratory work

Course Evaluation Methods:

A: Written exam, B: Multiple-choice examC:Take-home quiz, D: Experimentreport, E: Homework, F: Project, G: Presentation by student, H: Interactive application assignments

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Course Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes	Detailed Program Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
Ability to explain the fundamental mechanical properties of fluids and their effects in fluid mechanics	1a	1, 5, 7	A
Ability to solve problems containing hydrostatic pressure, piezometric height, manometers and other pressure gage types in stationary fluids.	1b,6c	1, 3	A, C
Ability to calculate hydrostatic forces on curved and planar surfaces and buoyancy and uplift force on immersed bodies.	1b,2a,6c	1, 3, 5	A, C
Ability to calculate flow characteristics and kinematics by using flow and potential functions	1b,2a,6c	1, 3, 5	A, C
Ability to carry out calculations for pipeline hydraulics and bends by assuming ideal fluid and using continuity, Bernoulli and impulse-momentum equations.	1b,2a,6c	1, 3, 5	A, C
Ability to calculate and plot energy and hydraulic grade lines.	1b,2a,6c	1, 3, 5	A, C
Ability to explain the energy loss and effects of boundary layer for real fluids	1a,6c	1, 3	A, C
Ability to solve one-dimensional flow of ideal fluid problems by using hydraulic gradient	1b,2a,6c	1, 3	A, C
Ability to use linear wave theory in order to calculate water particle kinematics	1b,2a,6c	1, 3, 5	A, C
Ability to explain diffusion and dispersion	1a	1, 3, 5	A

Course Flow

COURSE CONTENT
Week	Topics	Study Materials
1	Dimensional analysis, fundamental properties of fluids	Lecture notes and textbook
2	Pressure, manometers, hydrostatic forces	Lecture notes and textbook
3	Hydrostatic forces on planar and curved walls, center of flotation	Lecture notes and textbook
4	Fluid kinematics: Definitions, equation of motion, stream function, potential function.	Lecture notes and textbook
5	Continuity equation and applications	Lecture notes and textbook
6	Impulse-momentum equation and applications	Lecture notes and textbook
7	Bernoulli equation and applications	Lecture notes and textbook
8	Interm exam	Lecture notes and textbook
9	Flow of real fluids: Introduction, viscousity and turbulence	Lecture notes and textbook
10	Flow of real fluids: Navier-Stokes equation, friction losses	Lecture notes and textbook
11	Boundary layer theory	Lecture notes and textbook
12	One-dimensional flow of real fluids, applications	Lecture notes and textbook
13	Wave motion	Lecture notes and textbook
14	Diffusion and dispersion	Lecture notes and textbook

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Textbook	Massey, B. Ward-Smith, J, 2006. Mechanics of Fluids, 8th Edition, Taylor&Francis, London and New York. Electronic edition. Bar-Meir, G. 2011. Basics of Fluid Mechanics, Internet edition
Additional Resources	Kırkgöz, M.S., 2018. Akışkanlar Mekaniği, Birsen Yayınevi.

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents	Lecture notes and exerciises are shared digitally
Assignments	Assignment solutions are shared digitally and discussed in the classroom
Exams	Exam problems are solved in class following the examination

Assessment

ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES	NUMBER	PERCENTAGE
Assignments	6	30
Interm exam	1	50
Quiz	2	20
Total		100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE		40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE		60
Total		100

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM OUTCOMES
No	Program Learning Outcomes
1a	Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline,	√
1b	Ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.	√
2a	Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems,	√
2b	Ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3a	Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result,
3b	Ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4a	Ability to devise, select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice.
4b	Ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5a	Ability to design experiments for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions,
5b	Ability to conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6a	Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary teams,
6b	Ability to work efficiently in multi-disciplinary teams,
6c	Ability to work individually.	√
7a	Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing,
7b	Knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language,
7c	Ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports,
7d	Ability to make effective presentations,
7e	Ability to give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8a	Recognition of the need for lifelong learning, ability to access information, ability to follow developments in science and technology,
8b	Ability to continue to educate him/herself.
9a	Consciousness to behave according to ethical principles and professional and ethical responsibility.
9b	Knowledge on standards used in engineering practice.
10a	Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, change management.
10b	Awareness in entrepreneurship and innovation.
10c	Knowledge about sustainable development.
11a	Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety,
11b	Knowledge about contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering.
11c	Awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
12	Knowledge about project award mechanisms and tendering procedures.
13	Knowledge about the interaction of designers and constructors.

ECTS

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration	14	3	42
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	14	4	56
Assignments	6	8	48
Final Exam	1	2	2

Total Work Load			148
Total Work Load / 25 (h)			5.8
ECTS Credit of the Course			6

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