CIVL 2004 Fluid Mechanics (WSTC AssocD)
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 700111
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Description The subject provides a basic understanding of fluid mechanics principles. While the main focus will remain on incompressible fluids, effects of compressible fluids will also be discussed. The theories learned in classes will be reinforced in laboratory sessions.Offerings of alternate subjects are dependent on there being sufficient student enrolment numbers. If enrolments are low, the College may cancel delivery of the alternate subject.
School Eng, Design & Built Env
Discipline Other Engineering And Related Technologies
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 2 subject
Pre-requisite(s) MATH 1017 AND
ENGR 1012
Equivalent Subjects CIVL 2003 - Fluid Mechanics
Restrictions Students must be enrolled in 7022 Associate Degree in Engineering
Assumed Knowledge
700102 - Mathematics for Engineers 2.
Learning Outcomes
- Apply concepts of statics, kinematics and dynamics of fluids to solve water related engineering problems
- Estimate flow through basic pipes and open channels
- Analyse and design basic pipes and open-channels
Subject Content
Fluid statics
Fluid kinematics
Types of flow
Continuity, momentum and energy principles
Dimensional analysis
Flow measurements, such as using plate orifices, venturi meters, semi-venturi meters
Surface resistance
Form resistance
Basic pipe flow
Basic open channel flow principles
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quiz | 5 x 20 minutes = 100 minutes | 15 | N | Individual | N |
| Practical | 2 x 1,000 words each report | 20 | N | Group/Individual | N |
| Intra-session Exam | 1 hour + 30 minutes for online submission | 15 | N | Individual | N |
| End-of-session Exam | Part 1: 2 hours + 30 minutes for online submission\nPart 2: 20 minutes per student | 50 | Y | Individual | Y |
Prescribed Texts
- Elger, DF 2013. Engineering fluid mechanics, 10th edn, Wiley, Hoboken, NJ.
Teaching Periods
Quarter 4 (2024)
Nirimba Education Precinct
Hybrid
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Quarter 4 (2025)
Nirimba Education Precinct
Hybrid
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