ENGR 326: Mechanical: Fluid Mechanics

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Class Program

Engineering BAS

Credits

Weekly Contact Hours

Course ID

092679

Meets Degree Requirements For

Restricted Elective

Description

A course in fluid mechanics. Topics include: fluid properties, hydrostatics, conservation laws, infinitesimal and finite control volume analysis, Navier-Stokes equations, dimensional analysis, internal and external flows. Students will build upon knowledge gained in ENGR 325 and analyze, troubleshoot, predict and problem-solve complex systems.

Grading Basis

Graded

Course Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate an understanding of fluid mechanics concepts and its application in industrial systems.

Describe the operation and function of hydraulic components including pumps, motors, cylinders, and valves.

Calculate power and efficiency for a hydraulic component or system.

Relate hydraulic flow and pressure to force or torque and actuator speed in hydraulic systems.

Analyze and troubleshoot hydraulic systems.

Core Topics

Introduction and basic concepts related to fluid mechanics and fluid power
Viscosity, pressure measurement
Force due to static fluids
Bernoulli’s and energy equations
Laminar and turbulent flows
Energy losses due to friction and other causes
Series and parallel pipeline systems
Pump selection and application
Flow measurement
Control valves