Course
Pro-forma
Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Aided Design & Manufacturing)
Code
KCEC3213
Title
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Pre-requisite
KCEC1108 Computer Programming
KCEP1111 Thermodynamics
KCEP2105 Numerical Methods and Statistics
Student Learning Time (SLT)
120 hours
Credit
3
Learning Outcomes
1.
Derive the governing equations of fluid dynamics and define
their physical meaning.
2.
Identify aspects of discretization, develop finite difference
equations and able to employ both explicit and implicit
approaches to CFD problems.
3.
Justify the use of CFD techniques such as the Lax-Wendroff
technique and the Mac Cormacks technique.
4.
Apply the governing equations of fluid dynamics in solving
fluid flow
5.
Prepare CFD programs to solve fluid dynamic problems.
Synopsis
In this course, students will learn about Philosophy of
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Fluid Dynamics governing
equation, Partial differential equation, discretization, Finite
differences, Lax-Wendroff Method, MacCormack Method,
Incompressible Coutte Flow, and Numerical solution for one
dimensional flow, supersonic flow over a flat plate (Navier Stokes
equation solution)
Assessment
40 % Continuous Assessments
60 % Final Examination
References
1.
Computational Fluid Dynamics, John D. Anderson, Mc Graw
Hill International Edition,
2.
Compressible Fluid Flow, Patrick H Ooosthuizen, William E.
Carscallen, McGraw Hill International
3.
Numerical Methods for Engineers, Steven C. Chapra,
Raymond P.Canale, McGraw Hill, 4th Edition
Soft Skills
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving Skills (CT1, CT2, CT3)
Team Work Skills (TS1, TS2)