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Course
Pro-forma
Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical)
Code
KKEK1153
Title
Fluid Mechanics
Pre-requisite
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)
80 hours
Credit
2
Learning Outcomes
1.
Explain the basic concepts pertaining to fluid statics and
dynamics.
2.
Apply Bernoulli’s equation.
3.
Estimate pressure drop for incompressible flow.
4.
Explain working principles and features of basic piping
accessories.
5.
Perform basic design of fluid transfer system for
incompressible flow.
Synopsis
The concepts of fluids through deformation under stress. Fluid
statics, concept of pressure and hydrostatic head and their
measurements. Fluid dynamics: description of laminar and
turbulent flow. Bernoullis equation describing frictionless
(inviscid) flow. Fluid friction and effects on pressure drop.
Measurement of flow rate and pressure. Concept of viscosity as
the source of friction. Calculation of major and minor losses,
pumping power. Pumps, valves and common piping accessories.
Assessment
40 % Continuous Assessments
60 % Final Examination
References
1.
Bruce R. Munson, Donald F. Young & Theodore H. Okiishi,
Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics , 5th edition, John Wiley.
2010
2.
James O. Wilkes & Stacy G. Bike. Fluid Mechanics for
Chemical Engineers, Prentice Hall.
3.
Robert Fox, Alan T. McDonald & Philips J. Pritchard,
Introduction to Fluid Mechanics, 6th edition, John Wiley,
2010.
4.
Ron Darby, Chemical Engineering Fluid Mechanics, 2nd
Edition, Marcel Dekker. 2011
Soft Skills
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills (CT1, CT2, CT3)