ES 2330 Fluid Dynamics
Introduction to the fundamental aspects of fluid dynamics. Topics include hydrostatics, the Bernoulli equation, the Reynolds transport theorem, the Navier-Stokes equations, pressure drops in piping systems, analysis of dimensionless groups and evaluation of centrifugal pumps. Prerequisites: Completion of
MATH 2210 and
ES-2120 or
PHYS-1310. (3 lect.)
Major Topics
- Introduction to Fluid Dynamics
- Fluid Statics
- Bernoulli equation
- Reynolds transport theorem for Conservation of mass, Linear momentum, and Energy equation
- Navier-Stokes equations
- Dimensional analysis/Buckingham Pi theorem
- Pipe flow
- External flow
- Turbomachinery
Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Construct problems involving fluid dynamics.
2. Solve problems involving hydrostatics.
3. Solve problems involving the Bernoulli equation.
4. Solve problems involving the Reynolds transport theorem.
5. Solve problems involving the Navier-Stokes equation.
6. Solve problems involving pressure drop in piping systems.
7. Analyze dimensionless groups.
8. Evaluate of centrifugal pumps.