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  Course Description
Course Name : Computer-Aided Fluid Mechanics

Course Code : İM-577

Course Type : Optional

Level of Course : Second Cycle

Year of Study : 1

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 6

Name of Lecturer(s) : Assoc.Prof.Dr. MEVLÜT SAMİ AKÖZ

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Uses Ansys Flotran and Ansys Fluent package programs for the numerical modeling of laminer and turbulent open channel flow, obtains numerical solution of hydraulic problems in open channel flow using different turbulent models, determines free surface profile using Volume of Fluid method

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : Numerical Modeling of open channel flow using Computational Fluid Dynamics programs, ANSYS-Fluent and ANSYS-Flotran

Course Contents : Ansys Flotran, Ansys Fluent, Governing equations of fluid dynamics, Laminer flow, Turbulent flow, Turbulence modelling, Numerical modelling of laminer flow, Numerical modelling of turbulent flow, Volume of fluid method, Numerical modelling of free surface flow using VOF method.

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Classroom


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Introduction to the Computational Fluid Dynamics none Lecture with discussion
2 Ansys, Ansys Flotran and Ansys Fluent.Introduction to the Ansys design modeler,Graphical User Interface none Lecture using a computer
3 Potential flow none Lecture with discussion
4 Example of numerical solution on a potential flow using Ansys program none Problem solving using computer
5 Laminer flow none Lecture with discussion
6 Example of numerical solution on a laminar open channel flow using Ansys-Flotran program none Problem solving using computer
7 Turbulent Flow none Lecture with discussion
8 Mid term exam. revision exam
9 Turbulence models none Lecture with discussion
10 Example of numerical solution on a turbulent open channel flow using Ansys-Flotran program none Problem solving using computer
11 Example of numerical solution on a Laminer open channel flow using Ansys-Fluent program none Problem solving using computer
12 Example of numerical solution on a turbulent flow using Ansys-Flotran program none Problem solving using computer
13 Volume of Fluid Method none Problem solving using computer
14 Example of numerical solution of free surface flow using VOF method none Problem solving using computer
15 Example of numerical solution of free surface flow using VOF method none Problem solving using computer
16/17 examine the effects of time increment, mesh density and mesh properties on numerical solution. none Problem solving using computer


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  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 14 50
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Have knowledge and understanding at advanced level providing required basis for original projects in the field of civil engineering based on qualifications gained at undergraduate level. 5
2 Gain required knowledge through scientific research in the field of engineering, evaluate, interpret and apply data. 5
3 Be aware of new and emerging applications,examine and learn where necessary. 5
4 Construct engineering problems, develop strategies to solve them, and apply innovative methods for solutions. 5
5 Design and implement analytical modeling and experimental research and solve complex situations encountered in this process 5
6 Develop new and / or original ideas and methods; develop innovative solutions for the system, part, and process design. 5
7 Have learning skills 5
8 Be aware of innovative developments in the field of civil engineering, and analyse and learn them when needed. 5
9 Transfer process and results of the projects in the field of civil engineering or on national and international platforms in written or oral form. 5
10 Have knowledge in current techniques and methods applied in civil engineering. 5
11 Use computer software as well as information and communication technologies at the level required in the field of civil engineering 5
12 Oversee social, scientific and ethical values in all professional platforms. 5
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 14 4 56
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2
    Final Exam 1 2 2
Total Workload: 158
Total Workload / 25 (h): 6.32
ECTS Credit: 6