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  Course Description
Course Name : Advanced Fluid Mechanics I

Course Code : MK-507

Course Type : Optional

Level of Course : Second Cycle

Year of Study : 1

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 6

Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. BEŞİR ŞAHİN

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Reviewing the basic concepts of fluid mechanics
Determines the variation of pressure in a fluid at rest
Understand the use and limitations of the Mass, Momentum and Energy equations and ability to apply engineering problems
Solves various fluid flow problems using approximate solutions of Navier-Stokes equations,
Has a general idea about potential flow theory
Has a general idea about boundary layer theory
Has a detailed idea about turbulent flow

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : To teach the basic principles and equations of fluid mechanics; To present numerous and diverse real-world engineering examples to provide students to have an ability of applying principles of fluid mechanics in the engineering practice; To develop a comprehensive understanding of fluid mechanics by emphasizing the physics of fluid, and by supplying related figures and visual documents to reinforce the fluid mechanics.

Course Contents : Introduction and Basic Concepts Properties of Fluids Pressure and Fluid Statics Fluid Kinematics Mass, Bernoulli and Energy Equations Momentum Analysis of Fluid Systems Approximate Solutions of Full Navier-Stokes Equations Approximate Solutions of Full Navier-Stokes Equations Mid Term Exam Potential Flow Theory Potential Flow Theory Introduction to Boundary Layer Theory Introduction to Boundary Layer Theory Turbulent Flow Turbulent Flow Final Exam

Language of Instruction : English

Work Place : BSS


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Introduction and Basic Concepts Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books Lecturing
2 Properties of Fluids Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books Lecturing
3 Pressure and Fluid Statics Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books Lecturing
4 Fluid Kinematics Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books Lecturing
5 Mass, Bernoulli and Energy Equations Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books Lecturing
6 Momentum Analysis of Fluid Systems Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books Lecturing
7 Approximate Solutions of Full Navier-Stokes Equations Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books Lecturing
8 Approximate Solutions of Full Navier-Stokes Equations Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books Lecturing
9 Mid-tern Exam Written Exam Written Exam
10 Potential Flow Theory Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books Lecturing
11 Potential Flow Theory Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books Lecturing
12 Introduction to Boundary Layer Theory Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books Lecturing
13 Introduction to Boundary Layer Theory Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books Lecturing
14 Turbulent Flow Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books Lecturing
15 Turbulent Flow Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books Lecturing
16/17 Final Exam Written Exam Written Exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Jie-Zhi Wu, Hui-yang Ma, M.-D. Zhou Vorticity and Vortex Dynamics, Springer; (Mayıs 6, 2006)
 William Graebel, Advanced Fluid Mechanics, Academic Basım Evi; 1 basım, 2007
 J. C. R. Hunt , J. C. Vassilicos, Turbulence Structure and Vortex Dynamics, Cambridge Universitesi Yayın Evi; Yeniden basım (Mart 3, 2011)
 Frank M. White, Viscous Fluid Flow, McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math; 3 edition (January 5, 2005)
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 6 40
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 Is equipped with the basic knowledge of math, science and engineering 4
2 Is dominated with basic concepts, theories and principles in mechanical engineering 4
3 Plans and does experiments in advanced level, interpretes and analizes the results and the data 5
4 Is equipped with a variety of skills and advanced engineering techniques 4
5 To design a system, component or process in order to meet the needs of various engineering problems within the limitations of technical, economic, environmental, manufacturability, sustainability 5
6 Independently reviews and learns the applications in an enterprise, makes a critical assessment of the problems faced with, has the ability of selecting the proper technique to formulate problems and propose solutions 5
7 Identifies a product or its production process, design, development, and prioritise its use 2
8 Becomes aware of the necessity of lifelong learning and continuously self-renew 5
9 Is capable of effective oral and written English for technical or non-technical use 5
10 Uses computers effectively, has the ability of computer-aided drafting, design, analysis, and presentation 3
11 Has teamwork skills, good communication skills and works efficiently as a member of versatile and an interdisciplinary team 4
12 Is aware of the technical and ethical responsibilities, inquisitive and innovative 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 6 5 30
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 6 6
    Final Exam 1 8 8
Total Workload: 142
Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.68
ECTS Credit: 6