SCET 2010 - Fluid Mechanics

4.5 Credits

Students learn about fluid properties, the principles of fluid statics and dynamics, including the conservation of mass and energy. Pipe flow and open channels hydrology are emphasized with application to real world problems.

Prerequisites: (2) MATH 1240 OR MATH 1430, and PHYS 1010

Lecture Hours: 4.5
Lab Hours: 0.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives

Evaluate properties of fluids.
Formulate and apply principles of fluid statics.
Analyze hydrostatic force on surface.
Examine stability of submerged and floating objects.
Demonstrate and apply principles of fluid dynamics.
Analyze flow in closed conduits.
Evaluate flow in open channels.

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