WM215-15 Engineering Thermofluids
Introductory description
The overall module aim is to develop the abilities to understand, model and analyse heat transfer and fluid flow and apply these to engineering systems.
Module aims
The module incorporates two components of thermal fluid sciences - heat transfer engineering and fluid mechanics.
The heat transfer component will cover different heat transfer modes, formulating them in order to analyse steady-state and transient behaviour of the bodies subjected to thermal gradients.
Thermal resistance approach, heat capacity and the lumped mass approximation are dealt with by both analytical and numerical methods.
The fluid mechanics component includes the flow properties, Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids, the principles of conservation of mass and momentum, laminar and turbulent flows, pipe flows, flow resistance, friction and losses in pipes, ducts and fittings for case of fluids in motion.
Outline syllabus
This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.
- Introduction
Importance and applications
Heat transfer
Fluid flow
-Heat transfer
Modes of transfer
Conduction
Convection
Radiation
Steady-state heat transfer—thermal resistances
Transient heat transfer
Lumped analysis
Large planes/cylinders/spheres
Semi-infinite solids
Two bodies in contact
1D heat conduction equation
Mathematical models
Simple code in MATLAB
-Fluid flow
Flow properties
Viscosity
Newtonian vs. Non-Newtonian fluids
Laminar vs. turbulence flow
Reynolds number
Transition point
Continuity and momentum equations
Bernoulli's equation
Pitot Tube and stagnation pressure
Extension of Bernoulli's equation
Flow in pipes/ducts
Pressure/frictional losses
The Moody chart
1D flow in a pipe
Mathematical models
Simple code in MATLAB
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
- Describe the concepts and equations governing heat transfer
- Analyse both steady-state and transient heat transfer problems of engineering importance
- explain the well-established concepts of fluid mechanics
- Apply the continuity, momentum and Bernoulli's equations to engineering problems and calculate the pressure losses in duct/pipe flows
Indicative reading list
Fundamentals of Thermal-Fluid Sciences (SI Units), Y.A. Cengel, J.M. Cimbala, R.H. Turner, 5th Edition, McGraw-Hill, 2017.
Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer, F.P. Incropera, D.P. DeWitt, T.L. Bergman, A.S. Lavine, 6th Edition, John Wiley & Sons, 2006.
Principles of Heat Transfer, Frank Kreith, R.M. Manglik, M.S. Bohn, 7th Edition, Cengage Learning, 2009.
Principles of Fluid Mechanics, A.N. Alexandrou, 1st Edition, Pearson, 2001.
View reading list on Talis Aspire
Subject specific skills
Knowledge and understanding of the scientific principles underpinning relevant technologies, and their evolution.
Knowledge and understanding of mathematics and an awareness of statistical methods necessary to support application of key engineering principles.
Ability to apply quantitative methods in order to understand the performance of systems and components.
Ability to use the results of engineering analysis to solve engineering problems and to recommend appropriate action.
Apply problem-solving skills, technical knowledge and understanding to create or adapt designs solutions that are fit for purpose including operation, maintenance, reliability etc.
Communicate their work to technical and non-technical audiences.
Knowledge and understanding of workshop and laboratory practice.
Awareness of team roles and the ability to work as a member of an engineering team.
Apply their skills in problem solving, communication, information retrieval, working with others and the effective use of general IT facilities.
Plan and carry out a personal programme of work.
Exercise personal responsibility, which may be as a team member.
MATLAB programming skills
Transferable skills
Problem solving
Numeracy skills
Collaborative working
Data analysis
Communication skills
Written communication
Presentation skills
Time management
Work ethic
Personal organisation
Listening
Self-motivation
Health and safety awareness
Study time
| Type | Required |
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| Lectures | 24 sessions of 1 hour (27%) |
| Seminars | 12 sessions of 1 hour (13%) |
| Practical classes | 6 sessions of 1 hour (7%) |
| Private study | 48 hours (53%) |
| Total | 90 hours |
Private study description
Work on assignment
Background reading
Costs
No further costs have been identified for this module.
You must pass all assessment components to pass the module.
Assessment group D2
| Weighting | Study time | Eligible for self-certification | |
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Assessment component |
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| Simulation of fluid flow and heat transfer | 20% | 20 hours | Yes (extension) |
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Part 1 - Develop a MATLAB program to model fluid flow |
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Reassessment component is the same |
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Assessment component |
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| Lab report on flow measurement and pressure loss in pipe systems | 20% | 20 hours | Yes (extension) |
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A group report following lab work involving flow measurement and determination of pressure loss in pipe systems |
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Reassessment component is the same |
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Assessment component |
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| Exam | 60% | 20 hours | No |
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Held at Dyson site |
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Reassessment component is the same |
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Feedback on assessment
Feedback given as appropriate to the assessment type:
- verbal formative individual/group feedback during seminar and tutorial sessions,
- written formative individual feedback on the assignment 1 and assignment 2,
- written cohort-level summative feedback on the exam.
Courses
This module is Core for:
- Year 2 of DWMS-H7BH Undergraduate Engineering (Degree Apprenticeship)
- Year 2 of UWMS-H7BH Undergraduate Engineering (Degree Apprenticeship)