Module Title:Fluid Mechanics 1
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:6
Module Delivered In 2 programme(s)
Module Aim: The aim of this module is: 1. To introduce the fundamental concepts of fluid systems and the behaviour of the working fluids involved; 2. To give students a broad understanding of the advantages and challenges of sustainable energy systems.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Solve basic problems relating to fluid statics.
LO2 Solve basic problems relating to fluid dynamics.
LO3 Distinguish between types of pumps and fans in terms of their design and performance.
LO4 Quantify by calculation and experimental measurement the characteristics of fluids.
LO5 Offer an informed opinion on the different methods of achieving sustainability of future energy needs and the challenges inherent in such a policy.
Pre-requisite learning
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Requirements
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Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Units
Fundamental units. Derived units
Fluid Statics
Definition of a fluid. Density, relative density. Force, definition of pressure. Hydraulic jack. Measurement of pressure – upright, inverted and inclined U-tube manometers, Bourdon pressure gauge. Archimedes’ principle. Centre of pressure
Fluid Dynamics
Types of flow, Conservation of mass, Conservation of energy, Continuity Equation. Bernoulli’s equation. Measurement of volume flow rate – venturi meter, orifice plate, turbine meter, rotameter.
Pumps & fans
Positive displacement pumps, Centrifugal pumps & fans.
Sustainable Energy
Energy Sources, Use and Policy Wind Energy Wood Pellet and Chip Solar Thermal Biofuels and transport Fuels Geothermal and Heat pumps Solar PV and Fuel Cells Hydroelectricity Domestic Energy Ratings BER/DEAP/EPBD
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment10.00%
Practical30.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Examination Class Test 1,2 10.00 Week 6
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation Computer Competencies Assignment 1,2,4 10.00 Week 9
Practical/Skills Evaluation Fluid Mechanics Labs: Flud Statics, Centre of pressure, Calibration of Flowmeters, Centrifugal Fan, Gear Pump & Centrifugal Pump Laboratory reports and written assessment 3,4 20.00 Week 11
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Formal Exam n/a 1,2,3,5 60.00 End-of-Semester

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Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture 12 Weeks per Stage 4.00
Laboratory 12 Weeks per Stage 1.00
Independent Learning 15 Weeks per Stage 4.33
Total Hours 125.00
 

Module Delivered In

Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CW_EMMEC_B Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering 2 Mandatory
CW_EEMEC_D Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering 2 Mandatory