Fluid Dynamics (MSK560)
The course gives an advanced mathematical description and analysis of fluid flow. The main emphasis will be on analytical solution methods.
Course description for study year 2023-2024
Facts
Course code
MSK560
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
5
Semester tution start
Autumn
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Autumn
Language of instruction
English
Offered by
Time table
Content
Mathematical description of fluid motion, Navier-Stoke's and energy equations and their solutions, flow regimes: Stokes' flow and potential flow. Lift and drag. Laminar boundary layers. Flow separation and attachment, Instability and the transition to turbulent flow. Turbulent boundary layers. Short introduction to CFD.
Learning outcome
The student shall have knowledge of the physics and the mathematical formalism for the description of fluids in order to be able to read and understand the technical literature in the field, and shall be able to make simple calculations of velocity, pressure, temperature and shear stress for incompressible viscous flow. Furthermore, the student shall have knowledge of important phenomena of advanced fluid dynamics, like flow regimes, boundary layers, instabilities and the transition to turbulent flow as well as basic CFD.
Required prerequisite knowledge
None
Recommended prerequisites
FYS200 Thermo- and Fluid Dynamics, MAT300 Vector Analysis
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exam | 1/1 | 3 Hours | Letter grades | Compilation of mathematical formulae (Rottmann) |
Course teacher(s)
Course coordinator:
Knut Erik Teigen GiljarhusHead of Department:
Mona Wetrhus MindeMethod of work
Four hours of lectures/problem solving weekly. Language of teaching and exam is English.
Overlapping courses
| Course | Reduction (SP) |
|---|---|
| Fluid dynamics (MPT130_1) | 4 |
Open for
Exchange programme at Faculty of Science and Technology
Course assessment
There must be an early dialogue between the course coordinator, the student representative and the students. The purpose is feedback from the students for changes and adjustments in the course for the current semester.In addition, a digital course evaluation must be carried out at least every three years. Its purpose is to gather the students experiences with the course.