41057 Thermofluids A

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UTS: Engineering: Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering
Credit points: 6 cp

Subject level:

Undergraduate

Result type: Grade, no marks

Requisite(s): 33130 Mathematics 1 AND 68037 Physical Modelling
Anti-requisite(s): 48641 Fluid Mechanics

Description

Fluids like water, fuel and air, and the energy/heat they carry, are key element of machines. This subject provides key understanding of fluids and heat, and how they are used to design, build, and control machines to serve our lives and our modern society. The subject enables students to understand key concepts and fundamental principles and to deal effectively with practical engineering situations, including the analysis and design of engineering systems and machines. The subject aims to develop student interest in these phenomena of fluids and heat, from simple to complex applications.

Subject learning objectives (SLOs)

1.	Assess the impact of efficiency and energy conservation in the engineering design process, including lifecycle costing. (B.1)
2.	Apply fundamental principles of fluid mechanics and heat transfer to analyse engineering applications. (D.1)
3.	Design simple fluid flow and heat transfer systems, in the context of Australian Standards. (C.1)

Course intended learning outcomes (CILOs)

This subject also contributes specifically to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs):

• Socially Responsible: FEIT graduates identify, engage, interpret and analyse stakeholder needs and cultural perspectives, establish priorities and goals, and identify constraints, uncertainties and risks (social, ethical, cultural, legislative, environmental, economics etc.) to define the system requirements. (B.1)
• Design Oriented: FEIT graduates apply problem solving, design and decision-making methodologies to develop components, systems and processes to meet specified requirements. (C.1)
• Technically Proficient: FEIT graduates apply abstraction, mathematics and discipline fundamentals, software, tools and techniques to evaluate, implement and operate systems. (D.1)

Contribution to the development of graduate attributes

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies

This subject contributes to the development of the following Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies:

• 1.1. Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
• 1.5. Knowledge of engineering design practice and contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
• 2.1. Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
• 2.2. Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
• 3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.

Teaching and learning strategies

5 – 10 minute videos that students can watch at their own pace. Tutor discusses these with students during labs. Formative Quizzes will be used throughout learning modules to help student monitor their performance and provide feedback on progress and understanding of content.

Tutorials are opportunities for students to seek clarification on any problems encountered during labs. End of week discussions are offered online and face-to-face for feedback and feedforward purposes. Structure of program is delivered in view of students having agency in learning threshold concepts and to utilise support and feedback opportunities in preparation to pass Mastery Quiz in Week 7 at high level. The subject offers a project following the quiz. This project is custom designed to apply threshold concepts and additional discipline concepts to a project. The project is also aimed to provide opportunities to develop professional capabilities. Engaging in this project is highly recommended. A weekly breakdown of the expected learning engagement is found in the program.

Content (topics)

Fluid properties and statics; conservation laws of mass, momentum and energy; flow in pipes; lift and drag; boundary layers; flow measurements; pumps and turbines. Fundamentals of heat transfer covering conduction, convection and radiation, and heat exchangers.

Assessment

Assessment task 1: Mastery Quiz

Intent:	The Mastery Exam is the primary assessment for this subject. Students will take this exam to demonstrate their knowledge of the content.
Objective(s):	This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs): 1 and 2 This assessment task contributes to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs): B.1 and D.1
Type:	Quiz/test
Groupwork:	Individual
Length:	2 hours

Assessment task 2: Project

Intent:	Complete a project to apply technical knowledge, validate findings and to continue develop professional capabilities.
Objective(s):	This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs): 1, 2 and 3 This assessment task contributes to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs): B.1, C.1 and D.1
Type:	Project
Groupwork:	Group, group and individually assessed
Length:	2000 words (equivalent)

Minimum requirements

To pass the subject, a student must achieve a mark of 80% in the Mastery Exam.

Required texts

Fundamentals of Thermal-Fluid Sciences, Sixth Edition, Cengel, Cimbala, Ghajar

Recommended texts

Fluid Mechanics, Fourth Edition SI units, Cengel, Cimbala

Heat and Mass Transfer Fundamentals and Applications, Fifth Edition in SI Units, Cengel, Ghajar

References

Fundamentals of Thermal-Fluid Sciences, Sixth Edition, Cengel, Cimbala, Ghajar