Textbook:
Handouts
Reference:
- Elsayed and Chakroun, Experimental Course in Thermal Engineering, Publishing Center, Kuwait Univ., 1997.
- Philip Gerhart, Andrew Gerhart and John Hochstein, Munson, Young and Okiishi's Fundamental of Fluid Mechanics, 8th edition, Wiley, 2016.
Coordinator:
Thermal Science TAG
Prerequisites by Topics:
- 1st and 2nd Laws of Thermodynamics
- Conservation of Mass and Momentum
Learning Objectives[^1]:
- To introduce the use of uncertainty analysis in the design of experimental measurements. (1,6)
- To involve the student in series of experiments in the fields of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and fluid machinery. (1,2,5,6)
- To plan, design and execute some simple experiments in the areas of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics. (3,6)
Experimental Topics:
- How to plan for an experiment
- How to design an experiment
- The use of uncertainty analysis in the planning, designing and execution phases of an experimental program.
- Application of first and second law of thermodynamics.
- Velocity profile and friction factor in pipes for both laminar and turbulent flows.
- Study of characteristics of a two stage centrifugal pump.
- Study of characteristics of a gear pump.
- Wind Tunnel measurements for pressure and drag coefficients over different geometries.
Evaluation:
- Lab reports
- Quizzes
- Written and Oral exams
Learning Outcomes:
Objective 1
1.1 To identify precision, and bias uncertainties in the context of measured data.
1.2 To apply the propagation of uncertainty analysis through the calculations and while analyzing the data.
Objective 2
2.1 To perform experiments with minimum supervision, analyze the data and report the results in form of reports.
2.2 To compare experimental findings with theories in topics related to thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and fluid mechanics.
Objective 3
3.1 To plan, design, and execute experiments in the area of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and fluid machinery.
3.2 To work in a group to design one or more experiments, analyze the date and report the results in a formal report. A presentation is expected to be given by each team at the end of the semester.
Course Classification
| Student Outcomes | Level | Relevant Activities |
|---|---|---|
| H, M, L | ||
| 1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics. | M | Use of engineering science in analysis and design related to thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, Engineering problems related to thermodynamics and fluid mechanics. |
| 2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors. | ||
| 3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. | M | Laboratory reports |
| 4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts. | L | Objectivity in data reporting. |
| 5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives. | M | Laboratory and project work in teams. |
| 6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions. | H | Conduct experiments and data analysis in the areas of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics. The use of instruments in conducting experiments. |
| 7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies. |
[^1]: Numbers in parenthesis refer to the student outcomes.