Course Title: Fluid Flow and Particle Mechanics
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Fluid Flow and Particle Mechanics
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
PROC2079 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
120H Civil, Environmental & Chemical Engineering |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2006, Sem 1 2007, Sem 1 2008, Sem 1 2009, Sem 1 2010, Sem 1 2011, Sem 1 2012, Sem 1 2013, Sem 1 2014, Sem 1 2015, Sem 1 2016 |
PROC2079 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
172H School of Engineering |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2018, Sem 1 2019, Sem 1 2020, Sem 1 2021, Sem 1 2023, Sem 1 2024, Sem 1 2025 |
Course Coordinator: A/Prof Amgad Rezk
Course Coordinator Phone: Please contact coordinator by email
Course Coordinator Email: amgad.rezk@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 10.10.20
Course Coordinator Availability: by appointment
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
Course Description
This course is an introduction to fluid flow and particle mechanics with an emphasis on fundamental concepts and applications in process industries. You will learn to design and analyse fluid flow systems and equipment handling fluid-particle systems. The course covers empirical formulae, theory and some simple mathematical derivations. Examples and applications will generally cover fluid machinery, pipe flow and fluid-particle systems. There will be occasional examples from other areas such as biological or polymer processing.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
This course contributes to the program learning outcomes for the following programs:
BH098SACDD - Bachelor of Science (Applied Chemistry)/Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours)
BH099FTNDD - Bachelor of Science(Food Technology & Nutrition)/Bachelor of Engineering(Chemical Engineering)(Hons)
BH087SCBDD - Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours)/Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)
1.1 Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural, physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
This course contributes to the program learning outcomes for the following programs:
BH079P23 - Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) (Honours)
BH122CEH23 - Bachelor of Engineering(Chemical Engineering)(Honours)/Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences
PLO 1. Demonstrate a coherent and advanced understanding of scientific theories, principles and concepts and engineering fundamentals within the engineering discipline
PLO 2. Demonstrate a coherent and advanced body of knowledge within the engineering discipline
PLO 4. Apply knowledge of established engineering methods to the solution of complex problems in the engineering discipline
PLO 5. Utilise mathematics, software, tools and techniques, referencing appropriate engineering standards and codes of practice, in the design of complex engineering systems
PLO 8. Communicate engineering designs and solutions respectfully and effectively, employing a range of advanced communication methods, in an individual or team environment, to diverse audiences.
PLO 10. Critically analyse, evaluate, and transform information, while exercising professional judgement, in an engineering context.
PLO 11. Collaborate and contribute as an effective team member or leader in diverse, multi-disciplinary teams, with commitment to First Nations peoples and/or globally inclusive perspectives and participation in an engineering context.
For more information on the program learning outcomes for your program, please see the program guide.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
CLO1 Explain the fundamental concepts of fluid flow and fluid-particle flow
CLO2 Apply principles of fluid flow and particle mechanics to real-world applications in process industries
CLO3 Design simple fluid flow systems using mathematical and analytical tools
CLO4 Analyse the performance and operation of fluid flow in particle handling systems such as fluidized and packed beds, settling tanks and centrifuges
CL05 Communicate fluid mechanics concepts and topics accurately and concisely to a broad public audience
CLO6 Critically reflect on personal contributions to team outcomes
Overview of Learning Activities
The course includes two hours of lectorials and two hours of tutorials. During tutorials, you are expected to work independently and/or with peers. Individual face-to-face feedback will be given in each class. The assignment task will require self-directed studies and research. The course is supported by the Canvas learning management system.
Overview of Learning Resources
A list of prescribed and recommended texts (optional) will be provided.
Support can also be found at RMIT Library Guides: http://rmit.libguides.com/chemicaleng
Overview of Assessment
Assessment Task 1: Tutorials, 20%, CLO2 and CLO3
Assessment Task 2: Assignment 1, Written or video essay, 25%, CLO1, CLO2, CLO4, CLO5 and CLO6
Assessment Task 3: Midsemester Test, 15%, CLO1, CLO2 and CLO3
Assessment Task 4: End of Semester Test, 40%, CLO1, CLO2, CLO3 and CLO4
If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.