MAE 4231

Intermediate Fluid Dynamics

Course Description

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2020-2021.

This course builds on the foundation of MAE 3230. The lectures emphasize on the physics and mathematical analysis of the subject. Topics include incompressible flows, compressible flows, and computational fluid dynamics. As an integral part of the course, you will learn numerical method and how to use ANSYS/Fluent to solve flow problems. The students will develop problem-solving skills, through which to cultivate an appreciation for the rich and complex structure of fluids, and appreciation for fundamental ideas in fluid dynamics.

When Offered Spring.

Permission Note Enrollment limited to: seniors or permission of instructor.
Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: MAE 3230 or CEE 3310/BEE 3310, CHEME 3230. Prerequisite or corequisite MAE 4300 or permission of instructor.

Satisfies Requirement Fulfills senior design requirement.

Comments Senior design report required.  

• Students will understand the derivation and physical meaning of the conservation equations.
• Be able to derive analytical solutions to simplified problems.
• Understand the underlying models in ANSYS/FLUENT.
• Be able to apply ANSYS/FLUENT to solve a range of problems.
• Understand numerical methods and the limitations of CFD.
• Demonstrate the ability to design a component using CFD analysis in ANSYS/FLUENT.

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