Advanced Thermofluids (526H3)
Advanced Thermofluids
Module 526H3
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
In this module the following topics would be introduced: Introduction of the fundamental equations of fluid mechanics. The phenomenon of turbulence and transition. Reynolds averaging and turbulence modelling. Boundary layer integral methods. An awareness of the importance of unsteady flows in the equations and in the physical world, including instability effects. Introduction to the physical nature of compressible flows. Outline of the broad range of flow instrumentation; pressure, velocity, temperature, time resolution including non-intrusive techniques and calibration. Advanced applications: Turbomachinery basic principles. Advanced applications: Turbomachinery design principles. Awareness of the importance of renewable energy and related techniques.
The syllabus covers the following AHEP4 learning outcomes: M1, M2, M3, M4, M5, M7
Module learning outcomes
Systematically understand the flow equations, RANS and turbulence modelling principles
Have critical awareness of boundary layer theories
Considerable knowledge of lubrication using fluids and flow compressibility
Understand measuring techniques in thermofluids experiments
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Unseen Examination | Semester 1 Assessment | 70.00% |
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Report | T1 Week 11 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 3 hours | 11111111111 |
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