Course Details in 2020/21 Session

Module Title	LI Thermodynamics and Fluids
School	School of Engineering
Department	Mechanical Engineering
Module Code	04 30335
Module Lead	TBC
Level	Intermediate Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 2
Pre-requisites	LC Fluid Mechanics and Energy Transfer - (04 30372)
Co-requisites
Restrictions	Fluid Mechanics and Energy Transfer (04 30372) Passing the written exam and the laboratory assessment is required in order to pass the module.
Contact Hours	Lecture-32 hours Tutorial-8 hours Practical Classes and workshops-12 hours Guided independent study-148 hours Total: 200 hours
Exclusions
Description	The aim of the module is to: introduce fluid mechanics of real incompressible internal and external flows (following on from frictionless flows) including the basics of boundary layer concept, friction in flow, friction drag, flow separation, form drag and lift, basic mechanics of flying and sailing. This is followed by an introduction to 2 and 3 dimensional conservation equations including Navier-Stokes; introduce the various ideal thermodynamic cycles that form the basis for power generation, heat pumping and refrigeration. It will also emphasise the difference between the actual and ideal cycles and methods of enhancing the performance of actual cycles. The module will also introduce fuels, including biofuels and the basic chemistry of combustionl, adiabatic flame temperature calculation and IC Engines performance. SYLLABUS Semester 1 - Heat Engines and Heat Pumps: a) Second Law of Thermodynamics, Concept of heat engines and heat pumps b) Ideal single phase heat engine cycles, Otto, Diesel, Gas Turbines Cycle (Brayton) c) Two Phase fluid properties, Ideal Two phase heat engine cycle, Simple Rankine Cycle d) Complex steam Power plant cycles e) Vapor Compression refrigeration and heat pump cycles Semester 1 - Combustion, Engines and Emissions: a) Gaseous mixtures b) Combustion - stoichiometry, thermal effects, flame temperature c) ICE Engines - basic performance calculations d) Fuel and biofuels Semester 2: a) Revision of friction in internal flows b) Conservation Equations, introduction to Navier-Stokes c) Introduction to Boundary Layer d) Friction in external flows, e) Friction drag on flat plate f) Separation and Form drag g) Lift, induced drag, polar diagrams h) Compressible flow
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the mathematical and scientific principles of thermodynamics and fluid flow & behaviour in engineering design. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the thermochemistry of combustion and internal combustion engines performance. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the second law of thermodynamics, entropy and isentropic efficiency. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of two and three dimensional conservation equations. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of thermodynamic cycles that form the basis for power generation, heat pumps and refrigeration. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of fluid mechanics of real incompressible internal and external flows. Apply conservation principles in fluid mechanics and perform design calculations for engineering applications that involve fluid flow analyse.. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the significance of compressibility in gas flow. Demonstrate laboratory and practical skills.
Assessment	30335-01 : Exam : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - Written Unseen (50%) 30335-02 : Assessment of Laboratory work : Coursework (10%) 30335-03 : Canvas Quiz : Coursework (40%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessments: (40%) Timed continuous assessment (10%) Assessment of laboratory work (mid-point of module) (50%) 2-hour Closed book centrally timetabled exam in May/June assessment period (replaced by online assessment if closed book exam not possible) Supplementary/Reassessment: Reassessment to match the main assessment method with due consideration made to any restrictions imposed at the time of reassessment. Students can carry forward passed assessment components from main assessment.
Other	Duplicate of Birmingham-based module 23809
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