Course Details in 2024/25 Session

Module Title	LH Computational Fluid Dynamics and Finite Element Analysis for Aerospace A
School	Metallurgy and Materials
Department	Metallurgy & Materials
Module Code	04 36855
Module Lead	Dr Zhong-Nan Wang
Level	Honours Level
Credits	10
Semester	Semester 1
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Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-11 hours Tutorial-12 hours Supervised time in studio/workshop-13 hours Guided independent study-64 hours Total: 100 hours
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Description	In this module students will study the theoretical bases and use of numerical codes for modelling fluid flow from low to high (supersonic) speeds.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Create an effective simulation of fluid flow in a given aerospace-related situation Explain how to design a fluid flow simulation (including the choice of algorithm, element, mesh, parameters etc.) Explain the equations and phenomena underlying CFD simulation
Assessment	36855-01 : Assignment 1 : Coursework (40%) 36855-02 : Assignment 2 : Coursework (60%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Wind-tunnel lab (20%) 500 words Coursework (80%) 1500 words
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