AEE549 LIN. STA. THE.AND LAM.TUR.BOUN.LAY.TRAN

Course Code:5720549
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (3.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:8.0
Department:Aerospace Engineering
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Graduate
Course Coordinator:
Offered Semester:Fall Semesters.

Course Objectives

- To introduce the concepts of flow instabilities and transition in graduate level.

- To introduce the factors that influence flow instabilities and transition. 

- To introduce computational methods for the calculation of instability and transition characteristics of flows.


Course Content

Stages of laminar-turbulent transition. Basic concepts of hydrodynamic stability theory. Method of small disturbances. Method of normal modes. Orr-Sommerfeld equation. Temporal and spatial amplifications. Eigenvalue problem. Solution of the Orr-Sommerfeld equation. Smith-van Ingen en transition prediction method. Gasters transformation.


Course Learning Outcomes

  • To familiarize the students with the methods, tools and procedures used in the assessment of stability characteristics of engineering flows.
  • To familiarize the students with the methods, tools and procedures used in the prediction of transition in engineering flows.
  • To familiarize the students with the physical mechanisms leading to instabilities and transition.  
  • To improve the abilities of the students to apply knowledge of mathematics and fluid mechanics through project assignments.
  • To improve written and oral communication, research and team-working skills.
  • To provide an environment to use  techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering calculations.

Program Outcomes Matrix

Contribution
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1An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies