PNGE211 INTRODUCTION TO FLUID MECHANICS
| Course Code: | 3740211 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 4 (3.00 - 2.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 6.0 |
| Department: | Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Assist.Prof.Dr DORUK ALP |
| Offered Semester: | Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
The primary objective of this course is to develop an understanding of the physical principles governing the static and dynamic behavior of fluids; analytical and mathematical skills appropriate to solve undergraduate level fluid mechanics problems oriented towards petroleum engineering applications. In accordance with typical petroleum engineering applications, emphasis is on the use of Bernoulli Eqn. for the analysis of steady-state incompressible 1D flow in conduits; friction and minor losses, and basic turbo machinery calculations.
Course Content
Definitions and fluid properties. Fluid statics. Fluid-flow phenomena. The Bernoulli equation. Laminar and turbulent pipe flows. Transportation and metering of fluids.
Course Learning Outcomes
Having completed this course, the student will be able to
- Recognize characteristic properties of fluids and fluid flow, their utilization in fluid mechanics problems, examine dimensional homogeneity in equations, convert between unit systems
- Analyze fluid statics problems and pressure measurement apparatus, measure pressure via u-tube, inclined manometers, calibrate Bourdon Tube pressure gauges
- Distinguish Eularian and Lagrangian flow descriptions
- Apply control volume analysis of conservation laws for fluid flow problems
- Distinguish laminar and turbulent flow types, analyze viscous flow in pipes
- Distinguish dynamic and total pressure, apply Bernoulli equation to fluid flow problems and calculate head loss.
- Use flow rate measurement devices such as orifice meter, nozzle meter and venturi meter
- Determine turbomachine/pump performance
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Level of Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 1 | An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics | ✔ | |||
| 2 | An 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 | ✔ | |||
| 3 | An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences | ✔ | |||
| 4 | An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgements, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts | ✔ | |||
| 5 | An 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 | ✔ | |||
| 6 | An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions | ✔ | |||
| 7 | An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies | ✔ | |||
0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution