Fluid Mechanics (AE307) Course Detail

Course Name Course Code Season Lecture Hours Application Hours Lab Hours Credit ECTS
Fluid Mechanics AE307 5. Semester 3 1 0 3 6
Pre-requisite Course(s)
MATH152
Course Language English
Course Type Compulsory Departmental Courses
Course Level Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery Face To Face
Learning and Teaching Strategies Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Drill and Practice, Problem Solving.
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
  • Prof. Dr. Hasan Akay
Course Assistants
Course Objectives To familiarize students with basic concepts of fluid mechanics, properties of fluids, pressure and fluid statics, fluid kinematics, Bernoulli and energy equations, momentum analysis of flow systems, dimensional analysis and modeling, internal flows, external flows–drag and lift.
Course Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Define and use basic concepts of fluid mechanics and properties of fluids .
  • Solve pressure and fluid statics problems.
  • Express and use fluid kinematics equations involving velocity, acceleration, vorticity, rate of strain, irrotationalty and rotationality.
  • Solve problems involving Bernoulli and energy equations in control volumes .
  • Perform momentum analysis calculations in flow systems and control volumes.
  • Perform dimensional analysis and solve similarity problems for modeling.
  • Solve internal flow problems, including design of pipes and piping systems with pumps and turbines.
  • Solve external flow problems, including flat plates, spheres, cylinders, airfoils and aerodynamic design concepts.
Course Content Introduction to basic concepts of fluid mechanics; properties of fluids; pressure and fluid statics, fluid kinematics, Bernoulli and energy equations, momentum analysis of flow systems, dimensional analysis and modeling, internal flow, external flow ? drag and lift.

Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies

Week Subjects Preparation
1 About the course and Chapter 1. Introduction and Basic Concepts Reading test on Chapter 1
2 Chapter 2. Properties of Fluids Reading test on Chapter 2
3 Chapter 3. Pressure and Fluid Statics Reading test on Chapter 3
4 Chapter 3. Pressure and Fluid Statics Reading test on Chapter 3
5 Chapter 4. Fluid Kinematics Reading test on Chapter 4
6 Chapter 5. Bernoulli and Energy Equations Reading test on Chapter 5
7 Chapter 5. Bernoulli and Energy Equations Reading test on Chapter 5
8 Chapter 6. Momentum Analysis of Flow Systems Reading test on Chapter 6
9 Chapter 7. Dimensional Analysis and Modeling Reading test on Chapter 7
10 Chapter 8. Internal Flow Reading test on Chapter 8
11 Chapter 8. Internal Flow Reading test on Chapter 8
12 Chapter 11. External Flow – Drag and Lift Reading test on Chapter 11
13 Chapter 11. External Flow – Drag and Lift Reading test on Chapter 11
14 Review
15 Final Exam

Sources

Course Book 1. Yunus A. Çengel and John M. Cimbala, Fluid Mechanics, Third Edition in SI units, McGraw-Hill, 2014 (e-book thru’ McGraw Hill Connect platform)

Evaluation System

Requirements Number Percentage of Grade
Attendance/Participation 1 5
Laboratory - -
Application - -
Field Work - -
Special Course Internship - -
Quizzes/Studio Critics - -
Homework Assignments 15 30
Presentation - -
Project - -
Report - -
Seminar - -
Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury 2 35
Final Exam/Final Jury 1 30
Toplam 19 100
Percentage of Semester Work 70
Percentage of Final Work 30
Total 100

Course Category

Core Courses X
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications

# Program Qualifications / Competencies Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Engineering Knowledge: Knowledge in mathematics, science, fundamental engineering, computational science, and related engineering disciplines; the ability to apply this knowledge to solve complex engineering problems.
2 Problem Analysis: The ability to identify, formulate, and analyze complex engineering problems using fundamental science, mathematics, and engineering knowledge, while keeping in mind the relevant UN Sustainable Development Goals.
3 Engineering Design: The ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems; the ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products to meet current and future requirements, taking into account realistic constraints and conditions.
4 Techniques and Tool Usage: The ability to select and use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and information tools, including estimation and modeling, for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
5 Research and Investigation: The ability to use research methods, including literature review, experimental design, experiment execution, data collection, analysis and interpretation of results, for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
6 Global Impact of Engineering Applications: Information about the impacts of engineering applications on society, health and safety, the economy, sustainability and the environment within the framework of the UN Sustainable Development Goals; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
7 Engineering Ethics: Awareness of ethical responsibility and adherence to engineering professional principles; impartiality and inclusivity without discrimination.
8 Individual and Teamwork: The ability to work effectively individually and as a team member or leader in interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or mixed).
9 Oral and Written Communication: The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing on technical topics, taking into account the diverse differences of the target audience (education, language, profession, etc.).
10 Project Management: Knowledge of business practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
11 Lifelong Learning: Lifelong learning skills encompassing the ability to learn independently and continuously, adapt to new and emerging technologies, and think critically about technological changes.

ECTS/Workload Table

Activities Number Duration (Hours) Total Workload
Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) 14 3 42
Laboratory 14 1 14
Application 5 3 15
Special Course Internship
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class 14 2 28
Presentation/Seminar Prepration
Project
Report
Homework Assignments 10 3 30
Quizzes/Studio Critics
Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury 2 5 10
Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury 1 10 10
Total Workload 149