Fluid Mechanics module (EG21006)

The work of a civil engineer involves both using and understanding water and other fluids. You will explore the basic principles and discover the various applications of fluids and their mechanics.

You will gain an understanding of how liquids and gases behave, the forces that shape their movement, and how they interact with other objects.

What you will learn

In this module, you will:

• discover the basic laws governing fluid mechanics and grasp the properties and terminology related to fluids and their motion
• gain practical insights into fluid forces, buoyancy and stability of objects, and fluid flow in pipelines and open channels
• develop the ability to identify and solve fluid mechanics problems, applying your knowledge to scenarios involving the buoyancy of ships and floating structures, fluid flow in tanks, and the design of pipes and channels

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

• understand the fundamental laws of fluid mechanics
• possess practical fluids skills, from hydraulic calculations for pipes and channels, to carrying out hands-on experiments
• tackle real challenges for various engineering and scientific applications

Assignments / assessment

• Coursework (100%)

Teaching methods / timetable

• lectures
• hybrid tutorials
• practical lab classes
• weekly drop in sessions

You will learn by taking a hands-on approach. Learning material is provided through videos, review notes, examples, and tutorial questions.