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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Thermofluids 1 | |||
| Reference | EN1702 | Version | 7 |
| Created | March 2023 | SCQF Level | SCQF 7 |
| Approved | May 2006 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | August 2023 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To enable the student to understand the basic concepts and theories of Thermodynamic Properties and Fluid Statics. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Identify key thermodynamic properties of gases and vapours. |
| 2 | Express knowledge and understanding of thermodynamic principles involved in simple systems and processes. |
| 3 | Identify key fluid properties and methods of measuring pressure. |
| 4 | Express knowledge, skills and understanding of solving problems involving hydrostatics. |
| 5 | Perform experiments to acquire an understanding of thermofluids principles. |
| Indicative Module Content |
|---|
| Units and dimensions. Thermodynamic systems, properties of gases and vapours, processes, energy, heat and work transfers, non-flow energy equation. Fluid properties, Hydrostatics, Pressure distribution in fluids at rest, Measurement of pressure, Forces on plane and curved surfaces, Buoyancy and Stability. |
| Module Delivery |
|---|
| The module is delivered by means of lectures, tutorials and guided self-study and is integrated with applications within the laboratory. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 50 | 50 |
| Non-Contact Hours | 100 | 100 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | 150 |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Examination | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
| Description: | Closed book examination | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| In order to pass the module students must achieve at least a Grade D. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | A |
| B | B |
| C | C |
| D | D |
| E | E |
| F | F |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | CLIFFORD, MICHAEL, et al, 2009. An Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Part 1. Hodder Education. |
| 2 | Spurk, Joseph H et al; 2020. Fluid Mechanics. Cham: Springer |
| 3 | Bejan, Adrian, 2016. Advanced Engineering Thermodynamics. John Wiley&Sons, Incorporated |