Course Overview

1. Introduction (1 hr)

2. Vector and tensor analysis (5 hrs)

3. Fluid kinematics (3 hrs)

4. Basic equations of fluid dynamics. (3 hrs)

5. Fluid statics and surface tension (3 hrs)

6. Nondimensionalization and solution to simplified N-S eqn. (6 hrs)

7. Creeping flow (6 hrs)

8. Lubrication approximation (3 hrs)

9. Inviscid flow (4 hrs)

10. Boundary layer theory (5hrs)

11. Turbulence (3 hrs)

12. Non-Newtonian Fluids (3 hrs)

Learning Achievement

The objective of this course is to provide an overview of fluid mechanics theory and its applications. This course also intends to provide the background for advanced research related to fluid mechanics or transport phenomena in chemical engineering.

Competence

Course prerequisites

Grading Philosophy

Course schedule

Course type

Online Course Requirement

Instructor

Ling Chao

Other information

Graduate Institute of Chemical Engineering

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