Fluid Mechanics

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This course introduces you to fluid mechanics, the study of fluids in rest and motion and builds upon the courses Calculus, Fundamentals of Engineering and Thermodynamics and Engineering Physics of the first year. The main focus of this course is on fluid dynamics and fluid flow because of its significance for the design of chemical and biochemical processes and related equipment. More specifically, understanding fluid flow is important to comprehend and improve heat and mass transfer and for designing chemical or biological reactors and separations. The course starts with an introduction to fluid properties and their effect on fluid flow, followed by fundamental principles and descriptions of fluid flows, such as mass/heat conservation, momentum and different types of flow. Throughout the course, you learn how to apply these principles to practical problems. Attention is also paid to fluid flow in processes, such as fluid flow in pipes, the pumping of fluids and mixing of liquids. Practical examples illustrate the significance of fluid dynamics knowledge in process designs and aid you in translating theory and theoretical equations into practice.