MEC6427 Theory and Application of Turbulence (10 credits)

Year Running: 2016/2017

Credit level: F7

Pre Uni Qualification		A basic knowledge of fluid flow including an introduction to the Navier-Stokes equations.
Additional Information		Restricted to students registered for a Programme of Study within the Faculty of Engineering

Description

This module will present the basic concepts of turbulence, so that they can use any textbook on turbulence. Students will be familiarised with the equations and mathematical modellings used in turbulence. They will be able to carry out useful interpretations of turbulent phenomena, to quantify turbulence and characterise it. Students will learn how to use statistical tools in engineering in general, with a particular application to turbulence. Students will learn how to analyse random phenomena using modern tools such as the fractal analysis. Students will be able to conduct conservation analysis using Gauss's theorem. Students will be able to discuss the merit of the vorticity equation. They will be familiar with the principles of experimental techniques used in fluid mechanics for application to turbulence.

Reading List

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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type	Hours
Independent	74.0
Lecture	18.0
Problem Solving	4.0
Seminar	2.0

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type	Duration	% of formal assessment	Semester
Exam	2.0	100 %	S1

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2023-24.