Module Details

Module Code: MECH6036
Title: Dynamics & Fluids
Long Title: Dynamics & Fluids (Mechanical)
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5211 - Mechanical Engineering
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module offers students an introduction into the field of kinematics, dynamics, friction and incompressible fluids.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Manipulate equations of linear and angular motion.
LO2 Apply momentum, work & energy to linear and angular systems.
LO3 Apply the laws of friction to objects on the flat and inclined planes.
LO4 Determine the forces associated with circular motion.
LO5 Use Bernoullis equation and the continuity equation to solve problems in fluid dynamic systems.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

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Indicative Content
Kinematics
Linear, Angular and Relative Motion of a particle.
Dynamics
Work, Power, Energy, Impulse and Momentum for particles (linear & angular). Centripetal and centrifugal force. Coplanar balancing of machinery.
Dry Friction
Dry Friction on the horizontal and inclined planes. Angle of repose.
Incompressible Fluids
Fluid pressure, pressure due to a column of liquid, manometer (piezometer/U-Tube). Bernoullis equation, Continuity equation, venturi & orifice meter.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
In Class Assessment on Kinematics and Dynamics (Linear & Angular)
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 9 Learning Outcomes 3,4
Assessment Description
Take Home Assignment on Friction and Circular Motion.
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
In Class Assessment on Fluid Dynamic Systems.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Formal Lecture Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Learning Non Contact Self Directed Study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Formal Lecture Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Learning Non Contact Self Directed Study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Alan Darbyshire. (2010), Mechanical Engineering, Third Ed., Elsevier, [ISBN: 978-0-08-096577-2].
  • W. Bolton. (2006), Mechanical Science, Third Ed., Wiley, [ISBN: 978-1-4051-3794-2].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • J.L. Meriam, L.G. Kraige. (2013), Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics, 7th Ed, Wiley, [ISBN: 978-1-118-55560-6].
  • Anthony Bedford, Wallace Fowler. (2008), Engineering Mechanics Dynamics, Fifth Ed., Pearson, [ISBN: ISBN 981-06-7940-8].
  • John Hannah, M. J. Hillier. (1999), Mechanical Engineering Science, Third Ed., Pearson, [ISBN: 9780582326750].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EMSCI_6 Certificate in Mechanical Science 2 Mandatory