Engineering Fluid Dynamics MAE 333 Syllabus

Spring 2015
Course goals
This is an introductory course in fluid mechanics. The course introduces the following topics:
1. Introductory concepts, scope of fluid mechanics and fluid statics.
2. Development and application of control volume forms of basic equations.
3. Differential forms of basic equations.
4. Dimensional analysis and correlation of experimental data.
5. Applications for internal viscous incompressible flows.
Instructor

A. Khattab
E-mail
Office:
Hours:

akhattab@csulb.edu
Tel.
562 985 4339
VEC-219 ( inside the research lab)
T
5 6 pm
W
9:45 10:45 am
Th
5 6 pm
You may contact me by email
Other times may be scheduled by appointment

.
Textbooks
Fox and McDonald, Introduction to Fluid Mechanics, 8th edition, John Wiley & sons Inc.
Class notes on Beachboard.
Topics
The following schedule is tentative. Topics may be added or removed to ensure the best learning
experience for the students.
Week

Text Chapter

1, 2

motion
2
3

3-5

Topics
Introduction:
Dimensions & units. Fluid Properties. Flow Properties. Classification of Fluid
Fluid Statics:
Pressure variation in a Static Fluid. Incompressible liquids. Manometers.
The Standard Atmosphere. Pressure Variation in a Static Fluid. Gases.
Hydrostatic Force on Submerged Surfaces.
Buoyancy and Stability.
Basic equations in Integral Form for a Control Volume.
Conservation of Mass. Conservation of Momentum. Conservation of Momentum

for
a Moving Control Volume.
Test 1

(Exact date is announced in class)

Introduction to Differential Analysis of Fluid Motion.

Conservation of Mass (continuity equation)
Acceleration of a Fluid Particle (Eulerian Description).
Momentum equation: Navier-Stokes equation.

7-8

Incompressible Inviscid Flow.

Momentum Equation for Frictionless Flow: Euler Equations .
Bernoullis equation Integration of Eulers equation Using Rectangular

Coordinates. Static, Stagnation and Dynamic pressures.

Restrictions on Use of Bernoullis for Rotational flow.
Applications: Pitot tube. Nozzle flow, Flow through a Siphon
Test 2
9 - 10

(Exact date is announced in class)

Dimensional Analysis and Similitude.

Dimensional Analysis. Buckingham Pi Theorem, Important Dimensionless groups

in
Fluid Mechanics.
Flow Similarity and model studies. Model Testing. Incomplete Similarity.
Project on Design of test condition in a Wind tunnel (student project)
11- 13 8

Internal Incompressible Viscous Flow.

Introduction to Laminar and Turbulent Flow.
Fully Developed Laminar flow between Infinite Parallel Plates.
Fully developed Laminar flow on a vertical Wall.
Fully developed Laminar
Flow in Pipes.
Flow in Pipes and Ducts. Energy consideration. Head Loss. Solution of pipe flow
problems.
Flow Measurement.
Test 3 (if time allows)

14
15

External Incompressible Flow. (If time allows.)

Project Presentations by the students.
Review.

List of weekly-assigned problems from the textbook:

The list may be changed.
Chapter 3:
Chapter 4:
Chapter 5:
Chapter 6:
Chapter 7:
Chapter 8:

21, 43a, 47a

25, 61, 127
1, 39
39, 69
11, 71
1, 11, 23, 49, 87.

Due dates will be announced in class.

Assignments, tests, and Grading
There will be weekly homework (8-9 homeworks), 4 - 6 quizzes, 2-3 tests, project and a final. Final grade
will be calculated approximately as follows:
Assignments
Quizzes
Project
tests
Final
Semester Grades:

5%
10%
10%
50%
25%

A:
90% and up
B:
75 89%
C:
60 74%
D:
45 59%
F:
Less than 45%
The above minimum requirements may be reduced (I call it grading on the curve).

The exams are graded as follows:

1. The solution of a question is divided into steps. Each step is assigned certain number of credits
(points).
2. The exams are graded, one question at a time, such that each student is evaluated on the same
basis.
3. Scores can only be changed through the discovery of an error in the computation of the grade.
The assignments are graded leniently. 60% of the credit is given for an honest attempt at solving the
problem regardless of the outcome; the remaining 40% credit is given based on correctness of the solution.
Solutions that show understanding of the concepts are evaluated higher than solutions that use Plug &
Chug approach.

Presentation guideline for Assignments requiring Problem Solving

Your solution is a form of written communication that should follow the
standard format used in all textbooks for presenting solution of a problem
(study the format used in your textbook, see section 1.1).
The following are some of these rules:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Each problem starts on a new page unless two problems fit one page.
Use dark pencil or ink.
Given conditions should be listed briefly.
Assumptions used should be stated.
Illustrations such as graphs and schematics should be included when
needed.
Each sentence starts on a new line.
When more than one step is required to solve a problem; each step
should be identified.
Spacing between lines is chosen to enhance clarity; also to identify
different steps.
Equations used should be written; then values are substituted on a
different line. Identify equation used whenever possible without
cluttering e.g.
Newtons Second Law:

10.
11.

F=ma
F = 7 x 2.1 = 14.7 lb.

Units should be written.

Correct spelling and grammar should be used.

Class Meetings
1. Majority of topics will be presented through electronic media e.g. Slides, PowerPoint etc.
Presentations will be available on Beachboard prior to class. Students are encouraged to download
presentations and bring them to class.

2. Taking notes means writing what you are learning; it is not copying what the instructor writes on
the board.
3. Textbook is used as a supporting source to supplement your understanding. Students who do not
come to class meetings and rely on reading the textbook usually do not do well.
4. Student should review the lecture within 36 hours while it is still fresh, and should attempt the
assigned problems as soon as possible.
5. If you do not understand at least 80% of the lecture, you MUST let me know.
6. Students are encouraged to participate by asking questions.
7. Some assigned problems will be solved in class, others will be available on Beachboard, and the
rest will be available if you come to my office.
General Rules
1. Late assignments are NOT accepted. Makeup tests are NOT routinely given.
2. Assignments MUST be well organized and easy to read. You should use the format that is
described earlier. Pages must be stapled together.
3. Quizzes may not be announced in advance.
4. Tests will be announced in advance.
5. Tests and quizzes are closed book. One page of formulae is allowed
6. Regular attendance is required. You are responsible for ALL information and material
presented, in class, whether you were present or not.
7. Withdrawal procedure will follow University policy as stated in the Schedule of Classes.
Students
withdrawing without formal authorization will be assigned a u grade, which is
turned into F.