Computational Fluid Dynamics

Learning Outcomes

• Washington Accord (V4) Summary of Graduate Attributes attained in this course:
   WA2 – Problem Analysis
   WA3 – Design/Development of Solutions
   WA4 – Investigation
   WA5 – Tool Usage
  
  
• Course topics with Learning Outcomes (and Washington Accord (WA) and UC Graduate Attributes) identified.
  
  1. Understand the theoretical background to the equations governing fluid flow in an appropriate formulation for CFD analysis.
  2. Derive conservation laws for transported quantities.
  3. Understand and apply the finite volume discretization of the equations,
  4. Understand the effect of the choice of finite difference approximations
  5. Understand the concepts of consistency, stability and convergence
  6. Identify the benefits/drawback of different solution algorithms
  7. Understand turbulence: nature of turbulence, turbulence models and selection, wall functions
  8. Correctly identify boundary conditions
  9. Create geometries and meshes
  10. Post-process results
  11. Understand the concept of validation of results
  12. Practical understanding of how to run simulations
  
  This course aims to provide an understanding of the theoretical background of CFD and an introduction to its practical application including a selection of appropriate models and numerical methods and assessment of the quality of the results. This is done through lectures, case studies and assignments including practical exercises using a commercial package.  (WA2, WA3, WA4, WA5) (EIE4)

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attributes specified below:

Employable, innovative and enterprising Students will develop key skills and attributes sought by employers that can be used in a range of applications.

Prerequisites

For further information see Mechanical Engineering .