Module Catalogue 2024/25

Pre Requisite Comment

Minimum English Language to IELTS 6.0 or Pearsons 54 or equivalent. Satisfy progression or admissions requirement for entry to Stage 3 of CEng-accredited BEng/MEng Honours degree programme (or EU Bologna-compliant equivalent) by satisfactory completion of Stage 2 or equivalent at NQF Level 5 normally with two years of prior study related to this topic); or meeting the Newcastle University entrance requirement for any Masters-level degree programme specifying this particular module in its Degree Regulations.

Co Requisite Comment

N/A

Aims

To develop the basic knowledge of numerical methods in computational fluid dynamics (CFD)
To apply such knowledge in solving fluid dynamics problems
To develop skills on using a commonly used CFD software

Outline Of Syllabus

Practical aspects of CFD
The following syllabus will be covered, separately or in combination, using several sample problems.
o       Introduction to creating geometry.
o       Introduction to mesh generation.
o       Introduction to set up and solve the problem in a flow solver.
o       Introduction to evaluate the simulation results and data analysis using appropriate tools such as plot and contours.
o       Introduction to mesh enhancement and dealing with common computational issues.

Theoretical aspects of CFD
o       Introducing the computational Fluid dynamics and its applications
o       Overview of the fundamental equations
o       Introduction to discretization approaches, typically finite-difference and finite-volume methods
o       Introduction to numerical methods for unsteady problems
o       Applying discretization methods to model equations such as diffusion, advection and a combine model problem.
o       An introduction to numerical algorithm for solving Navier-Stokes equations.

Intended Knowledge Outcomes

At the end of this module students should be able to:

•       Formulate and apply mathematical principles of numerical method for fluid dynamics (C1,C2)
•       Formulate and apply various boundary conditions for the complex problems (C2)
•       Discuss and address the restrictions in CFD solution procedure (C1, C2)
•       Select and apply proper computational approach and setting for the problem (C3)

Intended Skill Outcomes

At the end of this module students should:

•       Design CFD solutions to engineering problems (C3)
•       Solve fluid dynamics problem using a commonly used engineering software (C6, C12)
•       Analyze, discuss, and criticize the solution results (C2, C17)

Teaching Rationale And Relationship

Lectures are to introduce concepts, theory and demonstrate them using model problems. Practical sessions for teaching the use of a commonly used CFD software. Private study time to complete coursework exercise and prepare for the examination.

Assessment Rationale And Relationship

Coursework exercise used to assess ability to effectively carry out design, modelling and analysis. The coursework provides an appropriate way to assess practical problem-solving skills.

The examination provides an appropriate way to assess both theoretical understanding and problem-solving skills under time constraint as required in industry.

Study abroad students considering this module should contact the School to discuss its availability and assessment.

General Notes

N/A