MEC3028 : Computational Heat and Fluid Flow
- Offered for Year: 2025/26
- Module Leader(s): Dr Mohsen Lahooti
- Lecturer: Professor Nilanjan Chakraborty, Dr Amir Fard
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
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.
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.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | Examination: Conventional exam. |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 20 | 1:00 | 20:00 | Structured presentation of syllabus may inc skills demo, formative feedback etc |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 12 | 1:00 | 12:00 | Preparation for end of semester exam. |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 18 | 1:00 | 18:00 | Target non-timetabled hours for self-study and complete coursework assignment submission. |
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 30 | 1:00 | 30:00 | Pre-recorded lecture material. To be viewed prior to lectures. |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 3:00 | 3:00 | Coursework (Practical report 50%) maximum of 1000 words. |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 8 | 1:00 | 8:00 | Comp cluster to apply taught materials and develop practical skills. |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 7 | 1:00 | 7:00 | Tutorials |
| Total | 100:00 |
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 Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 120 | 1 | A | 50 | Written exam. Assessment of: Formulation & applying (various) numerical approach to model problems (C1, C2) Identify & formulation of appropriate boundary conditions (C2) Discussing & addressing limitations imposed by numerical approach (C1, C3) |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical/lab report | 1 | M | 50 | Application of CFD to engineering problems using commonly used CFD software(C12). Report (C17) assesses: Select & apply appropriate method for addressing the problem (C3,C6,C12). Design of the whole CFD solution for the problem(C2, C6, C12, C17) 1000wds |
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.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- MEC3028's Timetable