About
About
This module builds on students knowledge of fluid mechanics and heat transfer and introduces computational modelling for fluid mechanics, using commercial Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software.
On completing this module, students will have the knowledge and skills to investigate external flow and heat transfer problems and to construct and analyse basic CFD models.
Successful students will be able to:
- Demonstrate detailed knowledge of the principles of Heat Transfer and Fluid Mechanics
- Apply sound engineering science and mathematics problem solving skills to intermediate and advanced problems in fluid mechanics and heat transfer
- Apply effective modelling techniques using commercial Computational Fluid Mechanics software to solve fluid mechanics problems
- Demonstrate understanding of the basic process of CFD modelling and its limitations
Content covered includes:
Fluid Mechanics:
- External Flow
- Boundary Layers
- Lift and Drag effects
- Turbulence
Heat Transfer:
- Steady State Conduction:
- Free and Forced Convection
- Radiation
- Thermal Resistance Concept
- Heat Exchangers
- CFD Modelling
Basics of CFD modelling:
- Geometry, Meshing, Modeling, Pre and Post processing
- Use of commercial CFD packages
Term dates
Course start date: 23 September 2024
This module will be taught during Semester one 2024.
Attendance
48 hours of in-person classes. 2 hours per week lecture / tutorial for 12 weeks and 3 hours per week computer classes for the first 8 weeks
Location
This course is delivered on the Belfast campus.
Teaching and Assessment
Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer will be taught in lectures and seminars.
Lectures are used to introduce and explain the theoretical aspects of the subject. Seminars are used to demonstrate and facilitate problem solving and analytical methods used. Both lectures and seminars include active learning activities.
CFD modelling will be taught in a computer lab environment. Demonstration and explanation from the tutor will be practiced by students using commercial CFD modelling software
50% coursework
50% exam
Modules
This is a 15 credit module short course - see the about section for details of content.
Entry Requirements
An Honours or non-Honours degree, HND or postgraduate diploma/certificate in a relevant engineering, technology or science discipline.
GCSE maths- minimum grade C.
Eligibility
Places are limited and open to applicants who:
- are over 18 years of age;
- are eligible to work in Northern Ireland;
- are ‘settled’ in Northern Ireland, and has been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least three years; or
- are a person who has indefinite leave to enter or remain in the UK.
- meet the course specific entry requirements. See course pages for requirements.
- meet the Ulster University general entry requirements
Apply now - limited places available
There are a limited number of places for this course. Offers will be extended to those applicants who meet the entry requirements following successful completion of the application process. Applications will no longer be accepted or processed once all offers are extended. Applications will no longer be accepted or processed once all places are filled. Applications can not be considered once a course has started.
Please note you can only be funded by DfE for a maximum of two courses at any one time (including modules to a total of 45 credits per semester - if studying part-time).
- Click on the Apply Now button.
- This will take you to the online application system – if you have never used this before please click on First Time user account creation and create an account.
- Log into the system and click on New – create a new application.
- Choose Professional Develop Postgrad as the Application Type
- Choose Admission Term Academic Year 2024-2025 and complete your details.
- Click the Fill Out Application button.
- Click on Programme Selection.
- In the programme choice dropdown please choose: PG Cred Upskilling SKILLS PT Belfast.
- Please type the title of the short course you wish to study in the box below the programme choice: Advanced Thermal Fluid Scienced and CFD.
- For the question, Are you applying for a funded place on one of the DfE Skills programmes?, select Yes.
- Please complete all required application sections.
- Ensure your application is complete and then submit.
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- If you have sent all required information and you have been successful, you will receive an unconditional offer. You must accept this offer via email and confirm acceptance online to secure your place.
- If you have not sent all required information, you will be asked to send outstanding items. If a place is still available and you have met all requirements, you will receive an unconditional offer. You must accept this offer via email and confirm acceptance online to secure your place.
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