EGB424 Advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics
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| Unit code: | EGB424 |
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| Prerequisite(s): | (EGB324 or EGB323 or EGB371 or EGH423 or MXB324 or MXB326) or Admission to (EN50 or EN55) |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
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| CSP student contribution | $1,190 |
| Domestic tuition unit fee | $5,100 |
| International unit fee | $5,400 |
Unit Outline: Semester 1 2020, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | EGB424 |
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| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | EGB324 Or EGB323 Or EGB371 Or EGH423 Or MXB324 Or MXB326 Or Admission to (EN50 or EN55) |
| Coordinator: | Emilie Sauret | emilie.sauret@qut.edu.au |
Overview
Acquire fundamental and technical knowledge of computational fluid dynamics to solve practical mechanical and design optimisation engineering problems using commercial CFD package. Apply the skills and knowledge gained in the fluid mechanics, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and mathematics for engineering units to practical engineering flow problems. Develop the skills and knowledge required to perform accurate numerical simulations, critically discuss the results and assess fluid mechanics problems commonly encountered in mechanical engineering applications.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Demonstrate a comprehensive technical knowledge of the fundamentals of CFD methods and techniques (in-depth technical knowledge)
- Define and analyse real-world engineering problems (critical judgement)
- Correctly identify problems and formulate appropriate CFD models (problem formulation)
- Solve practical mechanical engineering problems by implementing appropriate CFD methods and techniques (Problem solving)
- Evaluate, discuss and critique CFD results (critical judgement)
- Clearly report complex results and concepts in a professionally written manner (communication)
Content
- Governing (Navier-Stokes) equations of fluid mechanics
- Numerical discretization techniques (finite elements, finite volumes)
- Introduction to turbulence models, multiphase modelling, and turbomachinery
- Use of commercial package Ansys-CFX and/or Fluent
- Mesh Generation and refinements
- Boundary Conditions and Initial Conditions
- Mechanical engineering applications of CFD
- Sources of errors in the CFD software
- Limitations of computational models and numerical techniques
Learning Approaches
This unit adopts a blended learning approach with online recordings which will include the theoretical materials and concepts in the context of real-world engineering applications and two (2) practical sessions of two (2) hours in computer labs to reinforce those aspects by practical demonstration using Ansys. Research and industrial seminars will also be held during the semester. The practical sessions will also contribute to your Work Integrated Learning experience as you will work on real engineering applications.
The emphasis will be on learning by doing, in groups and as individuals, and developing skills and attitudes to promote life-long learning.
You are expected to work in any practical session times allocated, but also in your own private study time. That is, you are expected to consolidate the material presented online and during class by working a wide variety of exercises, problems and learning activities in your own time.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Feedback in this unit is provided to you in the following ways:
- General comments to the cohort through QUT Blackboard and in the classroom
- Criteria sheet grading
- Comments on assessment work
- Comments during the practical sessions
Assessment
Overview
General assessment informationThe assessment for this unit will consist of three tasks and will comprise both formative and summative elements. Formative assessment will take the form of practice problems with worked solutions, interactive discussions with demonstrators and in-class collaborative activities. Summative assessment is a combination of written report and oral presentation. The tasks will assess the general knowledge and understanding of the unit content and will contribute to the learning of the students through problem-based engineering applications.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Problem Solving Task
You will be given a simplified engineering problem that will require you to apply your knowledge and skills in computational fluid dynamics. You will solve a specific aspect of a defined problem and report in a professionally and critical manner the results.Relates to learning outcomes
1, 4, 5 and 6
Assessment: Quiz/Test
You will be asked to do 3 quizzes over the semester that will check on your knowledge and understanding of the concepts and numerical approaches detailed in the recorded lectures.Relates to learning outcomes
1 to 6
Assessment: Real-world Engineering Problem
You will be given a realistic engineering problem that will require CFD simulations to solve. You will need to apply your knowledge in CFD to formulate the problem, set up the problem appropriately, solve the problem and report in a professionally and critical manner the relevant results.Relates to learning outcomes
1 to 6
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
There are no set texts for this unit.
Recommended references:
Abbott, M.B. (1989) “Computational Fluid Dynamics: An Introduction for Engineers”, Essex: LongMan.
Ferziger, J. H. and Peric, M. (1999) “Computational Methods for Fluid Dynamics”, 2nd Ed. Springer.
Versteeg, H. K. and Malalasekera, W. (2007) “An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics - The Finite Volume Method, 2nd Edition Pearson.
Tu, J.Y., Yeoh, G.H. and Liu, C. (2012) “Computational Fluid Dynamics: A Practical Approach”, 2nd Edition Butterworth-Heinemann.
Other references:
Anderson, J. D. (1995) “Computational Fluid Dynamics - The Basics with Applications”, McGraw-Hill.
Roache, P. J. (1982) “Fundamentals of Computational Fluid Dynamics”, Hermosa.
Roache, P. J. (1998) “Verification and Validation in Computational Science and Engineering”, Hermosa.
Tannehill, J. C., Anderson, D. A. and Pletcher, R.H. (1997) “Computational Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer”, 2nd Ed.,Taylor and Francis.
Patankar, S. V. (1980) “Numerical Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow”. CRCPress.
Wilcox, D.C. (2004) “Turbulence modelling for CFD”, DCW Industries
Useful website: CFD online http://www.cfd-online.com/
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out of the ordinary risks associated with this unit, as all classes will be held in ordinary lecture theatres or computer laboratories. Rules pertaining to health and safety in computer labs will be provided. Emergency exits and assembly areas will be pointed out in the first few lectures
. You are referred to the University policy on health and safety.
http://www.hrd.qut.edu.au/healthsafety/