AE 419 | Course Introduction and Application Information - Department of Mechanical Engineering

Course Name

Introduction to CFD

Code	Semester	Theory (hour/week)	Application/Lab (hour/week)	Local Credits	ECTS
AE 419	Fall/Spring	3	0	3	5

Prerequisites	None
Course Language	English
Course Type	Elective
Course Level	First Cycle
Mode of Delivery	-
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course	-
National Occupation Classification	ISCO 08
Course Coordinator	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi İzzet Murat Akşit
Course Lecturer(s)	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi İzzet Murat Akşit
Assistant(s)	Araş. Gör. Hasan TOTOŞ

Course Objectives

The aim of this course is to provide students with basic knowledge of computational fluid dynamics, providing common methods that will be fundamental at the analysis level.

Learning Outcomes

#	Content	PC Sub	* Contribution Level
#	Content	PC Sub	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explain the whole aspects of CFD	1.4			x
2	Define fundamental equations of fluid mechanics,	1.4				x
3	Describe numerical methods especially finite volume method,	1.5			x
4	Explain solution algorithms related to CFD	1.5			x
5	Discuss definition of turbulence	1.5		x

Course Description

The introductory course to Computational Fluid Dynamics is an essential tool for modeling fluid motion. This course provides basic information about fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and numerical methods.

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Week	Subjects	Related Preparation	Learning Outcome
1	Fundamental equations of fluid mechanics and heat transfer	H K VERSTEEG AND W MALALASEKERA ; An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (the finite volume method) Second Edition, published by Pearson Education Limited, 2007 (ISBN: 978-0-13-127498-3) Chapt.1 and Chapt. 2
2	Fundamental equations of fluid mechanics and heat transfer	H K VERSTEEG AND W MALALASEKERA ; An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (the finite volume method) Second Edition, published by Pearson Education Limited, 2007 (ISBN: 978-0-13-127498-3) Chapt. 2
3	Fundamental equations of fluid mechanics and heat transfer	H K VERSTEEG AND W MALALASEKERA ; An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (the finite volume method) Second Edition, published by Pearson Education Limited, 2007 (ISBN: 978-0-13-127498-3) Chapt. 2
4	Classification of simple PDEs. Classification of PDEs used in flow equations.	H K VERSTEEG AND W MALALASEKERA ; An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (the finite volume method) Second Edition, published by Pearson Education Limited, 2007 (ISBN: 978-0-13-127498-3) Chapt. 2
5	Classification of simple PDEs. Classification of PDEs used in flow equations.	H K VERSTEEG AND W MALALASEKERA ; An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (the finite volume method) Second Edition, published by Pearson Education Limited, 2007 (ISBN: 978-0-13-127498-3) Chapt. 2
6	Classification of simple PDEs. Classification of PDEs used in flow equations.	H K VERSTEEG AND W MALALASEKERA ; An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (the finite volume method) Second Edition, published by Pearson Education Limited, 2007(ISBN: 978-0-13-127498-3) Chapt. 2
7	Diffusion problem in time independent flows.	H K VERSTEEG AND W MALALASEKERA ; An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (the finite volume method) Second Edition, published by Pearson Education Limited, 2007(ISBN: 978-0-13-127498-3) Chapt. 4
8	Midterm
9	Diffusion problem in time independent flows.	H K VERSTEEG AND W MALALASEKERA ; An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (the finite volume method) Second Edition, published by Pearson Education Limited, 2007 (ISBN: 978-0-13-127498-3) Chapt.4.
10	Solution of convection-diffusion problem in time-independent flows by finite volume method.	H K VERSTEEG AND W MALALASEKERA ; An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (the finite volume method) Second Edition, published by Pearson Education Limited, 2007 (ISBN: 978-0-13-127498-3) Chapt.5.
11	Solution of convection-diffusion problem in time-independent flows by finite volume method.	H K VERSTEEG AND W MALALASEKERA ; An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (the finite volume method) Second Edition, published by Pearson Education Limited, 2007 (ISBN: 978-0-13-127498-3) Chapt.5.
12	Solution of convection-diffusion problem in time-independent flows by finite volume method.	H K VERSTEEG AND W MALALASEKERA ; An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (the finite volume method) Second Edition, published by Pearson Education Limited, 2007 (ISBN: 978-0-13-127498-3) Chapt.5.
13	Turbulent flow calculations, Reynolds-averaged Navier-Stokes equations and classical turbulence models	H K VERSTEEG AND W MALALASEKERA ; An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (the finite volume method) Second Edition, published by Pearson Education Limited, 2007 (ISBN: 978-0-13-127498-3) Chapt.3.
14	Turbulent flow calculations, Reynolds-averaged Navier-Stokes equations and classical turbulence models	H K VERSTEEG AND W MALALASEKERA ; An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (the finite volume method) Second Edition, published by Pearson Education Limited, 2007 (ISBN: 978-0-13-127498-3) Chapt.3.
15	Review of the semester
16	Final

Course Notes/Textbooks	H K VERSTEEG AND W MALALASEKERA ; An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (the finite volume method) Second Edition, published by Pearson Education Limited, 2007 (ISBN: 978-0-13-127498-3)
Suggested Readings/Materials	J.F. WENDT (ED.) Computational Fluid Dynamics An Introduction, Third Edition, Springer, 2009.ISBN: 978-3-540-85055-7

Semester Activities	Number	Weigthing	LO 1	LO 2	LO 3	LO 4	LO 5
Participation
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments	1	25	X	X	X	X	X
Presentation / Jury
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exams
Midterm	1	25	X	X	X
Final Exam	1	50		X	X	X	X
Total			2	3	3	2	2

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade	2	50
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade	1	50
Total

Semester Activities	Number	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Theoretical Course Hours (Including exam week: 16 x total hours)	16	3	48
Laboratory / Application Hours (Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours)	16		0
Study Hours Out of Class	14	5	70
Field Work			0
Quizzes / Studio Critiques			0
Portfolio			0
Homework / Assignments	5	3	15
Presentation / Jury			0
Project			0
Seminar / Workshop			0
Oral Exam			0
Midterms	1	7	7
Final Exam	1	10	10
		Total	150

#	PC Sub	Program Competencies/Outcomes	* Contribution Level
#	PC Sub	Program Competencies/Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	To have adequate knowledge in Mathematics, Mathematics based physics, statistics and linear algebra and Mechanical Engineering; to be able to use theoretical and applied information in these areas on complex engineering problems.		-	-	-	-	-
2	To be able to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex Mechanical Engineering problems; to be able to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.		-	-	-	-	-
3	To be able to design a thermal and mechanical system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the requirements; to be able to apply modern design methods for this purpose.		-	-	-	-	-
4	To be able to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysis and solution of complex problems in engineering applications.		-	-	-	-	-
5	To be able to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or Mechanical Engineering research topics.		-	-	-	-	-
6	To be able to work efficiently in Mechanical Engineering disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; to be able to work individually.		-	-	-	-	-
7	To be able to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; to be able to author and comprehend written reports, to be able to prepare design and implementation reports, to present effectively, to be able to give and receive clear and comprehensible instructions.		-	-	-	-	-
8	To have knowledge about global and social impact of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; to have knowledge about contemporary issues as they pertain to engineering; to be aware of the legal ramifications of engineering solutions.		-	-	-	-	-
9	To be aware of ethical behavior, professional and ethical responsibility; to have knowledge about standards utilized in engineering applications.		-	-	-	-	-
10	To have knowledge about industrial practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; to have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; to have knowledge about sustainable development.		-	-	-	-	-
11	To be able to collect data in the area of Mechanical Engineering, and to be able to communicate with colleagues in a foreign language.		-	-	-	-	-
12	To be able to speak a second foreign language at a medium level of fluency efficiently.		-	-	-	-	-
13	To recognize the need for lifelong learning; to be able to access information, to be able to stay current with developments in science and technology; to be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to Mechanical Engineering.		-	-	-	-	-

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