OMZ413 Applied Fluid Mechanics

4 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 7. Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Unit FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING PR.
Code OMZ413
Name Applied Fluid Mechanics
Term 2025-2026 Academic Year
Semester 7. Semester
Duration (T+A) 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 4 ECTS
National Credit 3 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Label VK Vocational Knowledge Courses E Elective
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Prof. Dr. ALİ KESKİN
Course Instructor
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Prof. Dr. MUSTAFA ATAKAN AKAR (Güz) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

To solve basic aerodynamic problems, to provide basic concepts of incompressible aerodynamics, to provide basic information on preliminary aerodynamic design of vehicles.

Course Content

Fundamental formulations in fluid mechanics and aerodynamic problems. Inviscid and viscous flows. Applications in wind tunnels and external body flows. Computer aided aerodynamic design. Comparison of numerical and experimental results. Aerodynamic designs for reducing drag. Engine cooling aerodynamics. Aerodynamic noise

Course Precondition

There are no prerequisites for the course.

Resources

Fluid Mechanics: Fundamentals and Applications-Yunus Çengel- John Cimbala

Notes

Course presentation


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Define the concepts of resistance/drag and lift forces acting on objects due to flow.
LO02 Applies pressure, velocity and flow measurement methods.
LO03 Boru sistemlerindeki akışlarda boru sürtünme ve yersel yük kayıpların hesaplarını yapabilme yeteneği kazanır.
LO04 Gain the ability to determine the correct pump or turbine for a defined system.
LO05 Gain the ability to calculate mass, volumetric flow and average velocity in a flow.
LO06 Gains the ability to calculate the forces and moments acting on stationary or moving deflectors, elbows and nozzles, and rotating systems due to flow with the help of the motion quantity equation.
LO07 Gains the ability to acquire sufficient knowledge on engineering discipline-specific issues related to fluid mechanics.
LO08 Gain the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge specific to the engineering discipline of fluid mechanics in complex engineering problems.
LO09 Gain the ability to identify, define, formulate and solve complex engineering problems related to fluid mechanics; and to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Sufficient knowledge of mathematics, science and subjects specific to the automotive engineering discipline; the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas to solve complex engineering problems. 1
PLO02 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems in the field of Automotive Engineering; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 2
PLO03 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı In Automotive Engineering, the ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
PLO04 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Automotive Engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
PLO05 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to investigate complex engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics in the field of Automotive Engineering.
PLO06 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Ability to work effectively in intra-disciplinary (Automotive Engineering) and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
PLO07 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports in the field of Automotive Engineering and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
PLO08 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information in the field of Automotive Engineering, to follow developments in science and technology and to constantly renew oneself.
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Acting in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility in the field of Automotive Engineering, and knowledge of the standards used in engineering practice.
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management and change management in the field of Automotive Engineering; awareness about entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Knowledge about the universal and societal effects of automotive engineering applications on health, environment and safety and the contemporary problems reflected in the automotive engineering field; awareness of the legal consequences of automotive engineering solutions.


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Introduction to Applied Fluid Mechanics The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
2 Viscosity of fluids The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
3 Pressure measurement The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
4 Forces due to fluid stagnation The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Anlatım
5 Reynolds number, laminar flow, turbulent flow, energy losses due to friction The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
6 Drifting and lifting The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma, Anlatım
7 Flow of air in the pipe The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
8 Mid-Term Exam Written exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 Fans, Blowers, compressors and flow of gases The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
10 Momentum Analysis of Flow Systems The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
11 Dimensional analysis The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
12 Modelling The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Problem Çözme
13 Navier-Stokes Equations The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
14 Navier-Stokes Denkleminin Yaklaşık Çözümleri The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
15 External flow - An example application The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Deney / Laboratuvar
16 Term Exams Written exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
17 Term Exams Written exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav


Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria

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Assessment Type Midterm / Year Impact End of Term / End of Year Impact
1. Midterm Exam 100 40
General Assessment
Midterm / Year Total 100 40
1. Final Exam - 60
Grand Total - 100


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 7 7
Final Exam 1 9 9
Total Workload (Hour) 100
Total Workload / 25 (h) 4,00
ECTS 4 ECTS

Update Time: 09.05.2025 01:33