Hydraulics CIVL 3326

Course description:

Extension and application of fluid mechanics principles to hydraulic engineering problems. Pipe flow, pipe flow networks, flow measurement ,open channel flow, pipeline systems, turbo machinery, unsteady flow in pipes, network project with software application of network analysis and design (EPANET, WATERCAD).

Course Aims:

The main objectives of this course is to provide the student with a clear and through the presentation of the theory and application of Hydrualics as it applies to pipes, pumps, water distribution networks and open channels. This course will build on topics covered in Dynamics and mainly in Fluid Mechanics.

Course outcomes:

An ability to design, and analyze and interpret data.
An ability to design a Hydraulics system, its components, or process to meet required design values.
An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
A knowledge of contemporary issues in Hydraulic Engineering.
An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for hydraulic system practices.
An ability to identify, formulate, and solve Hydraulic problems.