Fluid Mechanics Theory

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Credits 4. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours. Theory of incompressible and compressible fluid flow, introduction to fluid power systems and controls, and dynamics of turbomachinery. Mathematical analysis of piping systems to determine pump head, system resistance, and pipe sizing optimization. Topics include physical properties of fluids, continuity equation, Bernoulli's Equation, Darcy's Equation, series and parallel flow, relative roughness, friction factors, dimensional analysis, and laws of similitude. Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification or approval of instructor.