MEC 265 Fluid Mechanics

Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course covers the physical behavior of fluids and fluid systems. Topics include fluid statics and dynamics, laminar and turbulent flow, Bernoulli’s Equation, components, applications, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to apply fluid power principles to practical applications.

Pre-requisite(s): PHY 131 or PHY 151.
Course is typically offered in Spring.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At completion of the course, the student should be able to do the following:

Explore the basic concepts of engineering fluid mechanics.
Explore the role of fluid mechanics in the Mechanical Engineering field.
Employ fluid mechanic formulas using mathematical concepts.
Solve fluid problems suing computer programs.
Find solutions to basic fluid mechanics problems by applying appropriate equations to analyze problems.
Evaluate diagrams and charts to extract appropriate engineering data.
Create free body diagrams from engineering data.