ENTC 1310 Fluid Mechanics with Applications

1. Course Description This course presents the principles of fluid mechanics and the application of these principles to practical, applied problems. Emphasis of course will be on fluid properties, measurement of pressure, viscosity and density, and flow. Fluid power components and applications will also be introduced.

2. Prerequisites DFTG 1305 or approval of the division chair.

3. Course Goals The following list of course goals will be addressed in the course. These goals are directly related to the performance objectives (Addendum A). (*designates a CRUCIAL goal) 1. Define basic fluid mechanics terms 2. Define basic fluid mechanics laws 3. Solve basic fluid pressure and pressure head problems 4. Define fluid pressure terms 5. Solve hydraulic cylinder fluid problems 6. Define fluid buoyancy and force terms 7. Solve fluid buoyancy and fluid pressure/force problems 8. Define fluid flow rate and horsepower terms 9. Solve fluid flow rate and horsepower problems 10. Define Bernoulli’s equation terms 11. Solve fluid velocity, pressure, and elevation problems ADDENDUM A PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES 7. The student will solve fluid buoyancy and fluid pressure/force problems. The student will be allowed restricted references. Solutions to problems will be compared to text and industry standards. Content goals 1-3 are prerequisite knowledge. 11. The student will solve fluid velocity, pressure, and elevation problems. The student will be allowed restricted references. The solutions to problems will be compared to text and industry standard solutions. Content goals 4-7 are prerequisite knowledge.

4. Instructor Information Robert Lewis, Drafting Program Coordinator, Office H-202A Email: robert.lewis@brazosport.edu or phone 979-230-3275.

5. Textbook or Course Material Information There is no textbook required. Class material will be provided for you.

6. Lab Requirements 3 SCH, 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab per week.

7. Students with Disabilities BC is committed to providing equal education opportunities to every student. BC offers services for individuals with special needs and capabilities including counseling, tutoring, equipment, and software to assist students with special needs. Please contact Phil Robertson, Special Populations Counselor, 979-230-3236 for further information.

8. Academic Honesty BC assumes that students eligible to perform on the college level are familiar with the ordinary rules governing proper conduct including academic honesty. The principle of academic honesty is that all work presented by you is yours alone. Academic dishonesty including, but not limited to, cheating, plagiarism, and collusion shall be treated appropriately. Please refer to the BC Student Guide for more information, this is available online at http://www.brazosport.edu, click on the link found on the left side of the homepage.

9. Attendance and Withdrawal Policies Students in this class are subject to withdrawal for accumulating 3 consecutive or 4 total semester absences. Students not attending class regularly will be withdrawn from class by the instructor. The instructor may reinstate the student after withdrawal, if in the judgment of the instructor; the absences do not jeopardize satisfactory course completion.

10. Course Requirements and Grading Policy Each student will spend at least 4 hours per week preparing for class. The student will have an opportunity to evaluate the instructor. You are expected to complete all assignments in a timely manner. Student grades will be assigned according to the following criteria: DRAWINGS 50% UNIT EXAMS 30% FINAL EXAM 20%

Grades of A through F will be assigned according to college policy.

11. Testing There will be tests, exams, quizzes to be completed, and you will have ample time to prepare for each of these. Tests, exams or quizzes are expected to be completed on the scheduled day, and you will receive your test material back for future reference

12. Make-up policy Late work will not generally be accepted. Make up assignments and make up tests will be accepted on an independent, per student basis as the instructor sees fit.

13. Student Responsibilities Students are expected to fully participate in the course. The following criteria are intended to assist you in being successful in this course.

a. Time Management b. Understanding the Syllabus Requirements c. Utilizing Online Components (such as WebCT) d. Communicating with the Instructor e. Completing Course Work

14. Projects, Assignments, Portfolios, Service Learning, Internships, etc. 1. Demonstrate proper fluid mechanic problem solving methodologies as it relates to practical

fluid flow systems. 2. Design and analyze practical fluid flow systems. 3. Identify and understand basic fluid power components and circuits. 4. Define basic fluid mechanics terms & laws 5. Define and solve basic fluid pressure and pressure head problems 6. Solve hydraulic cylinder fluid problems 7. Define and solve fluid buoyancy and force terms 8. Define fluid flow rate and horsepower terms 9. Solve fluid flow rate and horsepower problems 10. Define Bernoulli’s equation terms 11. Solve fluid velocity, pressure, and elevation problems

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