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ENS2108 Mechanical Science
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
Credit Points: 15
Prerequisites:
MAT1137 Introductory Applied Mathematics , OR
MAT1236 Calculus 1 , OR
WACE Mathematics 3C/3D
 
Description:
This unit provides students with an entry level understanding of engineering thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics. The thermodynamics component develops basic understanding of fundamental properties and states. The First and Second Laws of thermodynamics are covered in addition to gas power cycles (internal combustion engines and gas turbines). Heat transfer introduces the governing laws of conduction, convection and radiation as well as basic heat exchangers. Fluid mechanics includes the fundamental processes and laws governing some internal and external flows.

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This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets
K99Bachelor of Aviation
Y73Bachelor of Technology (Aeronautical)
G68Bachelor of Technology (Motorsports)
 
 
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 15/03/2013 VET: 20/05/2013