Subject description

Analysis for the conservation of mass, momentum and energy in engineering systems; numerical methods for the solution for a selection of problems in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, solids mechanics, bulk solids and control systems; linear algebra; eigenvalue analysis; optimisation curve fitting; roots of equation; experimentation to validate engineering analysis; ordinary … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Pre-Requisite

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Teaching staff

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Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Construct mathematical models for linear and non-linear engineering systems.
2.
Apply existing analytical solutions for a range of engineering systems.
3.
Make efficient use of MATLAB and spreadsheets for the solution of engineering problems.
4.
Incorporate experimental data in the analysis of engineering systems.

Assessment details

In Class Quizzes

Assignment

Assignment

Mid Session Exam

Final Exam

Textbook information

Chapra, S.C. & Canale, R.P., Numerical Methods for Engineers, 7th Edition, McGraw-Hill, 2015, ISBN 9780073397924

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