Aim To assess the student knowledge in basic and applied fluid mechanics.
Objective To assess the student knowledge and skill in the following topics:
- Momentum equation
- Dimensional analysis
- Application of principles of fluid mechanics to design and construction of hydraulic structure systems
A. Knowledge and understanding of the topic
This is the factual foundation of the assignment. The essential facts should be accurate and broad enough in their scope to allow further application.
B. Application and analysis of the topic (Module specific Skill)
This is the way in which you analyze/ examine the factual information and how you interpret this information to add value to your answer (this could be in the form of conclusions, solutions, recommendations,etc.). It is also important to remember that the assessor must logically be able to follow the information in assignment submissions.
C. The structure in terms of logic and coherence
Submissions should have a clear start and a clear end. Information within submissions should also be logical and well grouped. Report structure, is composed of Abstract, Introduction & Referencing, Result Analysis, and Conclusion& Future works.
D. The use of relevant work examples and/or examples gained from further reading
Suggestions for further reading are contained within the course work and indicated at the end of the course work. These reading lists are not exhaustive and candidates are encouraged toread further and reference at the end of the course work using Harvard style of referencing.
Tasks Expected
Task-1: Field Visit Report
Site visit will be arranged for a hydraulic structure to find a context for the study of Fluid Mechanics and understand of its principles.Your task is to observe and note type of structure, purpose, hydraulic characteristics of the chosen structureand try to find out the information about the following:
- Role and importance of Damin Oman and other countries
- Identification, classificationand comparison ofsuch type of structure in Oman and in other countriesbased on construction material, purpose, hydraulic characteristics
- Detailed description of the visited structure(location, type, purpose, hydraulic characteristics, components)
- Calculation of hydrostatic pressure and center of pressure on the dam based on collected data
Requirement for the Report
Write a full detailed report on the field visit i.e., site description (location, topography...),type of structure (shape, construction material, design, capacity...), purpose, Hydraulic characteristics.
Calculation of hydrostatic pressure force and center of pressure shall be done based on collected data.