MEC 265 Fluid Mechanics (3 Credit Hours)

Class Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
Prerequisites: Take PHY 131 or PHY 151
Corequisites: None
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.

Competencies

Student Learning Outcomes

Calculate the physical properties of fluids and fluid systems.
Calculate fluid statics and dynamics.
Calculate the effect of fluid pressure and flow on areas and pipes.
Describe the transmission of power through fluids.
Explain the basic concepts of fluid power systems.
Calculate the flow of fluids using Bernoulli’s Equation.