MECH 270 - Fluid Mechanics

Institution:

Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Description:

This course is a general study of both incompressible and compressible flow using the continuity, general energy and momentum equations. Topics covered are properties of fluids, the Bernoulli equation, orifice and venturi flow, turbulent and laminar flow through pipes and over flat plates, compressible flow through nozzles, and drag and lift. Prerequisite: MECH255 Thermodynamics I and MATH280 Calculus I. Day Course.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

WWW.WIT.EDU

Phone Number:

(617) 989-4590

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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