The Copperbelt University

School of Engineering
[BEng (Hons)] in Aeronautical Engineering

Computational Fluid Dynamics (EA 422)

Course Lecturer Contacts: Eng. Emmanuel Zingapeta

Mechanical Department (SE)
Office No 18 (New Offices Behind Dict.)
Phone No: +260 964 190 782
Email: emmanuel.zingapeta@cbu.ac.zm or nuzety@yahoo.com

OFFICE HOURS: 14:00 17:00 (Weekdays) or By Appointment.

Course Literature : Jiyuan Tu. Computational Fluid Dynamics A Practical Approach Second Edition.
: Versteeg, Malalasekera W. An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics.

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COURSE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

The principal aim of this course is to introduce students to the principles and procedures
involved in the numerical modeling of CFD problems with the following objectives:

To develop the foundations of Finite Element (FEM) and Finite Volume Methods (FVM).
To create the basic Computational Fluid Dynamics concepts and methodologies and their
application to more complex physical problems.

On successful completion of this course you will be expected to be able to:

Express fundamental knowledge and technique of FEM.

Demonstrate tools to analyse engineering problems using FEM and FEA packages.
Explain basic concepts and theories of Computational Fluid Dynamics using FLUENT.
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ASSESSMENT METHOD

Coursework 20 %
Design Project 30 %

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TERM ONE TOPIC CONTENT/HANDOUTS

WEEK 1 Introduction To CFD (1 & 2) Handout: Assignment 01

WEEK 2 Introduction to CFD Software ANSYS FLUENT and CFX

WEEK 3 Basic CFD Equations (3) Due Date: Assignment 01 (Flow Cylinder)

WEEK 4 Mesh Generation and Boundary (3 & 6) Different Types of Meshes

WEEK 5 Basic Numerical Methods (4) Discretization Of Governing Equations

WEEK 6 Basic Numerical Techniques (4) Discretization Of Governing Equations

WEEK 7 Convection-Diffusion Problems Due Date: Assignment 02 (Bend Pipe)

WEEK 8 CFD Solution Analysis (5) Consistency, Stability, Convergence, Accuracy

WEEK 9 Turbulence Modeling (6) Turbulence-Modeling Approaches

WEEK 10 Practical Guidelines and Case (7) As A Design Tool, As A Research Tool

WEEK 11 CFD Applications (7) Due Date: Assignment 03 (Forward-Step)

WEEK 12 Engineering Design and Optimization (7) ANSYS Design Exploration

WEEK 13 Advanced CFD topics (8) DNS, LES, RANS, Multi-Phase Flows

WEEK 14 Project Consultation Design Project Report And Poster

WEEK 15 Project Consultation Design Project: Before Sessional Exam

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 GENERAL INFORMATION TO THE STUDENTS

Teamwork:
Next class you shall chose a 3-person team. Each member of the team is responsible for
the success of the project/assignments that will be given during the each term.

Grading of the assignments/projects is based primarily on teamwork, participation and

presentation. You must attend each class and participate in all team projects.

At the end of the term, your team members will each have a chance to evaluate your
contribution to team activities, this is to help moderate your project/assignment results.

Homework:
Individual homework/mini project is collected, graded, and returned in less
than a week. No late assignment is accepted (unless your excuse makes me laugh or cry).

Cooperation on homework can be helpful in learning however, copying someone's

homework will not be tolerated. In reading assignments, you are responsible for all
material whether it is covered in class or not. Numerical answers should contain three
sig. digits.

NB: Do not be afraid to ask any question, during or after classes preferably through my
University email address: emmanuel.zingapeta@cbu.ac.zm.

NO TO PLAGIARISM!! NO TO PLAGIARISM!! NO TO PLAGIARISM!! NO TO PLAGIARISM!!

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