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Faculty of Science, Engineering and Computing.
Penrhyn Road
Kingston upon Thames
Surrey KT1 2EE

Tel: +44 (0)20 8417 9000

Computational Fluid Dynamics

Short Course

Course Aims

  • Equip students with the knowledge base essential for application of computational fluid dynamics to engineering flow problems
  • Provide the essential numerical background for solving the partial differential equations governing the fluid flow
  • Develop students' skills of using a commercial software package

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:

  • Understand solution of aerodynamic flows. Appraise & compare current CFD software.Simplify flow problems and solve them exactly
  • Define and setup flow problem properly within CFD context, performing solid modelling using CAD package and producing grids via meshing tool
  • Understand both flow physics and mathematical properties of governing Navier-Stokes equations and define proper boundary conditions for solution
  • Use CFD software to model relevant engineering flow problems. Analyse the CFD results. Compare with available data, and discuss the findings

Contribution to UK-SPEC Outcomes

  • Underpinning science and mathematics, and associated engineering disciplines
  • A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of mathematical models relevant to the mechanical and related engineering disciplines, and an appreciation of their limitations
  • Understanding of engineering principles and the ability to apply them to analyse key engineering processes
  • An understanding of the capabilities of computer based models for solving problems in engineering, and the ability to assess the limitations of particular cases

Important Notice

All courses are subject to availability.

English language competency

Candidates whose first language is not English will be required to show evidence of an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent.

Duration
October - Monday to Friday,
09:00 - 17:00 (1 Week)

Assessment (credit-bearing attendance only)
Coursework

Credit-bearing fees
£900 (UK/EU), £1200 (International)

Non credit-bearing fees
£750 (UK/EU), £1050 (International)

Resit fees
£150

Note
Fees include course materials and access to relevant specialist software and laboratories.

Discounts may be available for multiple bookings (courses or delegates attending) - please call +44 (0) 20 8417 7488 for details.

How To Apply
Download the Short Course application form and post the completed form to us. Please ensure you have read the Short Course Policies document.

Contact
Paul Williams
Faculty of Science, Engineering and Computing
Paul.Williams@kingston.ac.uk

Please Note
University regulations (Section 5.2 of 'Awards of the University, September 2007') contain certain restrictions on using modules taken as short courses as credit towards a qualification. For further information, please contact the Short Course Unit.