Title: |
TSYH 3145, Hydraulics Part 1: Fundamentals of Fluids |
Institution: |
British Columbia Institute of Technology, Canada |
Level: |
Diploma, continuing education. |
Description: |
Introduces the terminology, physics and applications of hydrostatics and hydraulics. This course covers fluids at rest and in motion. Topics include: the properties of water, fluid pressure, hydrostatic force and buoyancy; fundamental laws of incompressible fluid flow; concepts of continuity, momentum, force, energy, power and work as they relate to hydraulic systems. Some basic concepts of pumps are also introduced. |
Programmes in which this course may be included: |
Diploma of Technology in Transportation Systems (Highways) Technology. |
Languages: |
English |
Media and methods employed:
Printed text, tutorial support. |
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Administrative information: |
This is a 2 credit course. |
Classification: |
060230 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING, AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING 010515 WATER CONTROL, IRRIGATION, HYDROPONICS
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Date: |
22 July 1998 bb Source: 1998 Course Offerings
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