5 ECTS credits
140 h study time
Offer 1 with catalog number 4016292ENR for all students in the 2nd semester at a (E) Master - advanced level.
The valid fiche can be found at the following link : MECA-H402.
Course topics : Axial and radial turbomachines with non-compressible and compressible flows and the network on which the machine is installed.
Course aims/objectives : The course is an introductory course on all types of turbomachines from a user and a designer point of view. It aims at understanding the physics of the different rotating machines used to deliver energy to a fluid or extract its energy towards a shaft. Basic design principles are explained.
References : J. Gülich, Centrifugal pumps / J.H. Horlock, Axial flow compressors : fluid mechanics and thermodynamics / R. Aungier, Turbine aerodynamics : axial flow and radial-inflow turbine design and analysis
Course notes : distributed by the professor in class.
36 contacthours Lecture
24 contacthours Seminar, Exercises or Practicals
The students must be able to explain the functioning of turbomachines. They are capable to analyse existing machines and to draw up a basic design for a new machine when the working conditions are given. The student has to be capable to show that he understands the taught theories, as well as their physical background and that he can interprete them.
They have to be able to put the acquired knowledge into practice.
The final grade is composed based on the following categories:
Other Exam determines 100% of the final mark.
Within the Other Exam category, the following assignments need to be completed:
Written examination with a part on theory (8 points) without any course notes (closed books) and a part on exercises (8 points) with open books (theory and exercises done in class) + marks for the lab reports (4 points).
This offer is part of the following study plans:
Master of Electromechanical Engineering: Aeronautics (only offered in Dutch)
Master of Electromechanical Engineering: Energy (only offered in Dutch)
Master of Electromechanical Engineering: Aeronautics
Master of Electromechanical Engineering: Energy