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Use basic fluids in engineering

Use basic fluids in engineering

Module
National Code
DCSBFE613
State Code
AZ033
DTWD Status
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/11/2021
Field of Education
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to solve problems relating to fluids involving hydrostatics, conservation of energy and conservation of momentum.

The unit of competency is applied by technicians in a structural and civil engineering environment to apply fluid principles to construction projects.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
General notes
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Elements and Performance Criteria
Relate fundamental properties to fluid characteristics.
  • 1.1 Define fundamental properties of a fluid.
  • 1.2 Compare at least 3 types of fluid according to their properties.
Solve manometer problems.
  • 2.1 Calculate fluid pressure using the appropriate formula.
  • 2.2 Explain the principle of the hydraulic jack.
  • 2.3 Calculate the load that can be lifted by a hydraulic jack.
  • 2.4 Solve U tube manometer problems
  • 2.5 Compare advantages and disadvantages of various pressure measuring devices.
Apply the energy approach to solving flow measurement problems.
  • 3.1 Classify and explain typical types of fluid motion.
  • 3.2 Utilise the continuity equation to solve fluid mechanics problems.
  • 3.3 Use Bernoulli’s equation to solve fluid flow problems.
  • 3.4 Use Bernoulli’s equation to determine the theoretical discharge through a flow measuring device.
Solve problems involving impact of jets.
  • 4.1 Outline Newton’s second law.
  • 4.2 Use the momentum equation to calculate the forces on flat plates of various inclinations and relative velocities.
  • 4.3 Determine the forces on vertical and horizontal bends in a pipeline.
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Associated Qual/Courses
State Code National Code Title Type
BGQ97 52873WA Advanced Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering Accredited course
BGR66 52889WA Diploma of Civil and Structural Engineering Accredited course