Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Engineering (9210-01) - City & Guilds

Unit 129 Fluid mechanics
Level: 6
Introduction
This unit is about the properties of fluids and the principles of fluid mechanics. Additionally, it covers
fluid systems analysis, performance studies and the application of system design.
Unit aim
The aim of this unit is to provide the knowledge, understanding and skills required to analyse fluid
properties, fluid mechanics and apply these to simple fluid systems.
Learning outcomes
There are four learning outcomes to this unit. The learner will:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of basic fluid mechanics related to compressible and
incompressible fluids
2. Perform fluid flow calculations
3. Analyse the mechanics of particles immersed in a fluid
4. Analyse the principles and applications of turbo-machinery
Guided learning hours
It is recommended that 150 hours should be allocated for this unit of which 90 would be direct
taught hours while the remainder is for laboratory practical work and independent study. The unit
may be carried out on a full time or part time basis.
Assessment
This unit will be assessed by means of one three hour examination paper plus satisfactory
completion of prescribed assignments and laboratory work. The assessments will be carried out
separately.
The learner is expected to have knowledge of science and mathematics needed to solve basic
engineering problems as per the City & Guilds Advanced Technician Diploma 2565 or relevant HND
or other equivalent.
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