101-0267-01L  Numerical Hydraulics

SemesterAutumn Semester 2021
LecturersM. Holzner
Periodicityyearly recurring course
Language of instructionEnglish



Courses

NumberTitleHoursLecturers
101-0267-01 GNumerical Hydraulics2 hrs
Mon13:45-15:30HIL E 6 »
M. Holzner

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AbstractIn the course Numerical Hydraulics the basics of numerical modelling of flows are presented.
Learning objectiveThe goal of the course is to develop the understanding of the students for numerical simulation of flows to an extent that they can later use commercial software in a responsible and critical way.
ContentThe basic equations are derived from first principles. Possible simplifications relevant for practical problems are shown and their applicability is discussed. Using the example of non-steady state pipe flow numerical methods such as the method of characteristics and finite difference methods are introduced. The finite volume method as well as the method of characteristics are used for the solution of the shallow water equations. Special aspects such as wave propagation and turbulence modelling are also treated.

All methods discussed are applied pratically in exercises. This is done using programs in MATLAB which partially are programmed by the students themselves. Further, some generelly available softwares such as BASEMENT for non-steady shallow water flows are used.
Lecture notesLecture notes, powerpoints shown in the lecture and programs used can be downloaded. They are also available in German.
LiteratureGiven in lecture

Performance assessment

Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits3 credits
ExaminersM. Holzner
Typesession examination
Language of examinationEnglish
RepetitionThe performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit.
Mode of examinationoral 30 minutes
Additional information on mode of examinationFive practical exercises will be given in the course.
Four will be solved using MATLAB and are
partially programmed by the students and one
exercise will be solved using BASEMENT.
Successful solution of the BASEMENT
assignment plus at least 3 Matlab exercises will
provide a maximum Bonus of 0.25 points to the
exam grade.
This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding.

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