Biofluid Mechanics (BMEN90036)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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Overview

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This subject will cover the physics of fluids, with a special focus on biologically relevant fluid flows. This includes the flow of bodily fluids in biomedical testing devices and in therapeutic systems. Students will study fundamental fluids mechanics principles and develop an understanding of the mathematics that describe them. These principles will then be employed using computational approaches in real-world applications for fluid mechanics, including pipe flow, microfluidics, pumps and rheology.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Apply the fundamental conservation laws of fluid mechanics to solve relevant engineering problems that address global needs
  • Solve mechanical energy balances in pipe flow, scale-up pumps and mixers
  • Apply the Navier-Stokes equations to determine velocity profiles in axisymmetric and planar flows
  • Predict the flow depth in various open-channel flow scenarios
  • Calculate forces on submerged objects
  • Understand the key dimensionless parameters in fluid mechanics
  • Use basic programming concepts to solve fluid mechanics problems

Generic skills

  • Ability to communicate effectively, with the engineering team and with the community at large
  • Ability to manage information and documentation
  • Understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities, and commitment to them
  • Ability to function effectively as an individual and in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, as a team leader or manager as well as an effective team member
  • Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution
  • Ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance
  • Understanding of the principles of sustainable design and development
  • Capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning

Last updated: 8 November 2024

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites


Note: the following subject/s can also be taken concurrently (at the same time)

One of

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
MAST20029 Engineering Mathematics
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
MAST20030 Differential Equations
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

OR

Equivalent

Corequisites


Non-allowed subjects

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
ENGR30002 Fluid Mechanics
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
MCEN30018 Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Recommended background knowledge

Basic MATLAB programming skills, with on-ramp options for those who have not had this experience.

Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)

The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.

Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home

Last updated: 8 November 2024

Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

LMS Quizzes (30 Mins each) submitted every two weeks (6x);

  • 30 minutes (each)
From Week 2 to Week 1220%

Written Calculation and Analysis Assignment - Assignment 1; 10 hours of work.

  • 10 hours (of work required)
Week 510%

Written Assignment - Practical Report 1; 10 hours of work;

  • 10 hours (of work required)
From Week 5 to Week 710%

Written Assignment - Practical Report 2; 10 hours of work.

  • 10 hours (of work required)
From Week 8 to Week 1010%

Written Exam - End of semester examination. ILOs 1-6 are assessed in the exam.

  • 2 hours
Hurdle requirement: Examination must be passed to pass the subject		During the examination period50%

Last updated: 8 November 2024

Dates & times

  • Semester 2
    Principal coordinatorDavid Collins
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hours1x 2-hour lecture and 1x 1-hour lecture per week for 12 weeks, 1x 1-hour tutorial session per week for 12 weeks, 2x 2-hour practical/labs throughout the semester, and optional office consultation for students of up to 1-hour each week.
    Total time commitment200 hours
    Teaching period22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024
    Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024
    Census date 2 September 2024
    Last date to withdraw without fail20 September 2024
    Assessment period ends15 November 2024

    Semester 2 contact information

    Dr David Collins

    Email: david.collins@unimelb.edu.au

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Last updated: 8 November 2024

Further information

  • Texts

    Prescribed texts

    There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.

  • Subject notes

    LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
    The subject is delivered through lectures, tutorials,  practicals, and consultations. Assessment is in the form of quizzes, practical reports, an assignment, and a final exam.

    INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES 
    Students are provided with lecture slides, tutorials with worked solutions, tutorials with discussed solutions, previous exam questions with worked solutions, and references.

    CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS
    An understanding of prinicples and concepts related to fluid mechanics is critical for a range of engineering fields, including biomedical engineering. Biofludic mechanics accordingly deals with the physics and importance of fluid and fluid flow in the human body and systems related to biomedical devices. Students build their understanding of these key concepts to understand functioning of human fluid systems and biomedical devices, with relevance to industries in medical devices and services.

  • Related Handbook entries

    This subject contributes to the following:

    TypeName
    CourseMaster of Engineering
    Specialisation (formal)Biomedical with Business
    Specialisation (formal)Biomedical
  • Available through the Community Access Program

    About the Community Access Program (CAP)

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    Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants

    Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.

  • Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students

    This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.

Last updated: 8 November 2024