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MECH_V - 280

MECH_V 280 (3) Introduction to Fluid Mechanics

Fluid properties; statics; kinematics, dynamics, energy, and momentum principles for control volumes; dimensional analysis and similarity; laminar and turbulent flow; pipe flow; principles of centrifugal pumps. [3-0-1] Prerequisite: All of MATH 152, PHYS 170 and one of MATH 217, MATH 253; and either (a) PHYS 131 and one of PHYS 108, PHYS 118; or (b) PHYS 153 or (c) all of PHYS 157, PHYS 158, PHYS 159. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.

UBC Vancouver Academic Calendar 2025/26

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