Flow of Liquids Through Pipes, Fittings & Valves - Friction Loss & Efficiency Analysis

Master Piping Systems: Equipment, Design, Operation & Energy Optimization

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Course Description:

Welcome to our comprehensive course on Fluid Mechanics, focusing on the dynamics of liquids as they move through pipes, fittings, and valves.

We'll also explore pipe materials, sizing, and dimensions, considering traditional options like steel and copper, as well as modern alternatives such as PVC and HDPE. Understanding how materials affect flow dynamics is vital for optimizing system performance.

In addition to pipes, we'll cover various fittings and valves used in industrial processes, each playing a critical role in regulating flow and pressure. By analyzing their impact on friction loss, you'll learn to design efficient piping networks.

This course covers essential concepts such as friction loss, pressure drop, Reynolds number, and more, tailored for professionals in the process and manufacturing industry.

The Reynolds number helps us classify flow regimes – laminar, transient, or turbulent – within pipes, crucial for understanding flow behavior and predicting patterns accurately.

Friction loss is central to understanding how energy dissipates as fluids encounter resistance in conduits. We'll delve into the factors contributing to friction loss, including pipe surface roughness, velocity gradients, and fluid properties.

Through equations like the Darcy-Weisbach equation and Hazen-Williams formula, you'll learn to predict pressure drops accurately.

To reinforce learning, the course offers solved problems covering friction loss calculations, pressure drop analyses, and flow rate determinations. These practical exercises will enhance your problem-solving skills and prepare you for real-world challenges in fluid mechanics.

Join us on this enlightening journey through the intricate pathways of fluid flow and hydraulic engineering, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in your field.

What You Will Learn:

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Mechanical Energy Concepts
  • Fundamentals of Piping Systems & Valves
  • Friction Loss due to Pipe Friction, Fittings and Valves
  • Reynolds Number: Laminar, Transient and Turbulent Flow
  • The Friction Factor: Concept, Idea, Calculations and Impact in Piping
  • Pressure Drops in Pipes
  • Pressure Drops due to Friction Loss
  • Fundamentals of Mechanical Energy and the Mechanical Energy Equation

Recommended Audience:

This course is suitable for both: Students & Professionals. From Undergraduate and Graduate engineering students, environmental science majors, all the way to Professionals in engineering, environmental, and technical fields.Assessment:

The course will be assessed through quizzes.

Prerequisites:

Basic Knowledge of Mathemathics, Physics and Chemistry.

Recommended Course Follow-up

This is a course included in the Fluid Mechanics & Momentum Transport Bundle. It's Strongly Recommended to enroll in that Bundle to continue your Training.


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Your Instructor


Emmanuel Ortega - ChemEngGuy
Emmanuel Ortega - ChemEngGuy

Hi there, I'm Emmanuel Ortega, aka Chemical Engineering Guy...

I've been in the Chemical Industry for about 5 years. I love applying all my knowledge learned in University to the Daily Engineering Life. From working in a Petrochemical Plant as a Process Plant Designer to working with textile material from Polyester Yarns; I could teach you a lot of how it is important to learn the Engineering subjects!

My Expertise:

  • Simulation and Optimization of Chemical Processes
  • Chemical Process Design
  • Plant Design & Operation
  • Heat Transfer Operations and Equipment Design
  • Separation Technologies
  • Automotive & Industrial Polyester Yarn Technologies
  • Online Tutoring, Online Education Management

Right now I'm preparing online material for Engineers all over the world. I have a dream in which online education will break all barriers and let Engineers all over the world learn easier and faster! Please join me in my quest!

The Courses I design are entirely dynamic. You will see theory and then apply it ASAP to a real life problem! I even use the books you are using right now in your engineering courses...

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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.
Will I Get a Certificate/Diploma of Completion?
Yes! After the course, you will get a Ceritficate of Completion with a Diploma! You can use this in your Resume!
Are Resources Downloadable?
Absolutely YES! Every resource is available for download, allowing you to study alongside them.
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