MMA2003 Thermofluids 1
Faculty of Engineering
MMA2003 Thermofluids 1 is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2027 in Semester 2 at Clayton and Malaysia. It needs ENG1005 and unlocks 5 units, leading on to 7 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2027
- Semester 2
- Clayton, Malaysia
- Assessment
- Exam 50%
- and 3 other tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
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Requisites
Before MMA2003
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After MMA2003
5 units list MMA2003 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
E6011 Master of Professional Engineering - You are exempt from the prerequisite rule if you are enrolled in this course.
Overview
This unit introduces the principles of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, laying the groundwork for analysing hydrostatic systems, internal flow systems, external fluid dynamics, and common thermodynamic systems. You will develop an understanding of key fluid and thermodynamic properties such as density, pressure, temperature, viscosity, momentum, energy, and entropy. This understanding will be applied through thermofluid principles including the thermodynamic and conservation laws, property relationships, dimensional analysis, equilibrium, Bernoulli’s theorem, and energy equations.
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | Flexible |
| Second semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- In-class test 1Quiz / Test25%
- In-class test 2Quiz / Test25%
- Final assessmentExamination50%
- Communication portfolioPortfolioCompetency hurdle-
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Apply the thermodynamic laws, control mass and control volume analyses, conservation principles, and dimensional analysis to fluid flows and idealised thermodynamic systems.
- 2
Analyse the performance and behaviour of thermofluid systems by applying principles of energy, work, momentum, and entropy to evaluate efficiencies, losses, forces, and non-dimensional coefficients.
- 3
Use professional communication practices appropriate to engineering contexts, including written communication, scheduling, and professional conduct.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops24 hours
- Practical activities24 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester, typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment, and preparation for scheduled activities.
You will actively engage in applying your knowledge, skills, and attributes in interactive, collaborative, and reflective activities.
Learning resources
Required resources
Textbook: Fundamentals of thermal-fluid sciences (Cengel, et al)
Where it fits
MMA2003 is part of 3 areas of study in the 2027 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Daniel Tudball-Smith
- Unit Coordinators
- Associate Professor Lau Ee Von
- Dr Josie Carberry
- Dr Daniel Tudball-Smith
- Associate Professor Kenny Tan
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MMA2003?
You need ENG1005 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after MMA2003?
MMA2003 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 5 units, including MAE3001, MAE3401, MAE3405, MEC4408 and MMA3101. Those lead on to 7 units in all.
When is MMA2003 offered?
In 2027, MMA2003 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton and Malaysia.
How much work is MMA2003?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does MMA2003 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 3 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include MMA2003?
MMA2003 is part of Aerospace engineering; Mechanical engineering; and Robotics and mechatronics engineering.
More details
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 2
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Faculty
- Faculty of Engineering
- Organisational unit
- Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
- Type
- Coursework
- EFTSL
- 0.125
- Student contribution
- SCA Band 2
- Study abroad
- Available
- Handbook years
- 20262027