UnitLevel 2Undergraduate

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 2026 in Semester 2 at Clayton and Malaysia. It needs ENG1005 and unlocks 6 units, leading on to 8 units in all.

Credit points: 6
Offered in 2026: Semester 2; Clayton, Malaysia
Assessment: Exam 50%; and 3 other tasks
Workload: 144 hours; per semester

This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.

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Requisites

Before MMA2003

Prerequisites

Pass these before you enrol.

ENG1005Engineering mathematicsNo reviews yet

Prohibitions

You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.

One of

After MMA2003

6 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 2026

Teaching period	Campus	Mode
Second semester	Clayton	Flexible
Second semester	Malaysia	On campus

Assessment

In-class test 1Quiz / Test
25%
In-class test 2Quiz / Test
25%
Final assessmentExamination
50%
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 2026 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 6 units, including MAE3001, MAE3401, MAE3405, MEC3451, MEC4408 and MMA3101. Those lead on to 8 units in all.

When is MMA2003 offered?

In 2026, 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