FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT
AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT:
MECHANICAL AND MECHATRONICS
ENGINEERING
PROGRAMME:
Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Mechanical
Engineering)
MODULE NAME:
HYDRODYNAMIC MACHINES III
MODULE CODE:
MHM32A
NQF LEVEL:
CREDITS:
7
14
COMPILED BY:
Mr. LR Masheane
DATE REVISED:
2021
CONTENTS
BLENDED LEARNING LEARNER GUIDE
CONTENTS
1.
2.
3.
4.
MODULE OVERVIEW ............................................................................ 3
1.1
Purpose Statement ...........................................................................................3
1.2
Module Information ...........................................................................................3
1.3
Knowledge Areas covered in this Module .........................................................3
1.4
Graduate Attributes to be Assessed in this Module ..........................................3
1.5
Module Syllabus Outline ...................................................................................3
1.6
Module Learning Material..................................................................................4
1.7
Information about the lecturer ...........................................................................4
MODULE LEARNING OUTCOMES........................................................ 5
2.1
Calculation of Module Credits and Notional Hours ...........................................5
2.2
Module Learning Units and Notional Hours ......................................................6
2.3
Semester Programme for the Module ...............................................................7
2.4
Assessment of Module Learning Units .............................................................8
2.5
Assessment Procedure .....................................................................................9
2.6
Graduate Attributes Assessed in this Module ...................................................9
2.7
CUT Graduate Attributes and Action Verbs Used in Assessments ..................9
2.8
Aligning CUT Graduate Attributes to ECSA Graduate Attributes .................. 10
2.9
Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy used in the formulation of questions ................ 10
LEARNING COMPONENT ....................................................................12
3.1
Guidelines for improving performance in the module .................................... 12
3.2
Assignment/Project Submittal and Identification Sheet ................................. 13
LABORATORY COMPONENT ..............................................................14
4.1
5.
Laboratory/Practical Submittal and Identification Sheet ................................ 15
SAFETY COMPONENT .........................................................................16
5.1
General Safety ............................................................................................... 16
5.2
Hand and Power Tools ................................................................................... 16
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1.
MODULE OVERVIEW
1.1
Purpose Statement
The module Hydrodynamic Machines III in the programme B Eng Tech (Mechanical
Engineering), aims at providing learners with an advanced understanding of hydrodynamic
machines in order to enable the practical application of generally accepted conceptual
procedures to ultimately attain advanced skills in the practical application thereof in
Mechanical Engineering.
1.2
Module Information
Learning area
Module
Module code
NQF level
Credits
Notional hours
Contact sessions
Assessments
1.3
Mechanical Engineering
Hydrodynamic Machines III
MHM32A
7
14.4
144
Four (4) theory periods per week, presented through an
online platform such as Blackboard Collaborate, as
indicated on the timetable
4 practical periods of 40 minutes each
1 assignment, I self-study, 2 tests and 1 Examination per
semester
Marking Rubrics will be provided with the practicals and
assignments
Knowledge Areas covered in this Module
MHM32A
1.4
14.4
14.4
Graduate Attributes to be Assessed in this Module
No Graduate Attributes will be assessed in this module.
1.5
Module Syllabus Outline
The following topics will be covered in this learning module:
• Pumps
3
6. Complementary
Studies
7
5. Computing and IT
Module
Credits
4.Engineering Design
& Synthesis
Hydrodynamic
Machines III
NQF
Level
3. Engineering
Sciences
Module Name
1. Mathematical
Sciences
Module
Code
2. Natural Sciences
ECSA Credits in Knowledge Area
•
•
1.6
Turbines
Compressors
Module Learning Material
Prescribed Textbook:
1. Fluid Mechanics: Fundamentals and Applications
Highly recommended reading:
1.7
by Yunus A. Cengel Dr. and John M. Cimbala,
2016, 6th Edition
1. Engineering Fluid Mechanics, T. A.I-Shemmeri,
Bookboon, 2012.
2. Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics, 7th Ed.,
Munson B R, Young D F & Okiishi T H, 1994.
Information about the lecturer
Name:
Office:
Telephone:
E-mail:
Postal address:
Consulting Hours:
Mr. LR Masheane
BHP BUILDING, Room 152
(051) 507 3683
lmasheane@cut.ac.za
Central University of Technology, Free State
Private Bag X20539, Bloemfontein, 9300, South Africa
Consulting will be conducted via eThuto’s Discussion Board
and email facility
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2. MODULE LEARNING OUTCOMES
This module will be presented according to the outcomes-based education philosophy.
The lecturer will use a variety of instructional techniques and methods in striving towards
achieving the critical cross-field outcomes as well as the general aims of the module and
the specific outcomes.
2.1
Calculation of Module Credits and Notional Hours
The minimum notional hours required by a student for successful completion of this
module, as well as the credits allocated to the module, are calculated from the formula
supplied by HESQSF (Refer to ECSA document E-01-P and E-24-STA):
Notional Hours = W (LTLML + tTTMT) + PTPMP + X + ATA
Credits = Notional Hours / 10
Where W is the number of weeks per semester, L and t the number of online lecturing and
tutorial periods per week respectively, P is the total number of practicals (virtual or
conducted on campus) and A the number of assignments per semester. X is the number
of self-study content and TX duration of completing the self-study content in hours. Then
TL, TT, TP and TA are the duration of a lecturing period, a tutorial period, a practical period
and an assignment in hours, respectively, while ML, MT and MP represents a work factor
for lectures, tutorials and practicals respectively.
The blended learning notional hours and associated credits for Hydrodynamic Machines
III, together with an explanation of the work factors, are calculated below:
Factor X
Scheduled Contact
Code
MHM32A
Course
HYDRODYNAMIC
MACHINES III
Notional Hrs
Online Lecture
Weeks
11
Online Tutorials
Practicals
Evaluation
Assign
Self-study
# credit
40 min period = 0.67h 40 min period = 0.67h 1 periods = 0,67h
Per Week
Per Semester
L
4
t
0
P
4
Time (h)
6
No of Topics
1
A
1
TL
0,67
TT
0,67
TP
0,67
2
TA
6
14,46
ML
3,5
MT
0
MP
3,5
6
144,6
103
0
9
Factor
4
24
Time (h)
2
5
2.2
Module Learning Units and Notional Hours
Learning area activity
Notional
hours
Pumps
• Positive Displacement Pumps
• Centrifugal Pumps
• Axial Flow Pumps
• Pump Scaling
Lectures
Formative Test 1 (T1)
35
4
Assignment
Laboratory (P1)
6
4.5
Turbines
• Impulse Turbine (Pelton)
• Reaction Turbines (Francis, Kaplan)
• Wind Turbines
• Turbine Scaling
Lectures
Formative Main Test
(T2)
36
8
Laboratory (P2)
4.5
Compressors
• Reciprocating Compressors
• Centrifugal Compressors
Lectures
36
Self-study (Stagnation)
2
Main Assessment
12
Total
144
Unit description
6
2.3
Week
1
Semester Programme for the Module
Unit descriptor
Positive Displacement Pumps
Positive Displacement Pumps
2
Reciprocating Pumps
Reciprocating Pumps
3
Reciprocating Pumps
Reciprocating Pumps
4
Centrifugal Pumps
Centrifugal Pumps
5
Reference
Notes
Fluid Mechanics:
Fundamentals and
Applications by Yunus A.
Cengel Dr. and John M.
Cimbala, 2016, 6th
Edition
APPLIED
THERMODYNAMICS FOR
ENGINEERING
TECHNOLOGISTS, EASTOP
MCCONKEY
Centrifugal Pumps
Pump Scaling
6
Pelton Wheel
Pelton Wheel
7
FrancisTurbine
FrancisTurbine
8
Francis Turbine
Kaplan Turbine
9
Kaplan Turbine Kaplan Turbine
Turbine Scaling
10
Turbine Scaling
Reciprocating Compressors
11
Reciprocating Compressors
Centrifugal Compressors
7
2.4
Assessment of Module Learning Units
2.4.1 Unit 1: Pumps
Learning area
outcome
Teaching and
learning activity
After completing this
learning
unit,
the
student will be able to:
- Know the operation,
function, application
of Positive
Displacement Pumps
- Know the operation,
function, application
of Centrifugal Pumps
and solve practical
related problems
- Know the operation,
function, application
of Axial Flow Pumps
and solve practical
related problems
- Apply the Similarity
Laws
to
execute
Pump Scaling
- Worked
examples
are
done during the
online lectures.
- Questions
are
given to students
to attempt during
the
online
lectures.
- Solutions
to
these questions
are
developed
thereafter during
the
online
lectures.
- Students make
use of laboratory
equipment to
prove theory
Assessment
method and
instrument
Method:
Test 1
Instruments:
Question paper
and
memorandum
Laboratory
sheet
with
rubric.
Assignment on
Positive
Displacement
Pumps
Assessment
criteria
GA
assessed
Competence
indicator
GA
assessed
Competence
indicator
Students
solve
questions on the
appropriate
learning area.
Student should
remember,
understand, apply,
and develop the
ability to analyse
from the
knowledge gained
to solve welldefined
engineering
problems.
2.4.2 Unit 2: Turbines
Learning area
outcome
Teaching and
learning activity
Upon completion of this - Interactive online
unit, learners will have
lectures are
the ability to:
presented and
- Know the operation,
students are given
function, application
chance to present
of the Pelton Wheel
their answers to
and solve practical
descriptive
questions
related problems
Students
are
- Know the operation,
encouraged
to
function, application
make notes during
of the Francis and
online lectures
Kaplan Turbine and
make
solve
practical - Students
use
of
laboratory
related problems
equipment
to
- Know the operation,
prove
theory
function, application
of Wind turbines
- Apply the Similarity
Laws to execute
Turbine Scaling
Assessment
method and
instrument
Method:
Main Test
Instruments:
Question
paper
and
memorandum
Laboratory
sheet
with
rubric.
Assessment
criteria
Students
solve
questions on the
appropriate
learning area.
Student
should
remember,
understand, apply,
and develop the
ability to analyse
from the knowledge
gained to solve
well-defined
engineering
problems.
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2.4.3 Unit 3: Compressors
Learning area
outcome
Teaching and
learning activity
Upon completion of - Interactive online
this unit, learners will
lectures are
have the ability to:
presented and
- Know the operation,
students are given
function, application
chance to present
of
Reciprocating
their answers to
Compressors
and
descriptive
solve
practical
questions
- Students are
related problems
encouraged to
- Know the operation,
make notes during
function, application
online lectures
of
Centrifugal
Compressors
and - Students make
use of laboratory
solve
practical
equipment to
related problems
prove theory
2.5
Assessment
method and
instrument
Method:
Main Test
Instruments:
Question
paper
and
memorandum
Laboratory
sheet
with
rubric.
Assessment
criteria
GA
assessed
Competence
indicator
Students
solve
questions on the
appropriate learning
area.
Student
should
remember,
understand, apply,
and develop the
ability to analyse
from the knowledge
gained to solve
well-defined
engineering
problems.
Assessment Procedure
Assessment of the gained knowledge of the student is done by taking into account the
following assessment components and associated weighting:
Type of assessment
Assessment criteria
Weight (%)
Calculation procedure
Test 1 (T1)
25
Test 2 (T2)
40
Assignment 1
10
Laboratory Practical 1 (PM1)
12.5
Laboratory Practical 2 (PM2)
12.5
Course Mark (CM)
0.25T1+ 0.4T2+0.35(Assignment 1+PM1 + PM2)
Final Mark (FM)
0.5CM + 0.5EM
A student must obtain a minimum CM of 40% to be allowed to write the Main Assessment. It is a further
requirement that the student should obtain at least 50% on average for PM1 and PM2 to be able to pass
the subject and qualify for the Main Assessment. To qualify for the Re-assessment a student must
obtain a final mark of between 45% and 49%. The examination mark (EM) is the mark which a student
obtains during the Main Assessment at the end of the semester.
2.6
Graduate Attributes Assessed in this Module
No Graduate Attributes will be assessed in this module.
2.7
CUT Graduate Attributes and Action Verbs Used in Assessments
CUT Graduate Attributes
Practical Definitions
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Sustainable development
Ensuring a sustainable curriculum
Incorporating aspects of sustainability in the content.
Innovation and problem
solving
Promoting the iUSE model (investigate, understand,
solutions and evaluate).
Entrepreneurship
Featuring aspects relating to entrepreneurship.
Community engagement
Encouraging students to benefit their communities.
Technologically literate
Efficiently using computer hardware and software.
Numerate
Performing
correct
manipulations.
Teamwork
Nurturing group work of two or more students.
Communication
Promoting good written and oral communication.
Citizenship and global
leadership
Including aspects relating to citizenship, leadership or
management.
Technical and conceptual
competence
Operating specific equipment or apparatus effectively.
2.8
and
equation
Aligning CUT Graduate Attributes to ECSA Graduate Attributes
CUT Graduate Attribute
Sustainable development
Innovation and problem
solving
Entrepreneurship
Community engagement
Technologically literate
Numerate
Teamwork
Communication
Citizenship and global
leadership
Technical and conceptual
competence
2.9
calculations
ECSA Graduate Attribute
Sustainability and Impact of Engineering Activity
Engineering Design
Problem Solving
Investigations, experiments and data analysis
Independent Learning Ability
Engineering Professionalism
Engineering methods, skills, tools, including Information
technology
Application of scientific and engineering knowledge
Individual, Team and Multidisciplinary working
Professional and Technical Communication
Engineering Professionalism
Individual, Team and Multidisciplinary working
Engineering methods, skills, tools, including information
technology
Engineering Design
Problem Solving
Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy used in the formulation of questions
Objective
Definition
Illustrative verbs
Level
Creating
Designing
experiments, devices,
process, and products
Generate; combine;
construct; formulate;
propose; assemble;
design; predict;
improve
HOq- Highest level
dependent on students
reasoning ability
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Evaluating
Choosing from among
alternatives and
justifying the choice,
optimizing processes,
making judgments
about the
environmental impact
of engineering
decisions, resolving
ethical issues
Assess; justify;
conclude; evaluate;
verify; confirm;
determine
HOq
Analysing
Solving well-defined
problems, developing
process models and
simulations,
troubleshooting
equipment and system
problems
Distinguish; compare;
contrast; differentiate;
classify; categorize;
analyse
HOq
Applying
Applying course
material to solve
straightforward
problems
Change;
demonstrate; modify;
solve; use; show;
calculate
HOq
Understanding
Paraphrasing text,
explaining concepts in
jargon-free terms
Explain; convert;
estimate; rearrange;
summarize; derive;
describe; review;
relate
LOq
Remembering
Repeating memorised
information
Name; list; state;
define; describe;
label; sketch;
discuss; identify;
select; insert;
complete
LOq - Lowest level
dependant on
student’s memory
ability
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3. LEARNING COMPONENT
3.1
Guidelines for improving performance in the module
Attend all classes. Prepare for each lecture by using this learning guide. Unless you ask
questions, the lecturer will assume that you understand all the theory and will commence
with applications. If you do not understand, bring it to the lecturer’s attention as soon as
possible by asking specific questions.
During the years, it has been proven that the following guidelines will result in academic
success:
• Read the appropriate section in your learner guide carefully before attending
the lecture.
• You should study the completed section in depth, as soon as possible after the
lecture, but at least before the following lecture.
• You must complete all the relevant homework exercises, assignments or
questions for each lecture topic. Spend more time thinking about the problem
and referring to resources mentioned in the learning units. Try to answer the
question to the best of your ability. If you have made any mistake, small as it
may be, correct it in class and if you are still not sure about the solution, ask the
lecturer for further explanation.
• Concentrate on understanding the logic of the module instead of concentration
entirely on the technique used.
• Work out all class examples, self-study work and laboratory work thoroughly
and completely.
• Test your increasing knowledge daily.
•
•
•
•
•
•
When answering any assessment:
Read the question carefully; make sure you know what is being asked.
Then, stop and think.
Write your answer systematically and as neat as possible.
Show all your calculations at all times, i.e. how you arrived at the solution.
Make sure that you manage your time effectively, in other words, do not spend
more time on one question than is available. Work fast and accurately!
Work through tutorials, previous test and examination papers, in order to get
used to the style and standard of the papers.
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3.2
Assignment/Project Submittal and Identification Sheet
RESULT%
Student number(s):
Surname and initials:
Programme:
B Eng Tech (Mechanical Engineering)
Module name:
Hydrodynamic Machines III
Module code:
M
Graduate Attribute (GA)
assessment:
1
H
2
M
3
4
3
5
2
6
7
A
8
9
10
Assignment/project number:
Due date:
2
0
2
1
M
M
D
D
Lecturer:
DECLARATION OF OWN WORK:
I,
______________________________________________________________,
student
number______________________________________, hereby declare that the content of this
assignment/project is my own work, as defined and constituted in the Rules and Regulations of the
Central University of Technology, Free State (Please consult the Programme Guide of the Department).
Signed:
________________________________
Date:
________________________________
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4. LABORATORY COMPONENT
Attendance at laboratories is compulsory and students are advised to spend some time in
the laboratories for preparation and developing skills in the use of equipment and software
packages for solving well-defined problems. The laboratory weights and their due week
numbers for the module are given in section 2.2 and 2.4. Each laboratory work is important
since it forms part of the assessment of the module.
Practical
Hydrodynamic Machines III
Experiment 1
Characteristic Curves of a Centrifugal Pump
Experiment 2
Characteristic Curves of a Pelton Wheel
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4.1
Laboratory/Practical Submittal and Identification Sheet
RESULT%
Student number(s):
Surname and initials:
Programme:
B Eng Tech (Mechanical Engineering)
Module name:
Hydrodynamic Machines III
Module code:
M
H
M
3
2
A
Assignment/project number:
Due date:
2
0
2
1
M
M
D
D
Lecturer:
DECLARATION OF OWN WORK:
I,
______________________________________________________________,
student
number______________________________________, hereby declare that the content of this
assignment/project is my own work, as defined and constituted in the Rules and Regulations of the
Central University of Technology, Free State (Please consult the Programme Guide of the Department).
Signed:
________________________________
Date:
________________________________
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5. SAFETY COMPONENT
5.1
General Safety
Close attention should be given to all aspects of safety throughout training, and the highest
possible standards insisted upon. There is a special need to emphasize the fundamental
safety rules of behaviour, dress and practice when the trainee enters the workshop.
Instructors have a particular responsibility to set a good example and to check without
delay any departure from safe working practices by trainees. Individual responsibilities in
respect of the safety of all persons in the vicinity of the working area must be clearly
understood by everyone. It is essential to develop safe working habits.
5.1.1 What to do
•
•
•
•
•
•
Think before you act.
Ask if in any doubt.
Help to keep gangways clear.
Keep your bench and working area tidy.
Find out the position and type of fire appliances available.
Report all accidents to your supervisor
5.1.2 What not to do
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Do not run.
Do not play practical jokes.
Do not touch any equipment or try out machines unless authorized to do so.
Do not leave rubbish lying about.
Do not walk under suspended loads.
Do not attempt to give first aid unless you are competent to do so.
Do not throw things.
5.1.3 Further points to consider
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
5.2
Wear your overalls buttoned up.
Roll up your overall sleeves above the elbows or button up the cuffs.
Keep hair short or wear a cap.
Obey all safety rules and signs.
Report any accident, however slight.
Have all injuries properly treated, however minor.
Do not wear torn overalls.
Do not wear rings or a watch when working.
Do not take chances.
Hand and Power Tools
All tools must be used in a safe manner, in particular sharp tools such as knives or
screwdrivers. These should be held in such a way as to minimize the chances of cuts to
the user if they slip from the work. The snipping of wires with side-cutters can lead to bits
of wire entering the eye and therefore goggles should be worn for such work. These tools
must be electrically safe and should be inspected regularly for cable wear and loose
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connections. They should never be used without a guard or some form of protection fitted
and adjustments to these tools should only be made once they have been disconnected
from the supply. Soldering irons should always be kept covered to prevent accidents
leading to burning of the skin or of the flex of the soldering iron. The work being soldered
or de-soldered should be securely gripped and the work should take place on a heat-proof
mat. Excess solder should be wiped off using a wet cloth or sponge and should not be
flicked off. Care should also be taken to avoid breathing in the fumes of the flux.
5.2.1 Protective Clothing
Whether or not this is worn depends on the regulations and on the work taking place in
the workshop. Long hair should be tied back and if hair preparation is used the hair should
also be covered whenever working close to a naked flame.
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