Mechanical · Course

Turbulence and RANS Modelling

Learn about the fundamentals of turbulent flow in this project-based modeling course. Design turbulence models, RANS: k-epsilon, k-omega, for industrial CFD applications. Gain expertise to model practical solution for challenging industrial problems in an industry-oriented turbulence course.

Duration
12 weeks
Content
20 hours
Projects
2
Mode
Online
Overview

What you'll
be able to do.

  • This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of the physics and modelling of fluid turbulence.
  • An overview of fluid turbulence and related difficulties are presented in this course.
  • The course then focuses on the industrial CFD application areas and different turbulence models (RANS: k-epsilon, k-omega, etc) used in commercial packages, their strengths, and weaknesses.
  • The knowledge and skills acquired would aid the students to choose the best models for a given flow problem.
Tools you'll use
ANSYS FluentPython
Curriculum

12 modules,
built with industry.

  1. 01Turbulence and RANS Modelling12 modules
    1. What is Turbulence?W01
    2. From Physics to ModelingW02
      • In this session, you will learn
        • The difficulties and simple assumptions of the Navier-stokes equation
        • Vorticity and “eddy” modelling
        • Why model? From low to high fidelity models
        • How to choose models
    3. Reynolds Averaging - 1W03
      • In this session, you will learn
        • What is averaging in fluid mechanics?
        • Decomposition of variables
        • Averaging of Navier-Stokes equations
        • Modeling effect of fluctuations
    4. RANSW04
      • In this week, you will learn
        • The effect of fluctuations and Reynolds stress tensor
        • tensors
        • Kinetic theory, Gradient diffusion hypothesis, and Knudsen number
          • Difference between molecular and turbulent eddy motion
    5. Dynamics and scales of Turbulence-Part 1W05
      • In this session, you will learn
        • Energy cascade in real space
        • Kolmogorov’s theory (small scale dynamics)
        • Correlation functions
        • Space and time scales
    6. Dynamics and scales of Turbulence-Part 2W06
      • In this week, you will learn
        • Isotropic (Homogeneous) turbulence
        • Equations in Fourier space
        • The role of pressure
        • Velocity spectra
        • Taylor’s hypothesis
        • Spectral view of energy cascade
    7. Free Shear FlowsW07
      • In this week, you will learn
        • Energy exchange between the mean flow and turbulence
        • Free shear flow
        • Self similarity
        • Round jet
        • Plane flow equations
    8. Wall-bounded Shear Flows W08
      • In this session, you will learn
        • Wall flows
        • Plane flow equations
        • Log law
        • The importance of modelling
        • Heat transfer in wall flows
    9. Modeling Basics-Part 1W09
      • In this session, you will learn
        • Turbulent viscosity hypothesis
        • Reynolds stress analogy
        • Reynolds stresses equation
        • Closure problem
    10. Modeling Basics-Part 2W10
      • In this session, you will learn
        • Mixing length model
        • Other algebraic models
        • Turbulent kinetic energy models
    11. Practical Models-Part 1W11
      • In this session, you will learn
        • The k-epsilon model
        • The k-omega model
        • Near wall treatments
    12. Practical Models-Part 2W12
      • In this session, you will learn
        • Reynolds stress models
        • Role of numerical dissipation
Industry projects

2 projects
you'll ship.

Our projects are designed by experts in the industry to reflect industry standards. By working through our projects, Learners will gain a practical understanding of what they will take on at a larger-scale in the industry. In total, there are 2 Projects that are available in this program.

 2D Couette-Poiseuille flow

2D Couette-Poiseuille flow

In this project, you will implement the given turbulence model into a fundamental flow problem and verify with experimental data.

Simulating turbulent flow through pipes

Simulating turbulent flow through pipes

In this project, you will calculate and compare a practical flow case using SA, k-epsilon, k-omega, and RST models in Fluent.

Fee

One fee.
Everything included.

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FAQ

Questions,
answered.

Will I get a demo session of the course before enrolling if needed?

Yes, you can request a demo session of the course on the institute's official website before enrolling in the program.

What will I gain from this course?

The course will give you a better understanding of concepts like fluid mechanics, modelling, turbulence, basic scientific coding, and commercial Ansys FLUENT software. The course will allow you to make informed decisions in your CFD process and will help you save time and effort in your professional life. 

Does Skill-Lync offer placement aid?

Yes, students get job guidance at Skill-Lync platform only if they opt for the PG Programs.

What are the software skills taught in the industry?

This course's key software skills include basic scripting and scientific calculation skills, mainly in Python,  and Ansys FLUENT software, used in related companies and academia.

How long is my enrolment valid?

You will get 12 months of access with the basic membership and 18 months with the pro membership. Lifetime Access is available on opting for the premium membership.

Will this course help me to get a job?

Yes, the course equips you with various skills required to demonstrate a good level of technical aptitude in the subject. Apart from this, a practical orientation in the course helps you meet the industrial skill demands and makes you an expert in the applications of turbulence models in CFD.

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