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MAE 185Computational Fluid Mechanics

4 units · MAE · UC San Diego

This course will cover numerical solutions of the compressible and incompressible Navier-Stokes equations using finite difference and finite volume discretization with a primary emphasis on programming and a secondary emphasis on application of commercial tools. Introduction to flow visualization will also be covered.

Before you enroll

Prerequisites

You need one from each line:

Where it fits

Where it sits in degree plans

Required in (1)

  • AeroEng w/Spec Aerothermodynam

One of the options in (2)

  • Mechanical Engineering with a Specialization in Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Systems (B.S.)
  • Mechanical Engineering with a Specialization in Renewable Energy and Environmental Flows (B.S.)