Course Description
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Course Name
Experimental Methods
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Host University
University of Cape Town
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Location
Cape Town, South Africa
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Area of Study
Mechanical Engineering
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Contact Hours
12 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits2
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units3
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Course outline: This course aims to develop an advanced understanding of experimental methods. Topics include: Terminology, standards, data analysis, uncertainty. Dimensional Analysis. Displacement, strain, pressure, flow and temperature measurements. Classical flow visualization techniques using electrical measurement techniques; and non- destructive evaluation techniques.
DP requirements: Attend all practical sessions and submit, within seven days of the session, if required, a written report; write the class test; pass the final examination; satisfactorily achieve each of the ECSA ELO?s associated with the course.
Assessment: Class test 10%; Laboratory/practical reports 20%; Examination 70%.
Course Disclaimer
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.