This document outlines the syllabus for the CC303 Hydraulics 1 course offered at a Malaysian polytechnic. The 15-week course introduces students to fluid behavior and applications in civil engineering. Students will study fluid characteristics, pressure, Bernoulli's theorem, energy losses, pipe flow, and open channel flow. They will also conduct hands-on laboratory experiments. The course aims to help students apply fluid mechanics principles to solve problems and demonstrate teamwork skills through collaborative lab work. Assessment includes tests, quizzes, practical skills evaluations, and a final exam.

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POLYTECHNICS
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION MALAYSIA
DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
COURSE : CC303 HYDRAULICS 1
INSTRUCTIONAL DURATION : 15 WEEKS
CREDIT(S) : 2
PREREQUISITE(S) : NONE
SYNOPSIS
HYDRAULICS 1 is a study of behaviour of fluids through the study of fluid flow in
typical civil engineering applications. This course includes study of fluid
characteristics, fluid pressure, Bernoulli theorem, Moody’s diagrams, energy loss in
pipes, uniform flow in open channel and conducting laboratory tests.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
1. Apply correctly the basic principles and characteristics of fluid mechanics,
and fluid flows in pipe and open channel and the application of these
principles to solve the related problem. (C3)
2. Carry out laboratory test according to standard procedures correctly (P4).
3. Demonstrate positive team working attributes by contributing actively in group
for laboratory tests that yield valid results (A3).
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SUMMARY ( 30 LECTURE : 30 PRACTICAL )
RTA
1.0 FLUID CHARACTERISTICS
This topic covers definition of fluid, hydrostatic and hydrodynamic,
differences in physical characteristics of fluid and gas, density,
specific weight, specific gravity, dynamic viscosity, kinematics
viscosity, newtonian and non-newtonian fluid.
( 04:06 )
2.0 FLUID PRESSURE
This topic introduces the students to the concept of pressure and
pressure head, pressure distribution diagram, atmospheric
pressure, absolute pressure and gauge pressure, measurement
of atmospheric pressure, measurement of pressure in pipe using
Manometer.
( 04:00 )
3.0 FLOW OF FLUIDS AND BERNOULLI’S EQUATION
This topic introduces the concept of continuity equation and its
applications in tapered and branched pipe. Students will learn
about Bernoulli’s equation and its application in uniform pipe,
tapered pipe and ventury meter and flow through orifice.
( 06:06 )
4.0 REYNOLDS NUMBER AND ENERGY LOSSES DUE TO
FRICTION
This topic discusses laminar and turbulent flows, Reynolds
number, Darcy’s and Hagen-Poiseuille equation for energy loss,
and the friction factor using Moody’s Diagram.
( 06:06 )
5.0 MINOR LOSSES IN PIPE
This topic discusses the energy loss that occurs as fluids flow
through pipes due to sudden contractions and expansions, the
entrance of fluid from a tank into a pipe, the exit of fluid from a
pipe into a tank and pipe bends. It covers the flow rate through
pipes in series and pipes in parallel.
( 04:06 )
6.0 UNIFORM FLOW IN OPEN CHANNEL
This topic discusses uniform flow, Chezy’s and Manning’s
coefficients for several types of channel surfaces and to
determine the best hydraulic cross section of the minimum area
for a given flow rate.
( 06:06 )
RTA : Recommended Time Allocation
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SYLLABUS
1.0 FLUID CHARACTERISTICS
1.1 Understand fluid properties and definitions
1.1.1 Define fluids
1.1.2 Explain the physical characteristics of liquid and gas
1.1.3 Define density, specific weight, and specific gravity
1.1.4 Identify the relationships between specific weight, specific
gravity, and density and solve problems using these
relationships.
1.2 Learn the physical nature and significance of viscosity in fluid flows
1.2.1 Define dynamic viscosity
1.2.2 Define kinematic viscosity
1.2.3 Explain ideal fluid, Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluid
1.2.4 Solve problems related to fluid properties
1.3 Conduct Fluid Characteristics experiment
1.3.1 Arrange work procedure accordingly
1.3.2 Execute safety and health procedure
1.3.3 Handle the given task correctly
1.3.4 Identify the data needed
1.3.5 Accomplish the task within a time frame given
1.3.6 Document the task and produce the report
2.0 FLUID PRESSURE
2.1 Understand pressure and pressure variation in a fluid at rest.
2.1.1 Explain the concept of pressure and pressure head
2.1.2 Explain the relationship between absolute pressure, gauge
pressure, and atmospheric pressure.
2.1.3 Describe the properties of air at standard atmospheric
pressure.
2.1.4 Explain the relationship between a change in elevation and the
change in pressure in a fluid.
2.1.5 Describe a barometer, piezometer, U-tube manometer.
2.1.6 Calculate the pressure difference in manometer
3.0 FLOW OF FLUIDS AND BERNOULLI’S EQUATION
3.1 Understand Continuity equation and its application
3.1.1 Define velocity and flow rate
3.1.2 State Continuity equation
3.1.3 Calculate the velocity and flow rate using Continuity equation
for
a. tapered pipe
b. branched pipe
3.2 Understand Bernoulli’s equation and its application
3.2.1 Describe pressure energy, kinetic energy and potential energy
in terms of head
3.2.2 Explain the principle of conservation of energy
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3.2.3 Calculate flow rate through
a. uniform pipe
b. tapered pipe
c. ventury meter
3.2.4 Define small and large orifice
3.2.5 Explain coefficient of contraction, coefficient of velocity and
coefficient of flow rate
3.2.6 Calculate the flow rate through orifice
3.3 Conduct Bernoulli Theorem experiment
3.3.1 Arrange work procedure accordingly
3.3.2 Execute safety and health procedure
3.3.3 Handle the given task correctly
3.3.4 Identify the data needed
3.3.5 Accomplish the task within a time frame given
3.3.6 Document the task and produce the report
4.0 REYNOLDS NUMBER AND ENERGY LOSSES DUE TO FRICTION
4.1 Understand the behaviour of fluids flowing in pipes
4.1.1 Define steady flow and unsteady flow
4.1.2 Explain laminar flow, turbulent flow and transition flow
4.1.3 State the Reynolds number formula
4.1.4 Identify the limiting values of the Reynolds number
4.1.5 Calculate the Reynolds number
4.2 Understand energy losses that occur in real pipeline
4.2.1 Explain main losses and minor losses in a pipe system
4.2.2 Define the friction factor
4.2.3 Explain Darcy’s equation for computing the energy loss due to
friction for either laminar or turbulent flow
4.2.4 Explain the Hagen-Poiseuille equation for computing the
energy loss due to friction in laminar flow
4.2.5 Calculate the friction factor using Moody’s Diagram
4.2.6 Calculate the energy loss due to friction
4.3 Conduct Reynolds Number experiment
4.3.1 Arrange work procedure accordingly
4.3.2 Execute safety and health procedure
4.3.3 Handle the given task correctly
4.3.4 Identify the data needed
4.3.5 Accomplish the task within a time frame given
4.3.6 Document the task and produce the report
5.0 MINOR LOSSES
5.1 Understand the energy losses in pipe networks.
5.1.1 Explain minor losses in pipe
5.1.2 Calculate minor losses due to:
a. sudden enlargement
b. sudden contraction
c. exit loss
d. entrance loss
e. pipe bends
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5.1.3 Calculate flow through pipes in series
5.1.4 Calculate flow through pipes in parallel
5.1.5 Draw hydraulic grade line and total energy line
5.2 Conduct Minor Losses experiment
5.2.1 Arrange work procedure accordingly
5.2.2 Execute safety and health procedure
5.2.3 Handle the given task correctly
5.2.4 Identify the data needed
5.2.5 Accomplish the task within a time frame given
5.2.6 Document the task and produce the report
6.0 UNIFORM FLOW IN OPEN CHANNEL
6.1 Understand the concept of uniform flow in open channel.
6.1.1 Define uniform flow.
6.1.2 Explain hydraulic gradient, wet perimeter and hydraulic radius
6.1.3 State Chezy’s formula and coefficient for several types of
surface of channel
6.1.4 Calculate flow rate, section dimension or channel slope using
Chezy’s formula
6.1.5 State Manning's formula and coefficients for several types of
surface of channel
6.1.6 Calculate the flow rate, section dimension or channel slope
using Manning's formula
6.1.7 Calculate the best hydraulic cross section of rectangular and
trapezium shape channel using Chezy’s and Manning’s
formula
6.2 Conduct Uniform Flow experiment
6.2.1 Arrange work procedure accordingly
6.2.2 Execute safety and health procedure
6.2.3 Handle the given task correctly
6.2.4 Identify the data needed
6.2.5 Accomplish the task within a time frame given
6.2.6 Document the task and produce the report
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ASSESSMENT
The course assessment is carried out in two sections:
i. Coursework (CA)
Coursework is continuous assessment that measures knowledge ,
technical skill and soft skills.
ii. Final Examination(FE)
Final examination is carried out at the end of the semester.
The percentage ratio of FE to CA should follow the guideline stated in the Arahan-
Arahan Peperiksaan dan Kaedah Penilaian which is approved by the Lembaga
Peperiksaan dan Penganugerahan Sijil/Diploma Politeknik
ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATION TABLE (AST)
CONTENT
ASSESSMENT METHODS FOR COURSEWORK(CA)
CLO1
CLO2
CLO3
Test Quiz
Other
Assessment
Practical
*2(20*) *2(10%) *2(20%) *5(50%)
Fluid characteristics √ √ √ √ √
Fluid pressure √ √
√
Flow of fluids and
Bernoulli’s equation √ √ √ √
Reynolds number and
energy losses due to
friction
√ √ √
√
√
√
Minor losses √ √ √ √
Uniform flow in open
channel √
√ √
√ √
Remarks :
1. Explain clearly the basic principles and characteristics of fluid mechanics, and
fluid flows in pipe and open channel and the application of these principles to
solve the related problem (C3)
2. Carry out laboratory test according to standard procedures correctly. (P4)
3. Demonstrate positive team working attributes by contributing actively in group for
laboratory tests that yield valid results (A3).
*(x) refers to the quantity of assessment.
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REFERENCES
Bruce R.M, Donald F.Y, & Theodore H.O. (2006). Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics,
Wiley, US
Clayton T.C.,Donald F.E. & John A. R. (2005) Engineering Fluid Mechanics. Wiley,
US
Douglas J.F. et al (2000). Fluid Mechanics. Prentice Hall, US.
E.John Finnemore .(2001). Fluids Mechanis with Engineering Applications. Mc Graw
Hill.
Frank M.W .(2008). Fluid Mechanics. Mc Graw Hill
Robert L.M. (2006),Applied Fluid Mechanics, Prentice Hall, US
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MATRIX OF COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO) VS PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES (PLO)
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOME
(CLO)
COMPLIANCE to PLO Recommended
Delivery Modes
Assessment
PLO1 PLO2 PLO3 PLO4 PLO5 PLO6 PLO7 PLO8 PLO9
LD1 LD2 LD3 LD4 LD5 LD6 LD7 LD8 LD9
Explain clearly the basic principles and
characteristics of fluid mechanics, and
fluid flows in pipe and open channel
and the application of these principles
to solve the related problem
√ Interactive
Learning,
Discussion
Test, Quiz,
Other
assessment,C3
Carry out laboratory test according to
standard procedures correctly
√
Practical Practical skill
P4
Demonstrate positive team working
attributes by contributing actively in
group for laboratory tests that yield
valid results.
√
Practical
Practical skill
A3
Total 1 1 1
Remarks:
LD1 knowledge
LD2 Practical Skills
LD3 Communication Skills
LD4 Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
LD5 Social Skills and Responsibilities
LD6 Continuous Learning and Information Management Skills
LD7 Management and Entrepreneurial Skills
LD8 Professionalism, Ethics and Moral
LD9 Leadership and Teamwork Skills
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DISTRIBUTION OF STUDENT LEARNING TIME
ACCORDING TO COURSE LEARNING –TEACHING ACTIVITY
No Learning and Teaching Activity SLT
FACE TO FACE
1.0
1.1
1.2
1.3
Delivery Mode
Lecture [ 2 hour(s) X 15 week(s)]
Practical [ 2hour(s) X 15 week(s)]
Tutorial [ 0 hour(s) X 15 week(s)]
30
30
0
2.0
2.1
2.2
2.3
Coursework Assessment (CA)
Lecture – hour-assessment
- Theory Test [ 2 ]
- Theory Quiz [ 2 ]
- Other assessment [ 2 ]
Practical- hour- assessment
[ 0]
Tutorial – hour- assessment
Tutorial Exercises [ 0 ]
1
0.5
2
0
NON FACE TO FACE
3.0 Coursework Assement (CA)
Other assessment [ 2 ] 6
4.0
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
Preparation and Review
Lecture [0.25hour(s) X 15 week(s)]
-Preparation before theory class eg: download lesson notes [ / ]
-Review after theory class eg : additional references , discussion. [ ]
Practical [0.25hour(s) x 15 week(s)]
-Preparation before practical class/field work/survey eg:review notes , checklist/lab sheets[ / ]
-Post practical activity eg: lab report, additional references and discussion session
session. [ ]
-Preparation before studio work presentation/critique. [ ]
Tutorial [0 hour(s)x 15 week(s)
-Preparation for tutorial
Assessment
-Preparation for test [ 2 ] [1 hour(s)x 2= 2]
-Preparation for quiz [ 2 ] [1 hour(s)x 2 =2]
3.75
3.75
2
2
TOTAL 81
Credit=SLT/40 2
Remarks:
1.Suggested time for
Quiz = 10 -15 minutes
Test (theory)= 20-30 minutes
Test (Practical)=45 to 60 minutes
2. 40 National hours is equivalent to 1 credit
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