Turbulence & Multiphase Flow

Host University

University of Virginia

Semester

Spring 2026

Course Number

MAE 6290

CRN

20326

Credits

3

Discipline

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Instructor
Times and Days

Asynchronous

Course Information

Discussion of turbulence in engineering and natural systems; turbulent flow physics and statistical properties for velocity, kinetic energy, and dissipation; turbulent length, velocity, and time scales; turbulence governing equations and modeling.  Multiphase flow in engineering and natural systems; particle characteristics, multiphase flow equations of motion, trajectories, and coupling regimes, including turbulent particle interactions.  Prerequisite MAE 3210 or CE 3210 or equivalent 

Prerequisites

MAE 3210 or CE 3210