Fluid Flow Operations Course | IIT Guwahati Chemical Engineering MOOC
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 130 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Core |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Categories | Chemical Engineering |
| Credit Points | 3 |
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 26 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Unlock the Principles of Fluid Mechanics with IIT Guwahati's Expert-Led Course
Fluid Flow Operations form the backbone of countless industrial processes, from chemical manufacturing and energy production to water treatment and food processing. A deep understanding of how fluids behave and interact is crucial for any engineer. Now, you have the opportunity to master these essential concepts through a comprehensive, 12-week Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) designed and delivered by a leading expert from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati.
Meet Your Instructor: Prof. Subrata Kumar Majumder
This course is led by Prof. Subrata Kumar Majumder, a distinguished Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at IIT Guwahati. With a prolific research career focused on multiphase flow, reactor development, hydrodynamics, and pioneering work in micro-nano bubble science, Prof. Majumder brings both academic excellence and practical insight to the curriculum.
His accolades speak volumes:
- Fellow of the International Society for Research and Development, London.
- Recipient
- Editor and Editorial Board Member for several prestigious international journals including the Journal of Chemical Engineering Research Studies and American Journal of Fluid Dynamics.
- Author of four books, five book chapters, and over 80 international publications.
- His current groundbreaking work involves microbubble technology for applications in mineral processing, food engineering, and environmental remediation.
Course Overview: What You Will Learn
Structured for undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as junior engineers, this MOOC breaks down complex fluid mechanics principles into easy-to-understand modules. The course is enriched with illustrations, photographs, and real-world phenomena to bridge the gap between theory and practice. Weekly assignments will solidify your understanding of each topic.
Level: Undergraduate
Duration: 12 Weeks
Intended Audience: Students and faculty of Chemical, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering.
Industry Support: Highly relevant for industries involved in chemical processing, flow reactor design, piping systems, and fluid metering.
Detailed 12-Week Course Layout
| Week | Core Topics |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Characteristics of a Fluid: Density, viscosity, surface tension, compressibility, perfect gas law. |
| Week 2 | Fluid Statics: Pressure, forces on vessels, buoyancy, relatively stationary state. |
| Week 3 | Fundamentals of Flow: Streamlines, steady/unsteady flow, laminar/turbulent flow, Reynolds number. |
| Week 4 | One-Dimensional Flow: Continuity, Energy, Momentum, and Angular Momentum conservation equations. |
| Week 5 | Flow of Viscous Fluid: Navier-Stokes equations, boundary layer theory, lubrication theory. |
| Week 6 | Losses in Pipes: Frictional losses, pipe network analysis, pumping to higher levels. |
| Week 7 | Flow in a Water Channel: Open channel flow, specific energy, hydraulic jump. |
| Week 8 | Drag, Lift, and Cavitation: Forces on submerged bodies, aerodynamics, cavitation phenomena. |
| Week 9 | Dimensional Analysis & Similarity: Rayleigh and Buckingham Pi methods, scaling laws. |
| Week 10 | Compressible Fluid Flow: Sonic velocity, Mach number, isentropic flow, shock waves. |
| Week 11 | Measurement of Flow: Techniques for measuring flow velocity and discharge. |
| Week 12 | Multiphase Flow & Applications: Flow patterns, hydrodynamics, and real-world industrial applications—a specialty of Prof. Majumder. |
Essential Learning Resources
The course curriculum is supported by a robust selection of textbooks and references, ensuring a well-rounded education.
Primary Textbooks:
- Nakayama & Boucher, Introduction to Fluid Mechanics
- Fox & McDonald, Introduction to Fluid Mechanics
- McCabe, Smith & Harriot, Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering
Reference Books:
- Bird, Stewart & Lightfoot, Transport Phenomena
- Coulson & Richardson, Chemical Engineering, Vol. 1
- Majumder, S.K., Hydrodynamics and Transport processes of inverse bubbly flow (Authored by the instructor)
Why Enroll in This Fluid Flow Operations Course?
This isn't just another theoretical course. It's a gateway to understanding the dynamic behavior of fluids with direct implications for process design, optimization, and innovation. The special emphasis on multiphase flow phenomena in the final week, drawn from Prof. Majumder's extensive research, provides unique insights into cutting-edge applications like mineral beneficiation and environmental cleanup.
Whether you're a student aiming to build a strong foundation, a faculty member seeking quality teaching material, or a professional engineer looking to refresh and expand your knowledge, this MOOC offers unparalleled value. Join this learning journey to navigate the fascinating world of fluid flow operations with one of India's foremost experts.
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