BCH302 Chemical Engineering Fluid Mechanics Syllabus
AKTU B.Tech · 3rd Semester · Unit-wise syllabus (effective 2023-24)
BCH302 Chemical Engineering Fluid Mechanics (also written as KCH302) is a subject in Semester 3 of the AKTU B.Tech programme, prescribed by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University. It carries 4 credits with an L-T-P of 3-1-0. The syllabus is divided into 5 units: Hours Introduction and Fluid Statics, Fluid Dynamics and Dynamic Analysis of Flow, Internal Incompressible Viscous Flow and Pipe fittings and valves, Fluid Handling Machinery. The complete unit-wise topic list, course outcomes and reference books are given below, taken from the official AKTU syllabus effective from 2023-24.
BCH302 Subject Details
| Subject Code | BCH302 / KCH302 |
|---|---|
| Subject Name | Chemical Engineering Fluid Mechanics |
| University | Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) |
| Course | B.Tech (Bachelor of Technology) |
| Year / Semester | 2nd Year · 3rd Semester |
| Credits | 4 |
| L-T-P | 3-1-0 |
| Total Units | 5 |
| Scheme Effective From | 2023-24 |
| Last Verified | 2026-08-15 |
BCH302 Chemical Engineering Fluid Mechanics Unit-Wise Syllabus
Official AKTU syllabus (effective 2023-24) — 5 units.
Unit 1: Hours Introduction · Fluid Statics
Hours Introduction: Fundamental concepts of fluids, Fluid statics, kinematics and dynamics, 1. Rheological properties of fluids. Fluid Statics: The basic equation of fluid statics, Pressure–depth relationship, Pressure forces on plane and curved surfaces, Buoyancy and stability, Forces on immersed and submerged bodies, Pressure measurements.
Unit 2: Fluid Dynamics · Dynamic Analysis of Flow
Fluid Dynamics: Lagrangian and Eulerian descriptions, Flow visualization–streamline, 2. pathline, streakline and timeline, profile plots, classification of fluid motions, Reynolds 10 transport theorem. Dynamic Analysis of Flow: control mass, control volume, conservation of mass, continuity, momentum theorem, linear and angular momentum, mass-momentum- kinetic energy balance, Eulers equation of motion, Bernoulli theorem, Navier-Stokes equations, tubular laminar flow and Hagen-Poiseuille equation.
Unit 3
Dimensional Analysis, Similitude and Modeling: Dimensional homogeneity and 3. analysis, Methods of finding dimensionless numbers, Selection of variables, Rayleigh 6 and Buckingham’s π method, Common dimensionless numbers and their physical significance, Model and Prototypes, Complete and incomplete similarity.
Unit 4: Internal Incompressible Viscous Flow · Pipe fittings and valves
Internal Incompressible Viscous Flow: General characteristics of pipe flow, laminar and 4. turbulent flow, entrance region and fully developed flow in pipe, shear stress distribution and velocity profiles, external flow, boundary layer concepts. Energy correction factors, Energy and hydraulic grade lines, major and minor losses in pipes, fittings, pipe network, friction factor, flow through fixed and fluidized beds. Flow Measurements in pipe and open channels: Flow rate and velocity measurement; Pitot tube, orifice meter, venture meter, rotameter, notches and weirs. Pipe fittings and valves: Schedule number, joints and fittings, different types of valves.
Unit 5: Fluid Handling Machinery
5. Fluid Handling Machinery: Classification, performance characteristics and sizing of 8 pumps, compressors, fans and blowers.
BCH302 Course Outcomes
- EXAM DURATION: 3 HOURS SEMESTER: III (ODD)
- L: 3 T: 1 P: 0 CREDITS: 4 PRE-REQUISITE: NIL
- OBJECTIVE:
- To present the fundamental insights of fluids, their static, dynamic behaviors, flow measurement and
- fluid machineries.
- Understand the properties and flow of fluid.
- Explain the factors influencing velocity profiles for laminar and turbulent flow.
- Analyze the model and prototype.
- Understand and solve incompressible viscous flow problems.
- Design the pumps and compressors for optimum operation.
- REFERENCE BOOKS:
- S.No. Name of Authors / Books / Publishers Year of
- Publication
- / Reprint
- 1 Nevers N.D., “Fluid Mechanics For Chemical Engineers”, 4th Ed., McGraw Hill Higher 2021
- Education.
- 2019
- 2 Cengel Y.A. and Cimbala J.M. “Fluid Mechanics: Fundamentals and Applications, 4thEd.,
- McGraw-Hill. 2014
- 2018
- 3 Balachandran P. “Engineering Fluid Mechanics”, PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.
- 4 Munson B.R., Young D.F.,Okiishi T.H. and Huebsch W.W., “Fundamentals of Fluid 2022
- 2016
- Mechanics”,8thEd., Willey.
- 5 White F.M.“FluidMechanics”,9thEd.Tata McGraw-Hill.
- 6 Rajput, R.K.,“Textbook of Fluid Mechanics”,S.Chand and Co., New Delhi.
- Internet based/ online resources:
- https://archive.nptel.ac.in/courses/103/104/103104043/
- https://archive.nptel.ac.in/courses/103/104/103104044/
- Free E-books: https://engineeringbookslibrary.files.wordpress.com/2019/03/fluid-mechanics-fundamentals-and-
- applications-3rd-edition-cengel-and-cimbala-2014.pdf
- https://books.google.com.np/books?id=kIeYeyZ8U0wC&printsec=copyright#v=onepage&q&f=false
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Frequently Asked Questions about BCH302
What is the syllabus of BCH302 Chemical Engineering Fluid Mechanics?
The AKTU BCH302 Chemical Engineering Fluid Mechanics syllabus is divided into 5 units: Hours Introduction and Fluid Statics; Fluid Dynamics and Dynamic Analysis of Flow; Internal Incompressible Viscous Flow and Pipe fittings and valves; Fluid Handling Machinery. The complete topic list for each unit is published on this page, taken from the official Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University syllabus effective from 2023-24.
How many units are there in BCH302?
BCH302 Chemical Engineering Fluid Mechanics has 5 units in the AKTU syllabus, with an L-T-P (Lecture-Tutorial-Practical) structure of 3-1-0 and 4 credits.
Is BCH302 the same subject as KCH302?
Yes. AKTU renumbered its B.Tech subject codes from the 2022-23 session onwards, so the same subject appears as BCH302 and KCH302 depending on the scheme year. The syllabus content is the same.
Which semester is BCH302 taught in?
BCH302 Chemical Engineering Fluid Mechanics is taught in Semester 3 of the 2nd year of the AKTU B.Tech programme.
How many credits is BCH302 worth?
BCH302 Chemical Engineering Fluid Mechanics carries 4 credits in the AKTU evaluation scheme, with an L-T-P of 3-1-0.
Where can I download BCH302 previous year question papers?
AKTU B.Tech previous year question papers for every semester are available to download free on Ryzenstudy, with no login or registration required.
Is this the official AKTU syllabus for BCH302?
Yes. Every topic on this page is taken from the official Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University syllabus document (AKTU B.Tech 2nd Year Chemical Engineering Syllabus), effective from 2023-24. A direct link to the original AKTU PDF is provided at the top of this page. Last verified on 2026-08-15.
Related AKTU Syllabus
Source: Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University official syllabus — AKTU B.Tech 2nd Year Chemical Engineering Syllabus, effective from 2023-24. Ryzenstudy is not affiliated with AKTU. Content last verified on 2026-08-15.