BFT401 Fluid Flow and Solid Handling Syllabus
AKTU B.Tech · 4th Semester · Unit-wise syllabus (effective 2023-24)
BFT401 Fluid Flow and Solid Handling (also written as KFT401) is a subject in Semester 4 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: Solids and Their Handling and Power-driven machines, Particle Separation, Fluid flow and Fluid statics, Pumping and compressing, Agitation and Mixing. The complete unit-wise topic list, course outcomes and reference books are given below, taken from the official AKTU syllabus effective from 2023-24.
BFT401 Subject Details
| Subject Code | BFT401 / KFT401 |
|---|---|
| Subject Name | Fluid Flow and Solid Handling |
| University | Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) |
| Course | B.Tech (Bachelor of Technology) |
| Year / Semester | 2nd Year · 4th Semester |
| Credits | 4 |
| L-T-P | 3-1-0 |
| Total Units | 5 |
| Scheme Effective From | 2023-24 |
| Last Verified | 2026-08-15 |
BFT401 Fluid Flow and Solid Handling Unit-Wise Syllabus
Official AKTU syllabus (effective 2023-24) — 5 units.
Unit 1: Solids and Their Handling · Power-driven machines
I. Hours II. Solids and Their Handling: Properties of solids,screening, industrial screening equipment. Determination of particle size, screen analysis,Sizereduction of solids, III. methods and laws of size reduction, operating variables, intermediate and fine size IV. reduction, and Energyrelationshipsinsize reduction. Power-driven machines: Crushers, V. grinders, and conveyors.
Unit 2: Particle Separation
Particle Separation: Theory, continuous and batch equipment. Flow of solids through fluids, classification, Gravity settling, Sedimentation ;Thickening; Elutriation, Centrifugal separation, floatation, filtration and magnetic separation
Unit 3: Fluid flow · Fluid statics
Fluid flow: Properties of fluids. Fluid statics: Euler’s equation, Hydrostatic Law and Pressure Measurement. Transport of fluids, energy relationships, pipe fittings, head losses in pipe flow Flow measurements: Flow rate and velocity measurements, Orifice meter. Nozzle and venturi meter, rotameter and pitot tube.
Unit 4: Pumping and compressing
Pumping and compressing: reciprocating pumps, rotary pumps, centrifugal pumps and blowers. Introduction to fluidization.
Unit 5: Agitation and Mixing
Agitation and Mixing: Agitated vessels; Blending and mixing; Suspension of solid particles ;Dispersion operations; Agitator selection.
BFT401 Course Outcomes
- PRE REQUISITES: NIL
- OBJECTIVE:
- To present the fundamental insights of fluids and their static and dynamic behaviors and fluid
- machineries, etc.
- To impart knowledge on particle size analysis, size reduction, separation of solid particles from fluids and
- flow through porous media.
- COURSEOUTCOME:
- On completion of this course, the students will be able to
- Understand the properties and flow of fluid.
- Explain the factors influencing velocity profiles for laminar and turbulent flow.
- Design of pumps and compressors for optimum operation.
- Estimate the crushing efficiency of different type of crushers.
- Measure the particle size and understand the particle separation operation.
- REFERENCE BOOKS
- S.No. NAMEOFAUTHORS/BOOKS/PUBLISHERS YEAR OF
- PUBLICATIO
- 1. McCabe Smith: Unit Operations in Chemical Engineering 7TH Edition, McGraw Hill N
- /REPRINT
- 2017
- 2. Fox, R.A. & McDonald, A.T. “Introduction to Fluid Mechanics, 5th ed: John Wiley 1998
- 3. Kumar D S "Fluid Mechanics", S.K, Katria and Sons, Delhi 1998
- 1998
- 4. RajputR.K.” Textbook of Fluid Mechanics”, S.Chand and Co., New Delhi 2015
- 5. Gupta, Vijay and SK Gupta, Fluid Mechanics and its Applications. New Age
- International Publishers
Frequently Asked Questions about BFT401
What is the syllabus of BFT401 Fluid Flow and Solid Handling?
The AKTU BFT401 Fluid Flow and Solid Handling syllabus is divided into 5 units: Solids and Their Handling and Power-driven machines; Particle Separation; Fluid flow and Fluid statics; Pumping and compressing; Agitation and Mixing. 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 BFT401?
BFT401 Fluid Flow and Solid Handling has 5 units in the AKTU syllabus, with an L-T-P (Lecture-Tutorial-Practical) structure of 3-1-0 and 4 credits.
Is BFT401 the same subject as KFT401?
Yes. AKTU renumbered its B.Tech subject codes from the 2022-23 session onwards, so the same subject appears as BFT401 and KFT401 depending on the scheme year. The syllabus content is the same.
Which semester is BFT401 taught in?
BFT401 Fluid Flow and Solid Handling is taught in Semester 4 of the 2nd year of the AKTU B.Tech programme.
How many credits is BFT401 worth?
BFT401 Fluid Flow and Solid Handling carries 4 credits in the AKTU evaluation scheme, with an L-T-P of 3-1-0.
Where can I download BFT401 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 BFT401?
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 Food Technology 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 Food Technology Syllabus, effective from 2023-24. Ryzenstudy is not affiliated with AKTU. Content last verified on 2026-08-15.