Hydraulics Laboratory provides students with fundamental hands-on experience in fluid mechanics, reinforcing key concepts taught in the classroom through experimental observation and data analysis. This laboratory focuses on the behavior of fluids in motion and at rest, enabling students to investigate hydraulic principles and apply them to practical engineering scenarios relevant to civil and environmental engineering.
The laboratory features a range of essential equipment, including a multipurpose flow channel for open channel flow studies, devices for analyzing pipework energy losses, and flow measurement apparatus for exploring techniques such as venturi meters, orifice plates, and weirs. Students examine friction loss in pipes using dedicated rigs that demonstrate how velocity, pipe material, and length affect pressure loss. Additionally, experiments involving Reynolds Number (Re) and flow regime transitions help students distinguish between laminar and turbulent flows and understand the critical conditions under which the transition occurs.
The aim of this laboratory is to develop students' practical understanding of fluid dynamics by engaging them in real-time experimentation with controlled water flow systems. Students measure flow rates, pressure variations, and energy gradients, compare experimental data with theoretical predictions, and gain proficiency in interpreting hydraulic behavior in both closed conduits and open channels.
Through hands-on operation of equipment, data collection, and technical reporting, students enhance their engineering judgment, critical thinking, and ability to solve real-world fluid mechanics problems. Each experiment is carefully aligned with the theoretical framework taught in lectures to provide a comprehensive learning experience grounded in both science and practice.
The laboratory has a size of 60 m2 with a capacity of 20 students.
Responsible Person: Dr. Bekir Salih FIRINCIOĞLU
Location: Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Ground Floor
