Although droplets are tiny and ordinary, their power and impact can be large and far-reaching. One recent breakthrough technology is that we can use a new generation of droplet-based electricity generator to produce electrical power, and it has been demonstrated that one drop of rain can light up 100 LED bulbs.

This course introduces new concepts of fluid mechanics and droplets. The objectives of this application-focused course include: (a) to develop the fundamental principles of fluid mechanics and to explore the new implications of these principles; (b) to develop the problem-solving skills essential to good engineering practice of fluid mechanics in real-world applications. This course also aims to provide the students with the opportunity to intergrade the knowledge they acquired in classroom and apply it in real work setting; develop hands-on skills through industry-supported projects; and develop an understanding of the real-world operation of industry, based on which students can further plan his/her career. 

For a student to pass the course, at least 30% of the maximum mark for both coursework and examination should be obtained.