Course content:
Vapor Power Systems, Gas Power Systems, Refrigeration and Heat Pump Systems, Thermodynamic Relations, Ideal Gas Mixture and Psychrometric Applications, Reacting Mixtures and Combustion
Text Book:
Principles of Engineering Thermodynamics, Michael J. Moran, Howard N. Shapiro, Daise D. Boettner, Margaret B. Bailey, 8th Edition, 2015, John Wiley & Sons, Inc. ISBN 978-1-118-96088-2.
Reference Books:
- Fundamentals of Thermodynamics, R.E. Sonntag, C. Borgnakke, G.J. Van Wylen, John Wiley& Sons; 6th Ed., 2002, ISBN 0471152323
- Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach”, Y.A. Çengel, M.A. Boles, McGraw-Hill, 4th Ed., 2002.
Course Objectives:
To teach basic principles of classical thermodynamics; train students to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems in thermodynamics.
Course Outcomes:
- Gain the ability to use thermodynamic terminology and concepts appropriately.
- Learn the methods used to analyze energy and mass transfers for steady and transient systems.
- Understanding of reversible and irreversible process.
- Learn the methods to apply the concepts of irreversibility, availability and efficiency to various systems.
Assessment Criteria (subjected to changes)
Attendance: 5%
Quizzes: 15%
Two midterms: 40%
Final exam: 40%