Fundamentals of thermodynamics. First and second law for open and closed systems. Basics of heat transfer.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: PHYS 1130/1140; MATH 1220 or MATH 2000 or MATH 1700.

Credits: 2 hours

Lecture Hours - Laboratory Hours: (2 to 0)

• Basic understanding of mechanics and heat (PHYS 1130/1140)
• Basic understanding of exponential function, differential and integral calculus (MATH 1220 or MATH 2000)

1. Learn a fundamental understanding of the first and second laws of thermodynamics. (a,b,d,f).
2. Learn applications of the ideal gas law. (a,b,d,f).
3. Learn how to interpolate in tables for substance properties. (a,b,d,f).
4. Understand how to apply these principles to the solution of problems. (a,b,d,f)

(Letter in parenthesis refers to the ABET-TAC criteria)

Student should be able to:

1. Demonstrate a proficiency in balancing energy equations using the principles of the first and second laws. [1,2,3,4]
2. Know how the ideal gas law can be applied to find state properties and work in multiple step processes. [1,2,3,4]
3. Know how to use tables to determine substance properties in liquid, saturation, and superheat conditions. [1,2,3,4]
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of heat transfer. [1,2,3,4]

(Numbers in brackets are the evaluation methods listed in previous section)

Granet and Bluestein, Thermodynamics and heat power, 7th Edition, Pearson Prentice
Hall, 2004.

Alamgir Choudhury, Ph.D.