[vc_row el_class=”inner-body-content” css=”.vc_custom_1667370285403{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”COURSE OBJECTIVES” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1667370265946{margin-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_text]Thermodynamics is an engineering science that is central to most mechanical engineering applications. This course provides an introduction to the thermodynamic concepts that will be required in following courses and in professional applications. The course provides a background for understanding how energy systems such as engines and refrigerators operate.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO)” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]CLO-1: Analyze the exergy rate balance for different engineering components and Construct the improvement in thermodynamic cycles. (C4)

CLO-2: Compare and Contrast technical processes in compressors and turbines, as well as important cycles such as those in different engineering components. (C4)

CLO-3: Evaluate the feasible solutions for power generation while keeping the energy and amount of natural resources available. (C6)

CLO-4: Identify the most feasible solution for power generation within available natural resources through report and oral presentation. (C4)[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”COURSE CONTENTS” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1667370249335{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]

1. Exergy Analysis – Five Lectures

2. Vapor Power Systems – Six Lectures

3. Gas Power Systems – Six Lectures

4. Refrigeration and Heat Pump Systems – Five Lectures

5. Ideal Gas Mixtures and Psychometric Applications – Six Lectures

6. Reacting Mixtures and Combustion – Four Lectures

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