Courses Detail Information
ME2350J – thermodynamics
Instructors:
Kwee-Yan Teh; Dezhi Zhou, Lipo Wang
Credits:
3 credits
Pre-requisites:
(CHEM2100J Obtained Credit||CHEM2090J Obtained Credit)&&(MATH1160J Obtained Credit||MATH1560J Obtained Credit||MATH1860J Obtained Credit)
Description:
Introduction to engineering thermodynamics. First law, second law system and control volume analyses; properties and behavior of pure substances; application to thermodynamic systems operating in a steady state and transient processes. Heat transfer mechanisms. Typical power producing cycles and refrigerators. Ideal gas mixtures and moist air applications.
Course Topics:
1. Basicconcepts and definitions including thermodynamic systems, properties, work, heat transfer, and various energy forms.
2. Pure substance behaviors
3. Conservation principle for mass and energy
4. The 2nd law of thermodynamics
5. Entropy, entropy generation and balance.
6. Heat engines, power producing cycles, relevant applications in engines and power plant
7. Refrigerator and heat pumps
8. Gas vapor mixture