Engineering Thermodynamics (H3052)
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Engineering Thermodynamics
Module H3052
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Pre-Requisite
Engineering Mathematics 1A
Module Outline
The main objective of Engineering Thermodynamics is to provide students with the fundamental knowledge on the basic concepts and laws of thermodynamics. The overarching goal is that at the end of the module, students are able to apply the first and second laws of thermodynamics to a wide range of engineering problems, and are able to assess their results to determine the limits and merits of different systems and processes
Module topics
First law of thermodynamics, conservation of energy, second law of thermodynamics, heat transfer, Entropy, Entropy fluxes due to heat transfer, heat engines, vapour cycles, Rankine, Refrigeration, heat pumps, Carnot cycle, reciprocating machines.
The syllabus thus addresses the AHEP4 Learning outcomes: [C1, C2, C3, C4]: [M1, M2, M3, M4]
Library
Engineering Thermodynamics, Work and Heat Transfer by Gordon Rogers and Yon Mayhew (Longman)
http://catalogue.pearsoned.co.uk/educator/product/Engineering-Thermodynamics-Work-and-Heat-Transfer/9780582045668.page
Thermodynamic and Transport Properties of Fluids by Yon Mayhew and Gordon Rogers
http://eu.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-0631197036.html.
Rayner Joel, 'Basic Engineering Thermodynamics', Longman.
Module learning outcomes
Have knowledge of basic theories and concepts in, and principles of, thermodynamics
Apply thermodynamic principles to evaluate performance of simple engine cycles
Have knowledge of the basic concepts in heat transfer
Interpret tabulated data to evaluate fluid properties
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Report | T2 Week 5 | 100.00% |
| Unseen Examination | Semester 2 Assessment | 70.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 111111111110 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 011111111110 |
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 111111111110 |
| Spring Semester | Laboratory | 2 hours | 001000000000 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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