Thermodynamics Syllabus
Thermodynamics Syllabus
THERMODYNAMICS COURSE
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1. Course Description
The course “Thermodynamics: A Comprehensive Introduction” stands to impart knowledge and understanding of the essential principles and their applications in real-world problems dealing with heat, work, temperature, and the aspects of energy and energy transfer occurring in thermodynamic systems.
2. Instructor Information
Name: [YOUR NAME]
Email: [YOUR EMAIL]
Office Hours: By appointment
3. Learning Objectives
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Understand and apply the laws of thermodynamics to physical systems
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Comprehend and calculate the properties of pure substances
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Analyze the performance of basic power and refrigeration cycles
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Apply thermodynamic principles to open systems at steady state
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Understand the principles behind gas mixtures and psychrometry.
4. Course Schedule
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Week |
Topics |
Activity |
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1-2 |
Introduction to Thermodynamics |
Lecture |
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3-4 |
First Law of Thermodynamics |
Lecture & Seminar |
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5-6 |
Second Law of Thermodynamics |
Practical & Seminar |
5. Required Readings and Materials
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Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach - Yunus A. Cengel & Michael A. Boles
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Handbook of Thermodynamic Diagrams
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Introduction to Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
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Thermodynamics and Heat Power
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Engineering Thermodynamics Through Examples
6. Assignments and Assessments
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Weekly assignments focusing on problem-solving related to topics covered
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Regular quizzes to test understanding and application of thermodynamics principles
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Mid-term and Final Exams
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Group Projects throughout the course
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Self-Study
7. Course Policies
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No late submissions will be accepted unless documented emergencies or reasonable issues
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Plagiarism on assignments, projects or exams will not be tolerated and may result in automatic failure
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Tests missed without serious excuses will not be made up
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All students must participate in class discussions regularly
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Use of electronic devices is only allowed for academic purposes in the course
8. Grading Policy
Grades will be assessed based on quizzes, assignments, exams, participation, and a final project. The grading will be as below:
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Assignments |
30% |
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Quizzes |
20% |
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Mid-term and Final Exams |
30% |
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Participation and Attendance |
10% |
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Final Project |
10% |
Disclaimer
The course instructor holds the right to instigate any modifications that may be required to the syllabus and the course schedule. Such alterations will be done on an as-needed basis in order to fulfill and effectively meet the learning objectives that are established for the course.
