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Cyprus International University
TR

THERMODYNAMICS

Course
ENRE212 - THERMODYNAMICS
Department
Energy Systems Engineering - English - Undergraduate
Course Type
Course
Status
Required
Language
English
Credit
4
ECTS
7
T+P+L
3 + 0 + 2
Course Coordinator(s)
Asst. Prof. Dr. Ali SHEFIK
Prerequisite
Keywords

Course Description

This course starts with basic concepts and their definitions and moves on to solving examples relating to power, heat and energy. Thermodynamic related properties of pure substances, Equation of state, work and heat, Zeroth law of thermodynamics, First Law of thermodynamics, Ideal and real gases, Internal energy and enthalpy, Second law of thermodynamics, Entropy are introduced. Application of thermodynamic principles starts with the Carnot cycle, steam power cycles, gas power cycles, Otto and Diesel power cycles and ends with refrigeration cycles. Use of thermodynamic properties in designing systems, the effect of parameters is covered. The course also includes practical work in the laboratories and simple design projects based on the use of thermodynamic properties.

THERMODYNAMICS

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

Item Type Weight (%)
Laboratory Work Assignment 15
Mid-Term Exam Midterm 35
Final Exam Final 50
Total 100

Course outcomes

  1. 01 1. Identify (2) the unique vocabulary associated with thermodynamics and explain (4) the basic concepts of thermodynamics.
  2. 02 2. Note (2) the concepts of energy and define (2) its various forms.
  3. 03 3. Assess (5) the physics of phase-change processes and implement (4) the procedures for determining thermodynamic properties of pure substances.
  4. 04 4. Describe (3) the hypothetical substance "ideal gas" and apply (3) the ideal-gas equation of state in the solution of typical problems.
  5. 05 5. Generalise (5) the general energy balance applied to closed systems and solve (3) problems for closed systems that involve heat and work interactions.
  6. 06 6. Generalise (5) the conservation of mass principle and apply (3) the conservation of mass principle to various systems.
  7. 07 7. Solve (3) energy balance problems for common steady-flow devices and apply (3) the energy balance to general unsteady-flow processes.

Course Syllabus

Week Topic
Week 1 Introduction to thermodynamics and basic definitions. Systems, surroundings, boundaries, and review of SI and English unit systems.
Week 2 Explanation of state, equilibrium, state postulate, process, and cycle; defining properties of a system.
Week 3 Introduction to energy, forms of energy, and internal energy. Definition of heat and work.
Week 4 First law of thermodynamics and general energy balance. Energy transfer mechanisms and conversion efficiencies.
Week 5 Concept of pure substances and fundamentals of phase-change processes. Examination of P–v and T–v diagrams.
Week 6 Determining thermodynamic properties of pure substances using property tables.
Week 7 Ideal gas definition, equation of state, and typical problem applications.
Week 8 Mid-Term Exams
Week 9 Mid-Term Exams
Week 10 Boundary work (PdV work) and energy interactions in closed systems. Application of the first law to closed systems.
Week 11 Specific heats (cv, cp), changes in internal energy and enthalpy for ideal gases.
Week 12 Energy relations for incompressible substances; solving heat and work interactions in closed systems.
Week 13 Conservation of mass principle and energy balance in control volumes.
Week 14 Analysis of energy forms carried by fluid across control surfaces.
Week 15 Application of energy equations to steady-flow devices such as nozzles, turbines, compressors, valves, mixers, and heat exchangers.

Reference Books & Course Materials

  1. 01 Çengel , Y A and Boles , M A 2019, Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach 9 th Edition, McGraw Hill Education, New York

Learning Outcomes

  1. LO1: Identify (2) the unique vocabulary associated with thermodynamics and explain (4) the basic concepts of thermodynamics. SOLO 3
  2. LO2: Explain (4) the concepts of energy and differentiate (4) between its various forms. SOLO 4
  3. LO3: Assess (5) the physics of phase-change processes and implement (4) the procedures for determining thermodynamic properties of pure substances. SOLO 4.5
  4. LO4: Describe (3) the hypothetical substance 'ideal gas' and apply (3) the ideal-gas equation of state in the solution of typical problems. SOLO 3
  5. LO5: Generalise (5) the general energy balance applied to closed systems and solve (3) problems for closed systems involving heat and work interactions. SOLO 4
  6. LO6: Generalise (5) the conservation of mass principle and apply (4) the conservation of mass principle to various systems. SOLO 4.5
  7. LO7: Solve (3) energy balance problems for common steady-flow devices. SOLO 3
  8. L08 LO8: Analyse (4) experimental data and interpret (4) results using appropriate graphical representations. SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

  1. P01 Knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline.
  2. P02 Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline to the solution of complex engineering problems.
  3. P03 Ability to define complex engineering problems by using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to the problem addressed.
  4. P04 Ability to formulate complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
  5. P05 Ability to analyse and solve complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
  6. P06 Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems.
  7. P07 Ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products in a way that meets present and future needs while considering realistic constraints and conditions.
  8. P08 Ability to select and use appropriate techniques and resources—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
  9. P09 Ability to select and use modern engineering and computational tools—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
  10. P10 Ability to conduct literature research and use appropriate research methods for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
  11. P11 Ability to design experiments for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
  12. P12 Ability to conduct experiments, collect data, analyse results, and interpret findings for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
  13. P13 Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, the economy, sustainability, and the environment within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  14. P14 Awareness of the legal implications of engineering solutions within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  15. P15 Knowledge of ethical responsibility and adherence to the principles of professional engineering conduct.
  16. P16 Awareness of acting impartially without discrimination in any matter and of being inclusive of diversity.
  17. P17 Ability to work effectively as an individual.
  18. P18 Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in intra-disciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
  19. P19 Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
  20. P20 Ability to communicate effectively in spoken form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
  21. P21 Ability to communicate effectively in written form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
  22. P22 Knowledge of professional practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis.
  23. P23 Awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
  24. P24 Ability for independent and lifelong learning.
  25. P25 Ability to adapt to new and emerging technologies.
  26. P26 Lifelong learning ability that includes the capacity to think critically about technological changes.

Po-Lo Matrix

LO P01 P02 P03 P04 P05 P06 P07 P08 P09 P10 P11 P12 P13 P14 P15 P16 P17 P18 P19 P20 P21 P22 P23 P24 P25 P26 Average
5 5 5 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 5 5 5 5 0 0 0 1.73
5 5 5 5 0 0 5 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 5 5 5 5 0 0 5 2.31
5 5 5 5 5 5 5 0 5 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 5 5 5 5 0 0 5 2.88
5 5 5 5 5 5 5 0 5 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 5 5 5 5 0 0 5 2.88
5 5 5 5 5 5 5 0 5 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 3.27
5 5 5 5 5 5 5 0 5 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 3.27
5 5 5 5 5 5 5 0 5 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 3.27
L08 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -