THERMAL SYSTEMS DESIGN

Course Description

This course analysis, design and optimization of thermal systems using microcomputers; modelling of thermal systems and components; analysis of thermal system component characteristics and their effect on overall system performance; relationship among thermal sciences in design process; safety, reliability and economic considerations of thermal system.

THERMAL SYSTEMS DESIGN

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

Course outcomes

1. 01 1. Recognise (2) the nomenclature related to the thermal energy systems.
2. 02 2. Express (3) the thermopysical properties of substances.
3. 03 3. Describe (3) the conserved and balanced quantities and apply (4) these theories for thermal energy system components and cycles.
4. 04 4. Analyse (4) the thermal energy cycles in term of energy and exergy and argue (4) their environmental impacts.
5. 05 5. Apply (3) the method to conduct (3) a detailed analysis of thermal energy cycles.

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Lecture Notes
2. 02 Penoncello, S. F. (2015). Thermal Energy Systems: Design and Analysis (1st ed.). CRC Press. London

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 LO1: The student defines (2) and selects (3) thermophysical property models, calculates (2) property values, and determines (3) thermodynamic states in single- and two-phase regions. SOLO 2.5
2. L02 LO2: The student analyzes (4) thermal components using conservation/balance equations and solves (3) for unknown quantities. SOLO 3.5
3. L03 LO3: The student calculates (2) entropy generation, compares (4) reversible and irreversible processes, and evaluates (5) isentropic efficiencies. SOLO 3.67
4. L04 LO4: The student constructs (4) exergy balance expressions, determines (3) exergy quantities, and interprets (3) exergy-based performance outcomes. SOLO 3.33
5. L05 LO5: The student calculates (2) performance indicators, compares (4) different cycle types, and interprets (3) performance differences. SOLO 3
6. L06 LO6: The student integrates (4) component models, analyzes (4) complete thermal cycles, and develops (5) system-level improvement strategies. SOLO 4.33
7. L07 LO7: The student formulates (5) a thermal system design problem, creates (5) an engineering solution, and evaluates (5) system performance to propose justified design improvements. SOLO 5

Program Outcomes

1. Should be able to write effective reports, understand written reports, and prepare design and production reports.
2. Should have the ability to make effective presentations.
3. Should have the ability to give and have clear and understandable instructions.
4. Should gain consciousness (awareness) about the necessity of lifelong learning.
5. Should have the ability to access information.
6. Should have the ability to follow developments in science and technology and constantly renew himself/herself.
7. Should gain the awareness of professional and ethical responsibility and should act in accordance with ethical principles.
8. Should gain knowledge about the standards used in engineering applications.
9. Should gain knowledge about project management, risk management, and change management practices in business life.
10. Should gain awareness about entrepreneurship, and innovation.
11. Should gain knowledge about development in sustainability.
12. Should gain knowledge about the effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and security at universal and social dimensions and the problems of the age reflected in the field of engineering.
13. Awareness should be gained about the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
14. Should have sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science, and subjects specific to the relevant engineering discipline.
15. Should have the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in mathematics, science, and related engineering disciplines in complex engineering problems.
16. Should have the ability to detect, define, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems.
17. Should have the ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods to solve complex engineering problems.
18. Should have the ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions.
19. Should have the ability to apply modern design methods.
20. Should have the ability to develop, select, and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in engineering applications.
21. Should have the ability to use information technologies effectively.
22. Should have the ability to design experiments, for the study of complex problems or discipline-specific research topics.
23. Should have the ability to conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex problems or discipline-specific research topics.
24. Should have the ability to work in intradisciplinary teams.
25. Should have the ability to work in interdisciplinary teams.
26. Should have the skills to work individually.
27. Should have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
28. Should have the knowledge of at least one foreign language.

Po-Lo Matrix