GSE2401

Thermodynamics I

E Hu

4 points · 39 hrs lecture/tutorials/laboratory, 13 hrs supported self-study · Second semester · Gippsland · Prerequisite: ENG1701

Objectives The student is expected to acquire an understanding of the thermodynamic processes/cycles upon which various heat-work conversion plants are based. The student is expected to acquire a basic knowledge of how to apply basic concepts, and also the theoretical approaches covered in prerequisite studies, to the design and operation of actual industrial plant.

Synopsis The subject will review some basic concepts and laws of engineering thermodynamics and discuss the thermodynamic processes/ cycles of steam power plants, positive displacement machines, nozzles, gas turbines and internal combustion engines.

Assessment Examination: 60% · Assignments: 40%

Prescribed texts

Eastop T D and McConkey A Applied thermodynamics for engineering technologists 5th edn, Longman, 1993
Rogers G F C and Mayhew Y R Thermodynamics and transport properties of fluids 5th edn, Longman, 1995

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