MEC3421

Engineering thermodynamics

(ENG)

M A Hessami

4 points + 22 lectures, 11 tutorials and 6 laboratory hours + First semester + Clayton, Malaysia + Prerequisites: MEC2480

Synopsis: Conventional systems of power generation and their optional equipment, including steam turbines, gas turbines and both spark ignition and compression ignition internal combustion engines; combustion; reversed cycles for heat pumps and refrigeration; solar/thermal energy conversion methods; introduction to photovoltaic energy conversion; thermal energy storage; power generation from wind, hydro and biomass.

Assessment: Examination (2 hours): 60% + Laboratory work: 16% + Tests: 24%