ECE2904

Mechanics and thermodynamics ( 4 points, SCA Band 2, 0.083 EFTSL)

Leader: W K Chiu

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)
Malaysia Second semester 2005 (Day)
OS-IRAN Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis: Experimental mechanics: particle dynamics, experimentation, modelling. Kinematics: position, velocity and acceleration; analysis and application to engineering situations; translational and rotational motion of free and constrained forces, mass, moment of inertia; linear and angular momentum. Laws of thermodynamics and applications; power cycles; heat transfer in electrical and electronic applications.

Assessment: Examination (2 hours): 70% + Laboratory and assignment work: 30%

Contact Hours: 26 lectures

Prerequisites: ENG1401 or ENG1040