ENGR& 224 - Thermodynamics

4 CR

Introduces basic principles of thermodynamics from a predominately macroscopic point of view. Topics include the basic laws of thermodynamics as relating to energy transformations and state changes in engineering problems.

Recommended: CHEM 162 and MATH 152.
Course Outcomes

Define the thermodynamic properties of: mass, volume, pressure, temperature.
Evaluate pure substance thermodynamic properties of: specific volume, internal energy, enthalpy, entropy.
Identify and describe pure substance behavior in various states: solid, liquid, gases and state transitions.
Apply the First Law of Thermodynamics to evaluate closed and open systems such as: rigid containers, piston-cylinder containers, nozzles, diffusers, turbines, compressors, expansion valves, mixing chambers and heat exchangers.
Apply the Second Law of Thermodynamics to evaluate the validity of a process and the ideal behavior/performance for closed and open systems.
Perform analysis of the steam power generation cycle and of the refrigeration/heat pump cycle.

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