MECT3031 — Technical Thermodynamics
Academic Division: Business, Industry and Technology Academic Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Technology Assistant Dean: Vincent Palombo PhD 3 Credit(s) This course covers the analysis of thermodynamic concepts as they apply to heating and power production, including conservation of energy, work and heat, engines and refrigeration. UG 3 Lecture Hour(s); Required Identify the relationship between pressure, volume / specific volume, and temperature for a gas. Problem based quizzes and exams 2. Use gas tables to determine the properties of gases and gas-liquid combinations. Problem based quizzes and exams 3. Use graphs and charts to find the properties of gases and apply them to machine cycles. Problem based quizzes and exams 4. Describe the design and function of air compressors. Problem based quizzes and exams 5. Apply thermodynamics to manufacturing processes. Problem based quizzes and exams 6. Generate an energy analysis of closed systems. Problem based quizzes and exams 7. Calculate the thermodynamics efficiency of Carnot cycles. Problem based quizzes and exams ABET Program Criteria: Outcome d. Elements of differential and integral calculus; Outcome g. Mechanical system design; Outcome l. Technical communications typically used in preparation of engineering proposals, reports, and specifications. Topics: First Law of Thermodynamics Phases of a pure substance; P-v diagram, Ideal Gas Law Energy analysis of closed systems: moving boundary work: Constant Volume Processes, Co
Prerequisites: MATH1151, PHYS1130