ESC-235 Thermodynamics

This is a first course in thermodynamics. It introduces the student to the fundamental concepts of thermodynamics. The topics covered are: first and second laws of thermodynamics, thermodynamic processes as applied to perfect gases and pure substances, energy analysis of heat engines including Carnot, Otto, Diesel, and Stirling, Brayton cycle, gas turbines, jet propulsion, Rankine cycle, power plants, heat pumps, and refrigeration systems.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

MAT-271

Lecture Contact Hours

3

Lab Contact Hours

0

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

• Science & Technology

Grading Scheme

• Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

• No

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Analyze a system that converts heat energy into mechanical energy using the laws of thermodynamics.
2. Calculate the thermal efficiencies of different types of heat engines.
3. Analyze and calculate the coefficient of performance of a refrigeration system.