Module Details

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Title THERMODYNAMICS I
Code ENGG112
Coordinator Dr WJR Christian
Mechanical, Materials & Aerospace Eng
W.J.R.Christian@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2019-20 Level 4 FHEQ Second Semester 7.5

Aims

To develop an understanding of the laws of thermodynamics and an appreciation of their consequences. To develop some elementary analysis skills using the first and second laws of thermodynamics. To develop skills in performing and reporting simple experiments.


Learning Outcomes

(LO1) On successful completion of the module, students should be able to show experience and enhancement of discipline-specific practical skills in using appropriate modelling and analytical methods to solve thermodynamics problems.

(LO2) On successful completion of the module, students should be able to show experience and enhancement of discipline-specific practical skills in carrying out Level 1 practical exercises in Thermodynamics following instruction, using test and measurement equipment and techniques,collecting and recording data, estimating accuracy, assessing errors, and using safe systems of work.

(LO3) An understanding of the everyday implications of the laws of thermodynamics and an ability to communicate these implications to a lay audience.

(LO4) An appreciation of the relationship between classical and statistical thermodynamics.

(S1) Problem solving skills

(S2) Numeracy

(S3) Communication skills

(S4) IT skills


Syllabus

 

Introduction. Thermodynamics and energy conversion. Basic concepts. System, thermodynamic properties and processes. Temperature and the Zeroth law. Energy. Work and heat transfer. Analogy between heat and mass transfer (diffusion) First law of thermodynamics. Internal energy. Flow processes. Steady flow energy equation. Heat engines and reversed heat engines. Efficiency and coefficient of performance of power plant, refrigerators and heat pumps. Second law of thermodynamics. Reversibility and irreversibility. Corollaries of the Second law. Entropy. Available energy/Gibbs Energy Third law of thermodynamics. Introduction to statistical thermodynamics. Practical exercises involving elementary thermodynamics.


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Yes

Teaching Method 2 - On-line course materials
Description: Podcasts, videos and articles in thermodynamics
Attendance Recorded: No
Notes: The material consists of a MOOC with 75 short steps that are delivered over five-weeks.
Unscheduled Directed Student Hours (time spent away from the timetabled sessions but directed by the teaching staff): 15

Teaching Method 3 - Tutorials
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Yes

Teaching Method 4 - Practical
Description: Practical homework assignments
Attendance Recorded: No
Unscheduled Directed Student Hours (time spent away from the timetabled sessions but directed by the teaching staff): 6


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 12

  6

    15

6

39
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 36
TOTAL HOURS 75

Assessment

EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
End of semester examination There is a resit opportunity. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2  90 minutes.    80       
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
On-line questions synchronized with progression through MOOC There is a resit opportunity. Non-standard penalty applies for late submission - Late submission not accepted This is an anonymous ass  30 minutes per week     10       
Technical report on each of three practical exercises There is a resit opportunity. Non-standard penalty applies for late submission - Late submissions not accepted This is not an anonymous asses  2-pages    10       

Recommended Texts

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