MECH7114

This course covers the basic concepts of thermodynamics including property evaluation of ideal gases and compressible substances. Theory and application of the first and second laws of thermodynamics relating to pumps, compressors, turbines, heat exchangers; power cycles-Carnot, Rankine; refrigeration cycles-vapor compression, heat pump are covered. Problem solving skills are applied to ideal as well as actual cycles. Basic principles of energy conversion, energy conservation, efficiencies and environmental impacts are explored.