MECENG40
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Thermodynamics
Course Title
Thermodynamics
Course Description
This course introduces the scientific principles that deal with energy conversion among different forms, such as heat, work, internal, electrical, and chemical energy. The physical science of heat and temperature, and their relations to energy and work, are analyzed on the basis of the four fundamental thermodynamic laws (zeroth, first, second, and third). These principles are applied to various practical systems, including heat engines, refrigeration cycles, air conditioning, and chemical reacting systems.
Minimum
3
Maximum
3
Grading Basis
Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option
Method of Assessment
Written Exam
Instructors
Staff
American Cultures Requirement
No
Reading and Composition Requirement
None of the Reading and Composition Requirement
Prerequisite
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
Repeat Rules
Course is not repeatable for credit.
Credit Restriction Courses. Students will receive no credit for this course if the following the course(s) have already been completed.
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Credit Replacement Courses. Upon passing, students can use the following course(s) to replace a deficient grade for this course.
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Course Objectives
Student Learning Outcomes
Formats
Lecture, Discussion
Term
Fall and Spring
Duration (in weeks)
15
Minimum Hours
3
Maximum Hours
3
Minimum Hours
1
Maximum Hours
1
Outside Work Hours Min
5
Maximum Hours
5
Term
Summer
Duration (in weeks)
10
Minimum Hours
4.5
Maximum Hours
4.5
Minimum Hours
1.5
Maximum Hours
1.5
Outside Work Hours Min
7.5
Maximum Hours
7.5