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| MECA0441-1 | Theoretical and applied Thermodynamics and Introduction to Heat Engines
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| Duration : | 30h Th, 30h Pr |
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| Lecturer : | Olivier Léonard |
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Language(s) of instruction :
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| French language |
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Course contents :
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- Introduction (applications, thermal systems, different forms of energy, principles of thermodynamics and use of the EES software program)
- Heat transfers (conduction, convection and radiation)
- Thermodynamic variables and diagrams
- State and changes for different technical fluids
- First law of thermodynamics for closed systems, open systems and semi-open systems
- Second law of thermodynamics (Carnot cycle, entropy and exergy)
- Discussion of various components: tuyeres (nozzles), diffusers, compressors, expanders, combustion chambers, mixers, lamination vanes ...
- Heat exchangers (principal types and thermohydraulic performance)
- Engine cycles (gas cycles, steam cycles and combined cycles)
- Reception cycles (refrigerating equipment and heat pumps)
- Psychrometrics and air conditioning
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Learning outcomes of the course :
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| Modes of heat transfer, laws of thermodynamics and applications to thermal systems and machines. |
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Prerequisites and co-requisites/ Recommended optional programme components :
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| CHIM0603 "Chimie", PHYS2020-1 "Physique 1" et PHYS2021-1 "Physique 2". |
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Planned learning activities and teaching methods :
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| Supervised sessions for doing practical exercises will be provided, as well as exercises to be done at home. Three laboratory classes are planned (characteristics of thermal motors, heat pumps and condensation boilers). |
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Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :
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| The course consists in oral lectures illustrated every time I practical examples. Course does not meet during the second term. ECTS : 5 |
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Recommended or required readings :
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| Extracts of :
- Cengel Y. A. and Boles M.A. Thermodynamics : An Engineering Approach, 6th Edition , McGraw-Hill Book Company, New York (ISBN : 0079116515)
- Incropera F. P. and Dewitt D. P. Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer, 6th Edition, John Wiley & Sons Inc, New-York, 2006
- Kays W. M. and London A. L. Compact Heat Exchangers, 3rd Edition, Mac Graw-Hill 1984 |
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Assessment methods and criteria :
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| Grading will be based on reports from laboratory classes (30%) and on a written-oral examination (70%). |
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