Duration
14h Th, 6h Pr
Number of credits
Lecturer
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the first semester, review in January
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
This course provides an introduction to the principles of thermodynamics by understanding its fundamental concepts. It introduces and identifies the key variables required to describe and analyse thermodynamic systems. Particular attention is given to linking fundamental thermodynamic concepts to environmental issues, highlighting their relevance to the understanding of environmental phenomena and systems.
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
- identify and explain the main concepts and fundamental principles of thermodynamics;
- identify the key thermodynamic variables required to describe a system and explain their physical meaning;
- qualitatively describe energy exchanges and transformations within a system and with its surroundings;
- apply thermodynamic principles to interpret environmental phenomena.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
None
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
The course will include theoretical lectures and practical exercises. Students will work in groups. The number of students per group will be determined later.
Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
Face-to-face course
Further information:
The course is delivered exclusively in person, with alternating sessions in French and English.
Course materials and recommended or required readings
Platform(s) used for course materials:
- eCampus
- MyULiège
Further information:
Copies of the PowerPoint presentations will be made available in MyULiège eCampus.
Written work / report
Other : In-person oral presentation - oral assessment
Further information:
The assessment of the practical work is based on two equally weighted components:
Written report: 50% of the practical work grade;
Oral presentation: 50% of the practical work grade.
Work placement(s)
No work placements
Organisational remarks and main changes to the course
Course slides will be available after each lesson on myULiege - eCampus. Minor changes to the course organization may be made as necessary.
Contacts
Assitant professor : Dr. Deepak Amaripadath, Deepak.Amaripadath@uliege.be
Association of one or more MOOCs
There is no MOOC associated with this course.