Thermodynamics I (ENE203) Course Detail

Course Name Course Code Season Lecture Hours Application Hours Lab Hours Credit ECTS
Thermodynamics I ENE203 3. Semester 3 0 0 3 6
Pre-requisite Course(s)
MATH157
Course Language English
Course Type Compulsory Departmental Courses
Course Level Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery Face To Face
Learning and Teaching Strategies Lecture, Demonstration, Discussion, Question and Answer, Drill and Practice, Problem Solving.
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Mehdi MEHRTASH
Course Assistants
Course Objectives To cover the basic principles of thermodynamics. To present real-world engineering examples to give students a feel for how thermodynamics is applied in engineering practice. To develop an intuitive understanding of thermodynamics by emphasizing the physics and physical arguments.
Course Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Students should have the ability to use thermodynamic terminology and concepts appropriately.
  • Students should be able to identify the properties of a pure substance using tables including internal energy, enthalpy and entropy.
  • Students should be able to apply equations of state and thermodynamic relations to calculate the properties of a pure substance.
  • Students should be able to analyze systems using work, heat and the first and second law of thermodynamics on open and closed systems.
Course Content Basic concepts and definitions, properties of a pure substance, equations of state, work and heat interactions, first law of thermodynamics, internal energy and enthalpy, second law of thermodynamics, entropy, reversible and irreversible processes, thermodynamic analysis of processes, third law of thermodynamics.

Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies

Week Subjects Preparation
1 Introduction and Basic Concepts Chapter 1
2 Energy Conversion and General Energy Analysis Chapter 2
3 Properties of Pure Substances Chapter 3
4 Properties of Pure Substances Chapter 3
5 Energy Analysis of Closed Systems Chapter 4
6 Energy Analysis of Closed Systems Chapter 4
7 Mass and Energy Analysis of Control Volumes Chapter 5
8 Mass and Energy Analysis of Control Volumes Chapter 5
9 Midterm Exam
10 The Second Law of Thermodynamics Chapter 6
11 The Second Law of Thermodynamics Chapter 6
12 Entropy Chapter 7
13 Entropy Chapter 7
14 Thermodynamic Property Relations Chapter 12
15 Thermodynamic Property Relations Chapter 12
16 Final Exam

Sources

Course Book 1. Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach, Y.A. Çengel and M. A. Boles, 8th Ed.in SI Units, McGraw-Hill, 2015
Other Sources 2. • Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics, C. Borgnakke and R.E.Sonntag, 8th Ed. SI Version, 2014.
3. • Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics, Michael J. Moran, Howard N. Shapiro, 5th Edition, John Wiley & Sons Inc., 2006

Evaluation System

Requirements Number Percentage of Grade
Attendance/Participation - -
Laboratory - -
Application - -
Field Work - -
Special Course Internship - -
Quizzes/Studio Critics - -
Homework Assignments 5 10
Presentation - -
Project - -
Report - -
Seminar - -
Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury 2 50
Final Exam/Final Jury 1 40
Toplam 8 100
Percentage of Semester Work 60
Percentage of Final Work 40
Total 100

Course Category

Core Courses X
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications

# Program Qualifications / Competencies Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Possesses sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science, and chemistry engineering-specific subjects, and gains the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to complex engineering problems.
2 Gains the ability to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex chemical engineering problems; selects and applies appropriate analysis and modeling methods for these purposes. X
3 Gains the ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; applies modern design methods for this purpose.
4 Develops, selects, and uses modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in chemical engineering applications; uses information technologies effectively.
5 Designs experiments, conducts experiments, collects data, analyzes results, and interprets them for the investigation of complex engineering problems or research topics specific to the chemical engineering discipline.
6 Gaining the ability to work efficiently in inter-, intra-, and multi-disciplinary teams; the ability to work individually.
7 Communicates effectively in both spoken and written Turkish and gains proficiency in at least one foreign language. Writes effective reports, understands written reports, and prepares design and production reports. Gains the ability to make effective presentations and give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8 Gains awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; accesses information, follows developments in science and technology, and continuously renews themselves.
9 Acts in accordance with ethical principles, gains awareness of professional and ethical responsibilities; acquires knowledge of the standards used in chemical engineering practices.
10 Gains knowledge about business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management. Has an understanding of entrepreneurship and innovation, and is knowledgeable about sustainable development.
11 Has knowledge of the impacts of chemical engineering practices on health, environment, and safety at universal and societal levels, as well as the issues reflected in the engineering field of the era. Is aware of the legal implications of engineering solutions.

ECTS/Workload Table

Activities Number Duration (Hours) Total Workload
Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) 16 3 48
Laboratory
Application
Special Course Internship
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class 14 2 28
Presentation/Seminar Prepration
Project
Report
Homework Assignments 5 6 30
Quizzes/Studio Critics
Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury 2 15 30
Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury 1 15 15
Total Workload 151