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INTI INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

COURSE STRUCTURE

COURSE: MEE3222 THERMODYNAMICS 1 (3 cr)

PREREQUISITE(S):
MAT2212 Engineering Mathematics 2

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
An introduction to thermodynamics principles. Basic concepts and definitions, first law of thermodynamic,
property relationships, thermodynamic process path definition, second law of thermodynamics, entropy and
irreversible processes.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:
On completion of the course, students will be able to:
1. Apply thermodynamics table to acquire required thermodynamics data.
2. Solve problems based on the theory of Fist Law of Thermodynamics.
3. Apply property relationships to solve thermodynamic problems.
4. Solve problems based on the theory of the Second Law of Thermodynamics.

COURSE FORMAT:
Lecture: 3 hrs per week

Total Student Learning Time (SLT) ( L = Lecture; T = Tutorial; P = Practical; O = Others )
Face to Face
Guided & Independent
Learning (hrs)
Total Student Learning
Time (hrs)
L T P O
42 0 0 0 78 120

STUDENT EVALUATION:
Test 1: 10%, Test 2: 10%, Project: 10%, Assignments: 10%, Final Examination: 60%.

FINAL EXAMINATION FORMAT:
Duration: 2 hours
The paper consists of FIVE questions; students are required to answer THREE compulsory questions plus another
ONE selected question.

GRADING SCALE:
A+ (90-100), A (8089), A- (75-79), B+ (70-74), B (6569), B- (6064), C+ (5559) C (5054), C- (4549), D
(4044), F(039).
Note:
A student is deemed to have passed the module if the TOTAL of the coursework mark and the examination mark,
weighted as above, is at least 50 marks, and the student is also required to obtain at least 40 % of the 100 marks in
the final examination

MAIN REFERENCE:
1. Yunus A. Cengel and Michael A. Boles. Thermodynamics An Engineering Approach. International 7
th
edition.
McGraw-Hill Book Co.: Boston, 2011.


ADDITIONAL REFERENCES:
1. Rogers, G.F.C., Mayhew, Y.R., Engineering Thermodynamics: Work & Heat Transfer, 4
th
ed.,
ELBS/Longman: Hong Kong, 1992.
2. Eastop & McConkey, Applied Thermodynamics for Engineering Technologists. 5
th
ed., Longman:
Essex, 1993.
3. Rogers, G.F.C., Mayhew, Y.R., Thermodynamic and Transport Properties of Fluids. SI Units. 5
th
ed.,
Blackwell Oxford UK & Cambridge USA, 1995.



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CLASS SYLLABUS:

Lecture
No.
Topic Sub-topics Lecture
Hour(s)
Online
Lecture
Hour(s)
1 2 Introduction Scope of thermodynamics, historical development,
current energy resources and their availability,
alternative resources, symbol and units,
application of SI to the course.
3

3 4 Fundamental
Concepts and
Definitions
The thermodynamic system, thermodynamic state
and properties, thermodynamic processes, energy,
heat work and power.
3

5 8 The First Law
of
Thermodynamic
Introduction; Cyclic systems, closed systems (non-
cyclic), internal energy, displacement work, open
systems, flow work, enthalpy.
6

9 14 Property
Relationships
Phases of matter of a pure substance, tabulated
property data for condensible fluids(e.g. steam),
perfect gas property relationships, equation of
state for ideal gas, internal energy and constant
volume, specific heat, enthalpy and constant
pressure specific heat, ratio of specific heats.
9

15 18 Thermodynamic
Process Path
Definition
Polytropic Process and special cases, constant
volume (isochoric) process, constant pressure
(isobaric) process, constant temperature
(isothermal) process for an ideal gas.
6

19 22 The second Law
of
Thermodynamic
Reversibility, statements of the second Law,
perpetual motion of the second kind, reversible
heat engines, the thermodynamics temperature
scale, temperature and heat engine performance
the Carnot cycle.
6

23 24 Entropy
Derivation
Entropy and heat transferred in reversible
processes, entropy equations, P-v, T-s, h-s
diagrams, general equations for the change of
entropy for perfect gas, work done in a reversible
study flow process.
3

25 28 Entropy and
Irreversible
Processes
The Clausius inequality, isentropic efficiency,
internal and external reversibility, the availability
function.
6

Final Examination


INDUSTRY/SITE VISIT
Relevant industry/site visit is organized during the course.






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Course Outcomes - Programme Outcomes with
Instructions and Assessments Matrix
Programme
Outcomes that
are addressed in
this subject



Learning outcomes PO1 PO2 Instruction Assessment
CO1
Apply thermodynamics table to acquire
required thermodynamics data. Lecture
Assignment, Test,
Examination
CO2
Solve problems based on the theory of Fist
Law of Thermodynamics. Lecture
Project,
Assignment, Test,
Examination
CO3
Apply property relationships to solve
thermodynamic problems.
Lecture
Assignment, Test,
Examination
CO4
Solve problems based on the theory of the
Second Law of Thermodynamics Lecture
Project,
Assignment, Test,
Examination

The Mechanical Engineering Discipline has adopted a set of 12 programme outcomes,
which, upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will be able to:
1. Apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering fundamentals to the solution of complex
engineering problems
2. Conduct investigation into complex problems using research based knowledge and research methods
including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to
provide valid conclusions
3. Identify, formulate, research literature and analyse complex engineering problems reaching substantiated
conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences
4. Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design systems, components or processes that
meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and
environmental considerations
5. Demonstrate the knowledge of and need for sustainable development and understand the social and
environmental impacts of engineering solutions
6. Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering
practice
7. Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities, not only with engineers but also with the
community at large
8. Function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary
settings
9. Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural
issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practice
10. Recognise the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long
learning in the broadest context of technological change
11. Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools,
including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering activities, with an understanding of the
limitations
12. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering and management principles and apply
these to ones own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in
multidisciplinary environment