Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics II (322-0-1)
Instructors
Seth H Lichter
847/467-1885
Techological Institute, Rm L493, 2145 Sheridan Rd, EV CAMPUS 3111
Meeting Info
Technological Institute LG52: Mon, Wed, Fri 2:00PM - 2:50PM
Overview of class
Elementary classical thermodynamics, applications of the first law and the second laws of thermodynamics to power and refrigeration cycles, mixtures and solutions, thermodynamic relations, chemical reactions, and phase and chemical equilibrium.
Registration Requirements
PREREQUISITE MECH_ENG 222
Thermodynamics concerns the foundation of all branches of physical sciences. Therefore, this course is highly recommended to all mechanical engineering students. Also, students in chemical and biomedical engineering will benefit by taking this course or one similar to it. Undergraduates usually take this course at the beginning of their third or fourth year.
Learning Objectives
Power generation/ consumption is an indispensable element of almost all engineering systems. Ecological considerations such as global warming and air pollution impose ever more stringent environmental constraints on power generation and propulsion systems. This course concerns the applications of the laws of classical thermodynamics to the analysis of performance and efficiency of engineering systems such as Rankine, Otto, Diesel, Brayton, Ericcson, and Stirling cycles. The fundamental thermodynamic relations are examined and applied to describe ideal and non-ideal mixtures. The applications of the laws of thermodynamics to chemically reactive systems, the concept of adiabatic flame temperature, as well as chemical and phase equilibrium are discussed.
Advanced Study:
Students interested in pursuing further study in thermodynamics can take the following course:
ME 325 Kinetic Theory and Statistical Thermodynamics
Teaching Method
Lectures:
The course meets four days per week for 50-minute lectures. Topics Include:
Availability analysis
Vapor and gas cycles
Thermodynamic relations
Reactive mixtures and chemical and phase equilibrium
Evaluation Method
Assignments and evaluations methods vary by instructor and may include homework, quizzes, and exams.
Enrollment Requirements
Enrollment Requirements: Prerequisite: Students must have completed MECH_ENG 220, or Thermodynamics offered through another department, prior to taking this course.