Summer I 2024
CRN: 21422
ME 2320 - Thermodynamics I

This course features the fundamental laws of classic thermodynamics including the First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics. Work, heat transfer, and energy are defined. Students learn to identify properties of pure substances using databases and equations of state. Definitions of ideal and non-ideal processes allow students to determine inefficiencies in thermodynamic systems, including power, refrigeration, and heat pump cycles. Applications are studied in relationship to fixed mass systems, control volumes, and thermodynamic cycles. Comparisons to alternate energy systems such as solar and wind energy are made. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Science and Technology Category.

Additional Information

Campus: Main
Schedule Type: Lecture
Instructional Method: Hybrid
Attribute: Increase Foundatn Knowldge SLO           Scientific Literacy SLO           Science and Technology

Synchronous lectures TR. In Person Midterm 6/6, Final 6/25

Prerequisites and Restrictions:
(MATH 1230  Minimum Grade of C  OR
 MATH 1710  Minimum Grade of C) AND

 PHYS 2050  Minimum Grade of C AND

 PHYS 2060  Minimum Grade of C

Instructor(s): Hansford, Claudia M (Primary)
Rajabikhorasani, Giselle

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