This subject introduces and develops basic thermodynamic principles and focuses on industrial applications.
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Thermodynamic properties
Units and thermodynamic properties
Gas laws
Gas Laws and relationships
Steam Tables
How to use steam tables
Open and closed systems
Analysis of open and closed thermodynamic systems
1st law
Application of 1st law of thermodynamics to open systems
Combustion
Calorific value of fuels, combustion calculations, products of combustion and energy balances for boilers.
Modes of Heat Transfer
Heat transfer mechanisms, conduction, convection and radiant heattransfer, Analysis of simple linear conduction problems.
IC Engines
Internal combustion engines
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Formal Examination | 70 |