NAME OF

MODULE

THERMODYNAMICS

MODULE CODE

EMD2323

TEACHING
DEPARTMENT

MECHANICAL DEPARTMENT

ACADEMIC
STAFF

PROF AMER NORDIN DARUS

RATIONALE

The rationale to include this module in the academic programme is because this module is the core and major
module in the academic programme. The course is designed in developing an understanding of the application of
the thermodynamics knowledge in various engineering systems. The subject covers the review and analysis of
energy, gas power cycles, vapour power cycles and steam properties using laws of thermodynamics

SEMESTER &
YEAR

06/02

STUDENT
LEARNING TIME
(SLT)

LECTURE

TOTAL SLT

28

NOTATIONAL
HRS

120 Hours/Semester

CREDIT VALUE

3.00 Credit Hours

PREREQUISITE

None

OBJECTIVES

LEARNING
OUTCOMES

FACE TO FACE (HOURS)

TUTORIAL
PRACTICAL

14

OTHERS

OTHERS (HOURS)
TOTAL
INDEPENDENT
GUIDED
LEARNING

44

76

The objectives of this subject are:

1. Learn the fundamentals of mass balance, 1st law, 2nd law of energy to identify, differentiate and solve
engineering problem involving closed, open systems and unsteady-flow processes.
2. Learn the properties of pure, simple compressible substances and ideal gases.
3. Learn the concept of heat, work and mass to the typical problems.
4. Learn the entropy changes problems for pure substances and ideal gas
5. Learn the various standard cycles and their efficiencies.
On completion of this module, students will be able to :
1. Discuss the basic concepts of engineering thermodynamics
2. Apply the first law of thermodynamics to open and closed system
3. Illustrate the behaviour of pure substances at different conditions
4. Differentiate the two statements of second law of thermodynamics
5. Discuss the concept of entropy and analyse its change on thermodynamic devices

TRANSFERABLE
SKILLS

The course component will help students develop students skills in the develop mechanical engineering drawing.

TEACHINGLEARNING AND
ASSESSMENT
STRATEGY

Lecture and Course Material

- Course Teaching Manual / PowerPoint Presentation
- Notes
- Text book
Tutorial Sessions
- Class Discussions
- Case Studies
- Demonstration/Practical and Exercises

Assessment Strategy
- Continuous Assessment 50%
- Final Examination 50%
- Total 100%
The teaching and learning strategy is designed to encourage a deep approach to learning with an emphasis on
collaborative, evidence based & problem based learning suitable to industry through the use of teams (working
teams) and problem solving. The module will specifically exploit and explore the issues that arise.
The teaching/learning strategy for this module has been designed to ensure that the program level learning
outcomes will be acquired. Various forms of teaching strategy would be employed to provide stimulation and
participation amongst students. These will either one or combination which include group work and formal
presentations, exercises, project, case studies, role plays, informal peer assessment, interactive handouts,
exercises, and experiential tasks.

SYNOPSIS

Thermodynamics covers the basic principles and laws that govern energy transfer, energy conversion. It is a
macroscopic approach on bodies, its internal energy, entropy and pressure.

Lecture, Tutorial, Discussion, Presentation.

MODE OF
DELIVERY

ASSESSMENT
METHODS &
TYPES

The mode of delivery for this module is on a full time basis and if there is a demand, the module may be
delivered on a part-time basis.
Continuous Assessment
Test 1 [15%]
Test 2 [15%]
Individual Assignments [20%]
Final Examination [50%]

MAPPING
MODULE TO
PROGRAM
LEARNING
OUTCOMES

The mapping of this module learning outcomes to the program learning outcome is shown in the table below :COURSE OUTCOMES PROGRAMME OUTCOMES MATRIX
COURSE CODE

EMD2323

CENTRE OF STUDY

COURSE NAME

THERMODYNAMICS

UPDATED BY

CREDIT HOURS

3.0

DATE

SCHOOL OF SCIENCE & ENGINEERING

8th January 2014

Rating on Objective in Relation to Program Outcomes: (1) Very Slightly (2) Moderately (3) Substantively
COURSE OUTCOMES

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES
PO

PO

PO

PO

PO

PO

PO

PO

PO

PO

PO

TEACHING
METHODOLOG
Y

ASSESSME
NT

10

11

CO1: Discuss and evaluate

the fundamentals of mass
balance, 1st law, 2nd law of
energy
to
identify,
differentiate
and
solve
engineering problem involving
closed, open systems and
unsteady-flow processes.

Lecture,
Exercises

Test,
Quizzes,
Assignment,
Presentation

CO2: Determine and sketch

the properties of pure, simple
compressible substances and
ideal gases.

Lecture, Case
Study, Library
Research

Assignment,
Presentation

CO3: Analyse the concept of

heat, work and mass to the
typical problems.

Lecture, Case
Study, Exercises

Test,
Quizzes,
Assignment,
Presentation

CO4: Analyse the entropy

changes problems for pure
substances and ideal gas

Lecture, Case
Study, Exercises

Test,
Quizzes,
Assignment,
Presentation

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES:
1.
Apply the fundamentals of mathematics, science and engineering to solve engineering problems;
2.
Apply mathematical, scientific and engineering principles to identify, analyze and formulate solutions for engineering problems;
3.
Consider public health, cultural, societal, safety, and environmental elements in the design of complex engineering solutions;
4.
Provide valid conclusions to complex problems through research, data collection, analysis, and interpretation;
5.
Consider the limitations when choosing modern engineering and IT solutions to predict and model complex engineering activities;
6.
Assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering
practice;
7.
Considers sustainable development when implementing professional engineering solutions;
8.
Communicate effectively in the execution of complex engineering activities in writing and orally.
9.
Apply professional ethics in the conduct of responsibilities and norms of engineering practice;
10. Apply the knowledge of engineering principles in project management, whether as a member or team leader;
11. Recognise and possess the capability to embark on lifelong learning.

CONTENT OUTLINE OF THE MODULE AND THE STUDENT LEARNING TIME PER TOPIC
CONTENT OUTLINE

INTRODUCTION
Overview of the module
General Guidelines & Learning Approach
Assessments Briefing
Introduction to the subject area

LECTURE

TUTORIAL

OTHERS

SELF
STUDY

TOTAL SLT

BASIC CONCEPTS AND GAS LAWS

Thermodynamics; Property: Intensive and Extensive; System:
Open, Closed and Isolated; Energy: Internal Energy, Potential
Energy, Kinetic Energy; Heat; Work; Specific Heat; Enthalpy;
Boyle's Law; Charle's Law; Joule's Law; Characteristics of Gas
Equation; Gas Constant; Universal Gas Constant.

FIRST LAW OF THERMODYNAMICS

Statement, Internal energy and its molecular interpretation,
Enthalpy, First Law of thermodynamics for a closed system
undergoing a cyclic process, non-cyclic process, First Law
applied to open system, SFEE and its engineering applications.

SECOND LAW OF THERMODYNAMICS

Limitations of First law, Heat engine, Thermal efficiency
Refrigerator, Heat pump, COP, Reversible & Irreversible process
Clausius & Kelvin-Plank statement, Similarity between two
statements, Carnot cycle & Carnot theorem

ENTROPY
Clausius theorem & Clausius inequality,
Entropy & Entropy change in flow & non flow processes,
Isentropic Efficiencies of Steady-Flow Devices
AVAILABILITY
Available and Unavailable Energy Effectiveness; Irreversibility in
Flow and Non flow Process.

FORMATION OF STEAM AND ITS PROPERTIES

Generation of Steam at Constant Pressure; Various Stage of
Steam, Dryness Fraction, Super-Heated Steam, Degree of Super
Heat; Critical Point, Triple Point; Thermodynamic Properties of
Steam; Steam Property Diagram; Numerical Problems; Use of
Steam Tables and Mollier Charts.

VAPOR POWER CYCLES

Introducing vapor power plants, Rankine Cycle, Ideal Rankine

Cycle, Improving performance-superheat, reheat. Regeneration

10

16

10

16

10

16

10

16

10

16

10

16

13

2
1
3

3
2
3

76

120

CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT
Test 1 [15%]
Test 2 [15%]
Individual Assignments [20%]
Final Examination [50%]
TOTAL CONTACT HOURS
MAIN
REFERENCES
BOOKS
ADDITIONAL
REFERENCE

28

14

Cengel Yunus and Bole Michael, Thermodynamics , Tata McGraw Hills,

2006.
Nag. P.K., " Engineering Thermodynamics "Tata McGraw Hills,

1. Estop and McConkey , Applied Thermodynamics for Engineering

Technologies

BOOKS

2. Longman Green & Co. Ltd. London. E.L.B.S. Edition, 2002.

3. Mayhew A. and Rogers B, " Engineering Thermodynamics " Longman Green
& Co. Ltd. London. E.L.B.S. Edition, 1990.
Van Wylen. and G.J. and Sonntag R.E, " Fundamentals of Classical
Thermodynamics ". John Wiley, 1986.

OTHER
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION

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