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Mechanical engineering for EEs
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Module 11
Thermodynamics: Energy and the First Law
1
Thermodynamic Fundamentals
Define thermodynamic systems, states, processes, and properties (e.g., enthalpy).
Define thermodynamic systems, states, processes, and properties (e.g., enthalpy).
2
Ideal Gas Law Applications
Apply the Ideal Gas Law to relate pressure, volume, and temperature for ideal gases.
Apply the Ideal Gas Law to relate pressure, volume, and temperature for ideal gases.
3
Heat, Work, and Internal Energy: Definitions and Sign Conventions
Distinguish between heat, work, and internal energy, and apply sign conventions.
Distinguish between heat, work, and internal energy, and apply sign conventions.
4
First Law of Thermodynamics for Closed Systems
Apply the First Law of Thermodynamics to analyze closed systems (non-flow processes).
Apply the First Law of Thermodynamics to analyze closed systems (non-flow processes).
5
Thermodynamic Processes for Ideal Gases
Analyze common thermodynamic processes for ideal gases: isobaric, isochoric, isothermal, and adiabatic.
Analyze common thermodynamic processes for ideal gases: isobaric, isochoric, isothermal, and adiabatic.
6
Steady-Flow Energy Equation: Applications to Engineering Devices
Apply the steady-flow energy equation (First Law for open systems) to components like nozzles, diffusers, and heat exchangers.
Apply the steady-flow energy equation (First Law for open systems) to components like nozzles, diffusers, and heat exchangers.
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