Introduction to Essentials of Thermodynamics

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of thermodynamics, exploring the fundamental laws and their applications across various fields. From learning the basics of energy transfer to understanding more complex systems, students will gain a solid foundation in thermodynamics suited for further study or practical application in engineering and the sciences.


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Course Overview

5 sections . 15 lessons .

Introduction to Thermodynamics

History and Significance 24:52
Understanding Thermodynamics 10:04
Core Concepts and Definitions 10:56
Introduction to Thermodynamics Quiz 20 min

Exploring the First Law of Thermodynamics

Energy Conservation in Systems 26:09
Work, Heat, and Energy Transfers 5:44
Applications in Engineering 1:14:44
Exploring the First Law of Thermodynamics Quiz 20 min

The Second Law of Thermodynamics

Refrigeration and Heat Pumps 11:36
The Carnot Cycle 20:17
Entropy and Efficiency 1:18:26
The Second Law of Thermodynamics Quiz 20 min

Properties of Pure Substances

Phase Change and Property Diagrams 10:28
Steam Tables and Quality 9:19
Ideal and Real Gases 11:35
Properties of Pure Substances Quiz 20 min

Thermodynamic Cycles and Systems

Refrigeration Cycles 6:12
Analyzing Power Cycles 9:55
Practical Considerations in Cycle Optimization 14:07
Thermodynamic Cycles and Systems Quiz 20 min

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Course Objectives

Grasp the basic concepts and terminology in thermodynamics such as system, surroundings, heat, work, energy, and entropy.

Understand and apply the first law of thermodynamics to closed and open systems.

Analyze processes using the second law of thermodynamics and concepts of entropy generation and energy efficiency.

Explore the properties and behavior of pure substances and ideal gases within thermodynamic systems.

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Prerequisites

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High school level physics and chemistry.

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Basic knowledge of algebra and calculus.

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A willingness to engage with complex concepts and perform critical thinking.

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