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Course Document Academic Year:2016-17

Department of Mechanical Engineering
Course Title : BASIC THERMODYNAMICS Credits: 4
Course Code :15ME33 L:T:P -3-1-0
Course Type: PC-2 Semester : 3 Div:A CIE marks:50
Hours/week: 3+2=5 Total Hours:50 SEE marks:50

Pre-requisites: Physics and Mathematics of P.U. level

Course Objectives:
To present a comprehensive and rigorous treatment of classical thermodynamics while retaining an
engineering perspective. To lay the groundwork for subsequent studies in such fields as fluid
mechanics, heat transfer and to prepare the students to effectively use thermodynamics in the
practice of engineering. To develop an intuitive understanding of thermodynamics by emphasizing
the physics and physical arguments. To present a wealth of real world engineering examples to give
students a feel for how thermodynamics is applied in engineering practice.

Course Outcomes(COs) : At the end of the course, the student will be able to
[Outcomes usually follow the format: “At the end of the course, students will be able to
insert verb here + insert knowledge, skills, or attitudes the student is expected to develop]
Bloom’s Bloom’s
CO No.
Course Outcomes ( Action verb should be in italics) taxonomy Level
Identify the unique vocabulary associated with thermodynamics and
Explain the basic concepts of thermodynamics like system, properties, Remembering,
CO-1 L 1,2
equilibrium, pressure, specific volume, temperature, zeroth law of Understanding
thermodynamics, temperature measurement and temperature scales.
Distinguish between ideal gas and pure substance. Calculate
Understanding,
thermodynamic properties using tables of thermodynamic properties
CO-2 applying, L2,3,4
and analyze the processes on T-v diagrams to solve advanced
analysing
engineering problems
Explain the concept of thermodynamic work. Calculate and compare Understanding,
CO-3 work in case of a closed system executing different thermodynamic applying, L2,3,4
processes or different thermodynamic cycles analysing
State and apply the first law of thermodynamics for closed and open
Understanding,
systems undergoing different thermodynamic processes. Evaluate the
CO-4 applying, L2,3,4
performance of steam power plants, refrigeration plants and their
analysing
components using the first law of thermodynamics for open systems
State and prove the equivalence of two statements of second law of
Understanding,
thermodynamics. Define reversible process and state the propositions
CO-5 applying, L2,3,4
regarding efficiency of Carnot cycle. Evaluate the feasibility of a
analysing
thermodynamic cycle using the second law of thermodynamics for
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typical engineering problems

Quantify the second law of thermodynamics for a cycle by
establishing the inequality of Clausius. Apply the inequality of Understanding,
CO-6 Clausius and establish the property entropy of a system. Derive and applying, L2,3,4
apply principle of increase of entropy to evaluate the feasibility of a analysing
thermodynamic process

Unit No. : 1
Title of the Chapter : Fundamental Concepts & Definitions
Duration: 6 Hrs.

Outcomes of this chapter:

At the end of the Chapter, the student will be able to
S.No. Outcomes Bloom’s Level
1 Explain the basic concepts of thermodynamics such as system, state, state postulate, 2 Understanding
equilibrium, properties, process and cycle

2 Distinguish between Open, Closed and Isolated systems, Microscopic and Macroscopic 4
approaches, Intensive and Extensive properties Analysing
3 Define zeroth law of thermodynamics and explain the concept of pressure, 2 Understanding
temperature, specific volume and temperature scales.

4 Apply the above concepts to solve simple engineering problems 3,

Applying

Unit No. : 2
Title of the Chapter : Properties of pure substances
Duration: Hrs.

Outcomes of this chapter:

At the end of the Chapter, the student will be able to

S.No. Outcomes Bloom’s Level

1 Illustrate the T-v, P-T diagrams and P-v-T surfaces of pure substances. 3, Applying

2 Analyze the processes on T-v diagrams to solve advanced engineering problems 4, Analysing
3 Explain the compressibility factor and compressibility chart for nitrogen & Conclude 1, 5
from this chart as to when the ideal gas equation can be applied and when real gas Remembering,
equation is applicable evaluating

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Unit No. : 2
Title of the Chapter : Work and Heat
Duration: Hrs.

Outcomes of this chapter:

At the end of the Chapter, the student will be able to
S.No. Outcomes Bloom’s Level
1 Derive an expression for thermodynamic work at the moving boundary of a simple 3, Applying
compressible system
2 Calculate and compare work in case of a system executing a thermodynamic cycle 3,5 Applying,
with different combinations of thermodynamic processes and suggest the most Evaluating
economical cycle
3 Calculate work in case of a system executing various thermodynamic processes that 3, Analysing
involve either ideal gas or pure substance as working fluid

Unit No. : 2
Title of the Chapter : First Law of thermodynamics for closed systems
Duration: Hrs.

Outcomes of this chapter:

At the end of the Chapter, the student will be able to
S.No. Outcomes Bloom’s Level
1 Apply the first law of thermodynamics for a closed system executing a thermodynamic 3, Applying
process and calculate change in internal energy or work transfer or heat transfer in
typical engineering problems that involve either ideal gas or pure substance as
working fluid
2 Explain the development of concept of enthalpy, calculate enthalpy of pure 2, Explaining
substances & ideal gases knowing two independent properties and apply it in solving
problems that involve thermodynamic processes
3 Define constant pressure and constant volume specific heats & Obtain expressions for 1,3
enthalpy change and internal energy change of ideal gases from the conclusions drawn Remembering,
from Joule’s experiment Analysing

Unit No. : 2
Title of the Chapter : First Law of thermodynamics for open systems
Duration: Hrs.

Outcomes of this chapter:

At the end of the Chapter, the student will be able to
S.No. Outcomes Bloom’s Level
1 State the first law of thermodynamics for open systems. Write an expression of first 1, 3
law for Steady State Steady Flow process (SSSF). Apply the equation in the Remembering,
solution of problems that involve SSSF processes such as turbines, compressors, Applying
nozzles, throttle valves etc. Evaluate the performance of steam power plants and

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refrigeration plants.

2 Express an expression of first law for uniform state uniform flow process (USUF). 2,3
Apply the equation in the solution of problems that involve USUF processes such as Understanding,
filling of tanks and evacuation of tanks etc. Applying

Unit No. : 2
Title of the Chapter : Second law of thermodynamics
Duration: Hrs.

Outcomes of this chapter:

At the end of the Chapter, the student will be able to
S.No. Outcomes Bloom’s Level
1 Explain the limitations of first law of thermodynamics 2, Explaining
2 State & explain Kelvin-Planck & Clausius statements of second law of 1,2,3
thermodynamics, Prove the equivalence of two statements of second law Remembering,
Explaining,
Applying
3 Apply the efficiency and COP expressions of Carnot cycle to solve typical engineering 3, Applying
problems

Unit No. : 2
Title of the Chapter : Entropy
Duration: Hrs.

Outcomes of this chapter:

At the end of the Chapter, the student will be able to
S.No. Outcomes Bloom’s Level
1 Quantify the second law of thermodynamics for a cycle by establishing the inequality 3, Applying
of Clausius
2 Calculate entropy changes that take place during processes for pure substances and 3, Applying
ideal gases
3 Establish the increase of entropy principle. Apply the same to evaluate the feasibility 3, applying
of a thermodynamic process

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Books:
Text Books:
1. Claus Borgnakke, Richard Sonntag, “Fundamentals of thermodynamics”, 7th edition, John Wiley & sons 2009.
Or Gordon J Van Wylen, Richard Sonntag, “Fundamentals of classical thermodynamics”, 2nd Edition, Wiley
eastern Ltd., 1987.
2. Yunus Cengel and Michael Boles, “Thermodynamics (SI Units)”, 7th Edition, Tata McGraw Hill, 2012.
3. Michael J. Moran, Howard N. Shapiro, Daisie D. Boettner, Margaret B. Bailey, “Principles of engineering
thermodynamics”, 7th Edition, Wiley India publishers, 2012.
4. Dr. S.S. Banwait, Dr. S.C. Laroiya, “Properties Of Refrigerant & Psychrometric Tables & Charts In SI Units”,
Birla Pub. Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 2008

Reference Books:
1. Merle Potter, Craig Somerton, “Schaum's Outline of Thermodynamics for Engineers”, 2nd edition, Schaum's
Outline Series, McGraw Hill Publishers, 2009.
2. Robert T. Balmer, “Modern Engineering Thermodynamics”, 1st Edition, Academic press (Elsevier
Publications), 2012.
3. P.K. Nag, “Basic & Applied Thermodynamics”, 2nd edition, Tata McGraw-Hill Education Pvt. Ltd., 2009.
4. M. David Burghardt, “Engineering Thermodynamics with Applications”, 3rd edition, Harper and Row
Publications, 1986.

Activities planned for achievement of outcomes:

Activities to be selected from following list (Partial list, more activities can be added by faculty)

1. Assignments

2. Quizzes

3. Internal Assessment Tests

4. Course Seminar

5. Course Project (Mini project)

6. Case Studies

7. Viva-Voce

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Mapping of COs and POs

Activities Program Outcomes

Course Outcomes
(Mention the S.No.) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

CO-1 1,2,3

CO-2 1,2,3

CO-3 1,2,3

CO-4 1,2,3

CO-5 1,2,3

CO-6 1,2,3

Mapping of COs and PSOs

Activities Program Specific Outcomes

Course Outcomes
(Mention the S.No.) PSO1 PSO2 PSO3 …

CO-1 1,2,3

CO-2 1,2,3

CO-3 1,2,3

CO-4 1,2,3

CO-5 1,2,3

CO-6 1,2,3

Note:
1. Enter correlation levels 1, 2 or 3 as defined below:
1: Slight (Low) 2: Moderate (Medium) 3: Substantial (High)
It there is no correlation, put “ - ”

Dr. Vijay S. Majali

Module Coordinator, BTD, 3rd Sem

Name and signature of the faculty member

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