MEEN 301B Thermodynamics II
301B. THERMODYNAMICS II (Credit, 3
hours). Topics covered include engineering applications
of thermodynamics; mixtures, two phase
systems, imperfect gases, reactive systems, and
thermodynamics properties. Individual/team projects
are undertaken. The course builds on the fundamentals of thermodynamics to explore advanced concepts in energy conversion, power cycles, and mixture behavior. Topics include gas and vapor power cycles, refrigeration and heat pump systems, gas mixtures, psychrometrics, chemical reactions and combustion, and an introduction to chemical equilibrium. Students apply the first and second laws to complex engineering systems, evaluate performance metrics, and analyze real-world deviations from ideal behavior. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving, engineering judgment, and the integration of thermodynamic principles into practical applications such as engines, turbines, refrigeration units, and energy systems. Computational tools and design-oriented assignments reinforce analytical concepts. Prerequisite: MEEN 300B.
Prerequisite
Grade of "C" or better in
MEEN 300B