MECE 3230U – Thermodynamic Applications

Thermodynamic cycles are covered, including: the Carnot cycle, gas power cycles, vapour power cycles, combined power cycles, and refrigeration cycles. Analysis of complex cycles that include reheating, intercooling, regeneration, jet-propulsion, and cogeneration. Design considerations related to the application of the thermodynamic cycles including: heat engines, refrigeration systems, and power plants. Fundamentals of combustion including an overview of fuels, ignition, chemical reactions, and flame temperature. First and second law analysis of combustion reactions. Applications of combustion including engines and furnaces. An introduction to fuel cells, electrolyzers, batteries, and capacitors.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): MECE 2320U or MECE 2640U or NUCL 2010U

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