Expanding on previously acquired knowledge (ENT745) the module will introduce the fundamental definitions, basic principles and mechanisms applied to Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer. The module will help you to further develop a knowledge of thermodynamic and heat transfer solutions employing critical awareness of mechanical engineering analysis within complex systems. The module will cover the use of informed engineering judgment and principles, to formulate and analyse thermodynamic and heat transfer problems to reach substantiated conclusions. It will briefly introduce the difficulties associated with uncertainty in finding practical working solutions, and to recognise the limitations of the assumptions and techniques employed for the synthesis of the given engineering problem. Moreover, the module will help you develop an appreciation of the range of industrial applications to which these fundamental concepts and mechanisms can be used to develop self-guided pragmatic skills. 

1. Demonstrate a critical and systematic understanding of applied mechanisms and behaviour of thermodynamic & heat transfer modes when applied to practical engineering scenarios. 
2. Examine, question and broaden knowledge of thermodynamic & heat transfer limitations when applied to practical engineering solutions. 
3. Demonstrate a systematic and creative approach to deal with interactions within complex mechanical systems towards holistic design and operation. 
4. Develop an awareness of industrial scales within industrial power plant. 

The module will be delivered through a blend of face-to-face teaching (such as lectures, guided study, tutorials, and formative feedback sessions), and online learning material (such as recorded lectures, quizzes, numerical examples and sample tutorial problems). These learning materials will further develop your appreciation of the subject, as well as, a critical awareness of applied thermodynamic and heat transfer principles (and the limitations of the required assumptions), of relevance to ‘real-world’ engineering practice. 

Engagement with the solving of practical examples, in preparation for the synchronous sessions, will broaden your understanding and appreciation of wider engineering problems, enabling you to demonstrate an appreciation of the desired learning outcomes. 

Throughout the module, you will be further developing your knowledge and skills in several areas:  

‘Independent and critical thinking’. You will need to: 

• Critically apply the principles of Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer behaviour. 

• Appreciate and be critically aware of the mode and techniques of energy transfer used in engineering applications. 

• Appreciate and be critically aware of the complexity of real systems and the application of Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer principles in solving engineering problems. 

• Systematically appreciate the independent modes of heat transfer and their dominance in given engineering situations. 

• Acquire an understanding and critical awareness of the principles and mechanisms that can be used to support thermodynamic process’. 

• Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills for both engineering and industrial applications. 

‘Ethically Socially and Environmentally aware’ 

• Recognise the transition from traditional carbon intensive fuel sources in thermal power plant towards net Zero. 

• Appreciate the adoption of alternative power systems (solar, nuclear, geothermal) and the calculation of relevant thermodynamic cycles and efficiency improvements. 

• Appreciation of issues associated with the harmful emissions of combustion systems traditionally used in thermal power plants. 

Exam (LO 1-4): a two-hour examination scheduled during the Spring Semester Examination Period. The examination paper will contain one compulsory question (Question 1), which is worth 50% and is subdivided equally between thermodynamics and heat transfer. In addition, the examination paper will contain two further sections covering thermodynamics and heat transfer respectively. Each section contains two analytical questions, worth 25% each, with one question from each section being attempted.  

THE OPPORTUNITY FOR REASSESSMENT IN THIS MODULE: 

The re-assessment for this module will consist in a 2-hour written examination.  

Opportunities for re-assessment is only permitted provided you have not failed more credit than in the resit rule adopted by your programme.  If the amount of credit you have failed is more than permitted by the relevant resit rule, you may be permitted to repeat study if you are within the threshold set for the Repeat rule adopted by your programme.  You will be notified of your eligibility to resit/repeat any modules after the Examining Board in the Summer period.  

All resit assessments will be held in the Resit Examination period, prior to the start of the following academic session. 

• Introduction to power plant – Thermodynamic cycles and cycle improvements, including an overview of plant layout, brief outline of fuel handling requirements and burners. 

• Steam raising plant, steam gas turbine and preliminary turbine design calculations. 

• Alternative vapour power cycles related to alternative thermal energy generation and efficiency improvements. 

• Major air pollution emissions from power stations and industry is briefly covered- i.e. smoke, sulphur dioxide, oxides of nitrogen, particulate matter. 

• Introduction to conduction, convection and radiation and their impact on engineering design and manufacture. 

• Principles of convection heat transfer including both the solution of forced and free convection heat transfer, using analytical and empirical solutions, for a range of applications. 

• Heat Exchangers (log mean temperature difference, effectiveness and enhancement). 

• Principles of radiation heat transfer (shape factors & gas interaction)