Text Book:
W.F. Stoecker, Design of Thermal Systems, 3rd Edition, McGraw-Hill, 1989.
References :
- B.K. Hodge and R.P. Taylor, Analysis and Design of Energy Systems, 3rd Edition, Prentice Hall, 1999.
- L.C. Burmeister, Elements of Thermal-Fluid System Design, Prentice Hall, 1998.
- W.S. Janna, Design of Fluid Thermal Systems, 3rd Edition, PWS Publishing Company, 2010.
Coordinator:
Thermal Science TAG
Prerequisites by Topics:
- First and second laws of thermodynamics.
- Thermodynamic cycles and gas-vapor mixture properties.
- Fundamentals of heat transfer and fluid mechanics.
- Engineering economy.
- Ability to use the computer.
Objectives[^1]:
- To teach students how to apply the fundamentals of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and heat transfer in the design of various thermal systems and their components (1,3,5).
- To teach students how to simulate (model) the performance of thermal systems and their components (1,3,5,11).
- To teach students how to optimize the design of thermal systems (1,3,5).
Topics:
- Introduction to thermal systems design
- Review of engineering economy
- Curve fitting
- Modeling of Thermal Equipment
- System Simulation
- Optimization
- Lagrange Multipliers
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Search Methods
a. Single variable
i. Exhaustive
ii. Efficient
iii. Dichotomous
iv. Fibonacci
b. Multivariable, unconstrained
i. Lattice
ii. Univariate -
Dynamic Programming
- Geometric Programming
- Linear programming
Evaluation:
- Quizzes
- Exams
- Homework
- Special Assignments
- Computer Assignments
Learning Outcomes:
Objective 1
1.1 Students will be able to apply the fundamentals of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and heat transfer to analyze and design thermal systems and their components.
Objective 2
2.1 Students will be able to parametrically represent the performance data for the thermal system components.
2.2 Students will be able to formulate and solve system equations using appropriate simulation techniques for steady state and transient conditions.
2.3 Students should be able to utilize high-level computer simulation softwares in the analysis and design of thermal systems and their components.
Objective 3
3.1 Students will be able to optimize the design of a thermal system using any of several suitable techniques.
3.2 Students will be able to incorporate the concepts of engineering economy in the design of thermal systems.
Course Classification
| Student Outcomes | Level | Relevant Activities |
|---|---|---|
| 1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics. | H | Curve fitting. Modeling of Thermal Equipment. Simulation of thermal systems. Optimization methods. |
| 2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors. | H | Design of thermal systems and their components using simulation and optimization. |
| 3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. | L | Plotting of parametric studies. |
| 4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts. | M | The impact of engineering design on the environment. Choosing from different designs. Economical and Environmental issues. |
| 5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives. | ||
| 6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions. | ||
| 7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies. | L | Self reading and library search |
[^1]: Numbers in parenthesis refer to the student outcomes.