Thermodynamics (5 cr)

Objective

1. You understand the key variables and concepts of thermodynamics and apply them to HVAC equipment, systems and processes.
2. You analyze the operation of HVAC equipment, such as pumps, fans and compressors as part of the piping or ductwork using thermodynamics concepts and variables, and understand the principles of basic types of thermal power plants and steam process as a whole.
3. You apply the main rules of thermodynamics to flow machines.

Content

What is thermodynamics and what are its main concepts and variables and how do they relate to machines, equipment and systems of HVAC?
How do pumps and fans operate as part of the piping and ductwork and how can their properties be analyzed?
What is the steam process and how do thermal power plants work and how can their performance be analyzed?
How do you apply the main rules of thermodynamics to HVAC systems and what can be analyzed with them?

Course material

Opiskelumateriaali ilmoitetaan/jaetaan opintojakson alkaessa.

Study forms and methods

Työviikkopohjainen oppimisväylä
Osallistut työjärjestyksen mukaiseen opetukseen ja ohjaukseen. Opiskelusi rytmittyvät työjärjestyksen mukaisten ryhmätapaamisten ja itsenäisesti tehtävien oppimistehtävien mukaan.

RDI and work-related cooperation

Ei ole

Student workload

Lähiopetusta noin 60 tuntia, opiskelijan kokonaistyömäärä noin 135 tuntia

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Tentit ja arvioitavat harjoitustehtävät

Qualifications

Attending the course requires basic knowledge of the course of Thermophysics.