Energy technology of power plantLaajuus (5 ECTS)

Objective

On completion of the course, the student knows the basic applications of thermodynamics.
The student will be able to apply the laws of thermodynamics to heat engines, and understand the limitations of the laws.
The student will be able to calculate physical quantities of thermodynamic processes and cycles, such as pressure, volume and temperature. He/she also will also be able to calculate thermal efficiencies of heat engines.

Content

Clausius-rankine cycle, reheating and preheating
Gas mixtures and moist air
Theory of heat engines
Theory of Carnot heat engine
Energy and mass analysis of applications of thermodynamics
Pressure loss of piping system
Flow machines
Heat pumps and refrigeration cycle

Qualifications

Fluid Mechanics and Engineering Thermodynamics

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student understand the basics of thermodynamics and can solve simple calculations.
The student knows the basics of heat engines.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student can solve simple problems and calculations of thermodynamics.
The student is familiar with the basics of heat engines and can solve ideal heat engine calculations.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student understands the concepts and laws of thermodynamics and knows how to use them to solve problems.
The student can solve applied thermodynamic calculations and equations.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student understand the basics of thermodynamics and can solve simple calculations.
The student knows the basics of heat engines.