Materials Thermodynamics

Course Code:

MSN 213

Course Period:

Autumn

Course Type:

Core

Credits:

3

Theoric:

2

Practice:

2

Laboratory Hour:

0

ECTS:

4

Course Language:

English

Course Coordinator:

Ahmet Turan

Courses given by:

Ahmet Turan

Course Assistants :

Umay Çınarlı Yavaş

Course Objectives:

Understanding the basic concepts, having knowledge about Thermodynamic Laws, implementation of Gibbs’ free energy concept to chemical reactions, understanding the idela and non ideal solution thermodynamics.

Course Content:

Understanding fundamental definitions such as entropy, entalhpy, gibbs free energy and basic laws (1st and 2nd laws) of thermodynamics. Learn how to calculate heat energy for fission or formation of various types chemical components. Calculation of calorific powers for industrial ovens. Examination of the behavior of solutions regarding with the thermodynamic laws.

Course Methodology:

1: Lecture by instructor, 2: Lecture by instructor with class discussion, 3: Problem solving by instructor, 4: Use of simulations, 5: Problem solving assignment, 6: Reading assignment, 7: Laboratory work, 8: Term research paper, 9: Presentation by guest

Course Evaluation Methods:

A: Written exam, B: Multiple-choice exam C: Take-home quiz, D: Experiment report, E: Homework, F: Project, G: Presentation by student, H: …

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Course Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes	Detailed Program Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
1. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics	1b,2b,4a	1	A, E
2. Able to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems	1b,2b,4a	1	A, E

Course Flow

COURSE CONTENT
Week	Topics	Study Materials
1	Introduction and Definition of Terms	Textbook
2	Basic Concepts, thermodynamics and energy, application areas of thermodynamics	Textbook
3	Relationship between heat and work, internal energy, the first law of thermodynamics, constant volume processes, constant temperature processes, adiabatic processes, enthalpy	Textbook
4	Constant pressure processes, heat capacity, Kirchhoff equilibrium, Hess’ Law, calorific powers, industrial oven design	Textbook
5	Second law of thermodynamics, spontaneous, reversible and irreversible processes, 3rd law of thermodynamics, entropy	Textbook
6	Gibbs’ Free Energy and Equilibrium	Textbook
7	Midterm-I	Textbook
8	Application of Free Energy for different chemical reactions, Reaction Equilibrium Constants	Textbook
9	Oxidation, reduction and Ellingham Diagrams	Textbook
10	Determination of equilibrium oxygen pressures, reduction of metal oxides	Textbook
11	The behavior of solutions	Textbook
12	Ideal and non ideal solutions thermodynamics	Textbook
13	Midterm-II	Textbook
14	Ideal and non ideal solutions thermodynamics	Textbook

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES

Textbook

David R. Gaskell, Introduction to The Thermodynamics of Materials, Fourth Edition, Taylor & Francis Books, Inc. 2003.

Additional Resources

Richard A. Swalin, Thermodynamics of Solids, 2nd ed., John Wiley & Sons, 1972.

David V. Ragone, Thermodynamics of Materials, Vol. I and II, John Wiley & Sons, The MIT Series, 1995.

Robert T. DeHoff, Thermodynamics in Materials Science, McGraw-Hill, Inc. 1993.

Lecturer notes

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents	Textbook and lecture notes
Assignments	Homeworks
Exams	Exams and solutions (excluding the Final Exam)

Assessment

ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES	NUMBER	PERCENTAGE
Mid-Terms	2	60
Homework
Final	1	40
Total		100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE		40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE		60
Total		100

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM OUTCOMES
No	Program Learning Outcomes	check √
1a	Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline,
1b	Ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2a	Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems,	√
2b	Ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3a	Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result,
3b	Ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4a	Ability to devise, select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice.
4b	Ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5a	Ability to design experiments for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions,
5b	Ability to conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6a	Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary teams,
6b	Ability to work efficiently in multi-disciplinary teams,
6c	Ability to work individually.	√
7a	Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing,
7b	Knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language,
7c	Ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports,	√
7d	Ability to make effective presentations,
7e	Ability to give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8a	Recognition of the need for lifelong learning, ability to access information, ability to follow developments in science and technology,
8b	Ability to continue to educate him/herself.
9a	Consciousness to behave according to ethical principles and professional and ethical responsibility.
9b	Knowledge on standards used in engineering practice.
10a	Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, change management.
10b	Awareness in entrepreneurship and innovation.
10c	Knowledge about sustainable development.
11a	Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety,
11b	Knowledge about contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering.
11c	Awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

ECTS

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration (Excluding the exam weeks: 12x Total course hours)	12	4	48
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	12	6	72
Midterm examination	2	2	4
Lab Work	-	-	-
Final examination	1	2	2
Total Work Load			126
Total Work Load / 25 (h)			5.04
ECTS Credit of the Course			5

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