1 MNE2112: Thermodynamics
MNE2112: THERMODYNAMICS
Effective Term
Semester B 2024/25
Part I Course Overview
Course Title
Thermodynamics
Subject Code
MNE - Mechanical Engineering
Course Number
2112
Academic Unit
Mechanical Engineering (MNE)
College/School
College of Engineering (EG)
Course Duration
One Semester
Credit Units
3
Level
B1, B2, B3, B4 - Bachelor's Degree
Medium of Instruction
English
Medium of Assessment
English
Prerequisites
PHY1201 General Physics I or
(PHY1101 Introductory Classical Mechanics or PHY1202 General Physics II)
Precursors
Nil
Equivalent Courses
Nil
Exclusive Courses
Nil
Additional Information
#Prerequisites which are not part of the Major Requirement are waived for students admitted with Advanced Standing.
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Part II Course Details
Abstract
This course aims to provide students a holistic introduction to thermodynamics, which includes the fundamentals of
thermodynamics and its engineering applications. At the end of the course, the students will not only be able to understand
the thermodynamics theory but also can apply the theory to solve the practical engineering problems.
Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs)
CILOs Weighting (if DEC-A1 DEC-A2 DEC-A3
app.)
1 Describe the basic principles of x x x
thermodynamics.
2 Select relevant principles to obtain solutions for x x x
some common thermodynamics problems.
3 Integrate the principles of thermodynamics to x x x
analyse some real life problems.
4 Demonstrate reflective practice in an x x x
engineering context.
A1: Attitude
Develop an attitude of discovery/innovation/creativity, as demonstrated by students possessing a strong sense of curiosity,
asking questions actively, challenging assumptions or engaging in inquiry together with teachers.
A2: Ability
Develop the ability/skill needed to discover/innovate/create, as demonstrated by students possessing critical thinking skills
to assess ideas, acquiring research skills, synthesizing knowledge across disciplines or applying academic knowledge to
real-life problems.
A3: Accomplishments
Demonstrate accomplishment of discovery/innovation/creativity through producing /constructing creative works/new
artefacts, effective solutions to real-life problems or new processes.
Learning and Teaching Activities (LTAs)
LTAs Brief Description CILO No. Hours/week (if
applicable)
1 Lecture Take place in classroom 1, 2, 3 3 hrs/week
setting which consists
of lectures on different
topics related to key
concepts, principles,
theories, and their
applications on
thermodynamics.
2 Laboratory Work Teach the students the 1, 2, 3, 4 3 hrs/week for 2 weeks
basic experiments related
to thermodynamics.
Additional Information for LTAs
Note: To reach excellent (A+, A, A-) in Laboratory Work acquires the capacity to extend the knowledge learned from lectures
to the Report’s discussion.
Assessment Tasks / Activities (ATs)
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ATs CILO No. Weighting (%) Remarks (e.g. Parameter
for GenAI use)
1 Quizzes/Homework/Test 1, 2, 3, 4 25 Quizzes in individual
lecture (5%). Homework
assignment after lectures
(5%). One mid-term test
on week 7 (15%).
2 Laboratory Report 1, 2, 3, 4 15 2 reports to be submitted.
Continuous Assessment (%)
40
Examination (%)
60
Examination Duration (Hours)
2
Additional Information for ATs
For a student to pass the course, at least 30% of the maximum mark for both coursework and examination should be
obtained.
Assessment Rubrics (AR)
Assessment Task
1. Quizzes/Homeworks/Test
Criterion
Capacity to understand the key concepts, principles and theories related to thermodynamics, and to analyse and solve
related engineering problems. A: 75-100%, B: 60-74%; C: 45-59%; D: 40-44%; <40% F.
Excellent (A+, A, A-)
High
Good (B+, B, B-)
Significant
Fair (C+, C, C-)
Moderate
Marginal (D)
Basic
Failure (F)
Not even reaching marginal levels
Assessment Task
2. Laboratory Report
Criterion
Ability to explain the methodology and procedure and analyse the experimental data and discuss the experimental findings.
Excellent (A+, A, A-)
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Strong evidence of critical thinking; good organization, capacity to analyse and synthesize; superior grasp of subject matter;
evidence of extensive knowledge of the experimental
matters concerned.
Good (B+, B, B-)
Evidence of grasp of subject, some evidence of critical thinking, capacity and analytic
ability; reasonable understanding of issues; evidence of familiarity with experiments.
Fair (C+, C, C-)
Evidence of being profited from the laboratory class; understanding of the subject; ability to develop solutions to
concerning the experiments
Marginal (D)
Basic familiarity with the laboratory equipment; ability to move onto other laboratory materials.
Failure (F)
Little evidence of familiarity with the laboratory class materials; weakness in critical and analytic skills; limited, or
irrelevant use of data
Assessment Task
3. Examination
Criterion
Describe the fundamental concepts of thermodynamics and apply them to solve the engineering thermodynamics
problems.
Excellent (A+, A, A-)
Strong evidence of original thinking; good organization, capacity to analyse and synthesize; superior grasp of subject
matter; evidence of extensive knowledge base.
Good (B+, B, B-)
Significant evidence of grasp of subject, some evidence of critical capacity and analytic ability; reasonable understanding of
issues; evidence of familiarity with course matter.
Fair (C+, C, C-)
Evidence of being profited from the university experience; understanding of the thermodynamics; ability to develop
solutions to simple problems in the course.
Marginal (D)
Basic familiarity with the subject matter to progress without repeating the course.
Failure (F)
Little evidence of familiarity with the subject matter; weakness in critical and analytic skills; very limited demonstration of
correct use knowledge in thermodynamics.
Additional Information for AR
Note: For a student to pass the course, at least 30% of the maximum mark for both coursework and examination should be
obtained.
Part III Other Information
Keyword Syllabus
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• Basic Definitions and Units - The Thermodynamic System and The Control Volume, Surroundings, Concept of Universe,
Macroscopic and Microscopic Analysis, Definition of Substance, Properties of Substance, Thermodynamic Equilibrium,
Concept of Quasi—Equilibrium, Process and Cycle, Fundamental Units, etc.
• Heat and Work - Definition of Thermodynamic Work, Units for Work, Forms of Work, Definition of Heat, Inter
Convertibility of Heat/work into Work/heat, Governing Principles, Sign Convention.
• First Law of Thermodynamics
• The Second Law of Thermodynamics
• The Carnot Cycle
• Entropy
• Exergy Analysis
• Analysis of Power Generation Cycles
• Analysis of Refrigeration Cycles
Reading List
Compulsory Readings
Title
1 Moran M. J. & Shapiro H. N., Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics, Wiley; 8 edition (April 18, 2014)
Additional Readings
Title
1 Sonntag R.E., Borgnakke C. & Van Wylen C. J., Fundamentals of Thermodynamics, Wiley, 6 edition (August 26, 2002)
