Course Description

Transport of heat is a fundamental and critical process in engineering systems. This course covers materials thermal transport properties and the basic equations of steady state and transient heat conduction, convection and radiative heat transfer. Also included is derivation of governing differential equations for transient heat conduction and heat transfer through simple geometries. Heat transfer considerations in plastics processing and design of heat exchangers are also discussed.

Requirements

homework and quizzes (25%) + project (10%) + 2 in-class midterms (20% each) + final exam (25%) = 100%

Objectives

At the end of this course, students should be able to:

• Understand the differences in transfer mechanisms: conduction, convection and radiation.
• Understand and apply dimensionless groups to engineering problems.
• Apply knowledge of math, science and engineering to solve heat transfer problems.
• Design a system, component or process for removal or addition of heat as specified.
• Identify, formulate and solve heat transfer engineering problems.
• Communicate effectively about engineering problems and design.
• Understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context.
• Use the techniques, skills, and engineering tools necessary for modern engineering practice.