MT-523 : Thermodynamics

Course Information

Course, prefix, number, & title: MT-523 Thermodynamics

Hours (Class, recitation, Laboratory, studio): 3

Credits: 3

Pre-requisites (if any): MA-128 and PH-201 both with a grade of C or better.

Course Description in college catalog:

An introduction to the science of thermodynamics. Properties of pure substances; concepts of work and heat; closed and open systems. Fundamental laws of thermodynamics. Carnot and Clasius statements of the second law; entropy and entropy production; heat engines, refrigerators, heat pump; efficiencies, coefficients of performance.

Academic programs for which this course serves as a requirement or an elective:

A.A.S. Mechanical Engineering Technology

General Education Outcomes: Below is a listing of General Education Outcome(s) that this course supports.

  1. Use analytical reasoning to identify issues or problems and evaluate evidence in order to make informed decisions

Course-specific student learning outcomes:

MT2-3 Analyze mechanical and thermodynamic systems.

MT4-3 Utilize industry standards in the analysis of mechanical systems comprised of structural or thermodynamic elements.

Program-specific outcomes

Engineering Competence - Graduates will be competent technicians with problem solving and design skills, and have the ability to apply mathematics, science and modern engineering software to solve mechanical engineering technology problems.

Other program outcomes (if applicable).

  1. Employ concepts and methods of the natural and physical sciences to make informed judgments

Methods by which student learning will be assessed and evaluated; describe the types of methods to be employed; note whether certain methods are required for all sections:

Student learning will be evaluated by:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes
  • Homework assignments

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Academic honesty is expected of all students. Any violation of academic integrity is taken extremely seriously. All assignments and projects must be the original work of the student or teammates. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Any questions regarding academic integrity should be brought to the attention of the instructor. The following is the Queensborough Community College Policy on Academic Integrity: "It is the official policy of the College that all acts or attempted acts that are violations of Academic Integrity be reported to the Office of Student Affairs. At the faculty member's discretion and with the concurrence of the student or students involved, some cases though reported to the Office of Student Affairs may be resolved within the confines of the course and department. The instructor has the authority to adjust the offender's grade as deemed appropriate, including assigning an F to the assignment or exercise or, in more serious cases, an F to the student for the entire course." Read the University's policy on Academic Integrity opens in a new window(PDF).

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