MET 330Thermodynamics
Introduction for technologists to the basic concepts and applications of thermodynamics. MET 330 Thermodynamics (3)This course is designed as the first thermal sciences course in a series of three. Students are introduced to the basic thermodynamic units and concepts, the properties of pure substances, first law of thermodynamics for open and closed systems, second law of thermodynamics, ideal cycles, performance and efficiency, entropy, power and refrigeration cycles. Evaluation is based on homework assignments, quizzes and examinations. Students need a background that includes inorganic chemistry and calculus to succeed in this course.
Prerequisites
From the catalog: “PHYS 250 or PHYS 211 or PHYS 150 Enforced Concurrent at Enrollment: CHEM 110 and ( MATH 83 or MATH 140 )”
Where it sits in degree plans
Suggested plans most often put it in Year 3 · Spring (1 program).
Required in (1)
- Mechanical Engineering Technology, B.S. (Behrend)
One of the options in (2)
- Interdisciplinary Business with Engineering Studies, B.S. (Behrend)
- Interdisciplinary Business with Engineering Studies, B.S. (Berks)