Introduction to Thermal-Fluid Systems

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This course covers the fundamental principles of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid flow as applied to engineering systems. It provides a foundation in fundamental thermodynamic phenomena, including the first and second laws of thermodynamics for closed systems, thermodynamic properties, and equations of state in ideal gases and incompressible fluids. Topics in heat transfer include conduction, convection, and resistance networks, with an emphasis on thermal modeling. Topics in fluid flow include pipe flow networks, inviscid flows, and basic aerodynamics. Students will predict the behavior of engineered systems, design kites that fly, and develop curiosity about thermal-fluid phenomena in everyday life.