• Level of Education

    One year of college

  • ECTS

    5 credits

  • Training Structure

    College of Sciences

  • Number of hours

    54h

Description

After reviewing classical mechanics, we will discuss the fundamental quantities of thermodynamics: elementary work, macroscopic work...
The distinction between heat and temperature will be explained in detail.
The concept of pressure will be explained from a macroscopic perspective, while also providing its microscopic interpretation.
Next, using a historical approach, we will show how the first and second laws of thermodynamics came to be formulated.

From there, we will look at various applications: cycles, ideal and real gases, etc.

With the introduction of phase changes, examples (critical point) will be discussed.
We will conclude with thermal phenomena: primarily diffusion. Depending on the time remaining, concepts related to radiation will be discussed.

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Class Hours

  • Thermodynamics 1 - LectureLecture22.5 hours
  • Thermodynamics 1 - TutorialTutorials22.5 hours