Fall 2026
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> 031V
Course No: MECH.5491-031V; SIS Class Nbr: 13228; SIS Term: 3610
Course Status: Open
Course Description
The primary objective of this course is to prepare upper-level engineering students to effectively solve problems directly related to the fundamental science and engineering of thermodynamic systems. The course expands upon the first and second laws of thermodynamics. A significant emphasis is placed on the concepts of entropy generation and its transport mechanisms with respect to single-phase, multi-phase, chemically reacting and non-reacting systems. The methods of entropy generation minimization for commonly studied thermodynamic systems are discussed.
Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor
When Offered & Tuition
- Th | 3:30 PM-6:20 PM ET Online
- 2026 Fall: Sep 01 to Dec 19 15-Week (Full-Term)
- Course Level: Graduate
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Tuition: $2550
- Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.
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