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What You'll Learn
01 Introduction to Thermodynamics 3 topics
1 Fundamental Concepts and Definitions
- System, Surroundings, and Boundaries
- Extensive and Intensive Properties
- State and Equilibrium
- Processes and Cycles
2 Units and Dimensions
- SI Units and Conversions
- Dimensional Homogeneity
3 Historical Development of Thermodynamics
- Evolution of Thermodynamic Principles
- Key Contributors and Their Work
02 First Law of Thermodynamics 5 topics
1 Energy Concepts
- Forms of Energy
- Energy Transfer
- Internal Energy
2 Work
- Expansion/Compression Work
- Shaft Work
- Flow Work
- Electrical Work
3 Heat
- Heat Transfer Mechanisms
- Heat Capacity
4 First Law for Closed Systems
- Mathematical Formulation
- Energy Balance Equations
- Applications to Various Processes
5 First Law for Open Systems
- Steady-State Flow Processes
- Transient Processes
- Enthalpy and Its Applications
03 Volumetric Properties of Pure Fluids 5 topics
1 Ideal Gas Law
- Derivation and Limitations
- Applications in Engineering
2 Real Gas Behavior
- Compressibility Factor
- Virial Equations of State
3 Cubic Equations of State
- Van der Waals Equation
- Redlich-Kwong Equation
- Soave-Redlich-Kwong Equation
- Peng-Robinson Equation
4 Generalized Correlations
- Law of Corresponding States
- Compressibility Charts
- Reduced Properties
5 Critical Phenomena
- Critical Point Properties
- Phase Behavior Near Critical Point
04 Heat Effects 5 topics
1 Sensible Heat
- Temperature Dependence of Heat Capacity
- Mean Heat Capacity
2 Latent Heat
- Phase Change Enthalpies
- Clausius-Clapeyron Equation
3 Heat of Reaction
- Standard Heat of Formation
- Standard Heat of Combustion
- Hess's Law
4 Temperature Dependence of Heat of Reaction
- Kirchhoff's Equation
- Heat Capacity Correlations
5 Heat Effects in Industrial Processes
- Reactor Design Considerations
- Heat Exchangers
05 Second Law of Thermodynamics 5 topics
1 Directionality of Processes
- Spontaneous and Non-spontaneous Processes
- Reversible and Irreversible Processes
2 Heat Engines
- Thermal Efficiency
- Carnot Cycle and Carnot Efficiency
3 Entropy
- Definition and Physical Interpretation
- Entropy Changes in Various Processes
- Entropy Balance
4 Second Law Formulations
- Kelvin-Planck Statement
- Clausius Statement
- Entropy Statement
5 Entropy Generation
- Sources of Irreversibility
- Calculation Methods
- Minimization Strategies
06 Third Law of Thermodynamics and Absolute Entropy 4 topics
1 Third Law Statement
- Nernst Heat Theorem
- Unattainability of Absolute Zero
2 Absolute Entropy
- Definition and Significance
- Standard Entropy Values
3 Statistical Interpretation of Entropy
- Boltzmann's Equation
- Microscopic States and Probability
4 Applications in Chemical Engineering
- Entropy Changes in Chemical Reactions
- Process Analysis
07 Thermodynamic Properties of Fluids 4 topics
1 Fundamental Property Relations
- Maxwell Relations
- Bridgman Tables
2 Property Estimation Methods
- Departure Functions
- Residual Properties
- Excess Properties
3 Fugacity and Fugacity Coefficient
- Definition and Physical Significance
- Calculation Methods
- Applications
4 Thermodynamic Diagrams
- P-V-T Surfaces
- P-H Diagrams
- T-S Diagrams
- Mollier Diagrams
08 Phase Equilibria: Pure Components 5 topics
1 Phase Rule
- Degrees of Freedom
- Applications
2 Phase Transitions
- Vapor-Liquid Equilibrium
- Solid-Liquid Equilibrium
- Solid-Vapor Equilibrium
3 Phase Diagrams
- Pressure-Temperature Diagrams
- Unary Systems
- Triple Point
4 Chemical Potential
- Definition and Significance
- Calculation and Applications
5 Stability Criteria
- Thermodynamic Stability
- Metastable States
09 Solution Thermodynamics: Theory 5 topics
1 Partial Molar Properties
- Definition and Physical Interpretation
- Calculation Methods
- Gibbs-Duhem Equation
2 Ideal Solutions
- Properties and Characteristics
- Raoult's Law
- Henry's Law
3 Non-ideal Solutions
- Activity and Activity Coefficients
- Excess Properties
- Reference States
4 Polymer Solutions
- Flory-Huggins Theory
- Solubility Parameters
5 Colligative Properties
- Boiling Point Elevation
- Freezing Point Depression
- Osmotic Pressure
10 Solution Thermodynamics: Applications 4 topics
1 Vapor-Liquid Equilibrium (VLE)
- Modified Raoult's Law
- Bubble Point and Dew Point Calculations
- Flash Calculations
2 Liquid-Liquid Equilibrium (LLE)
- Partially Miscible Systems
- Tie Lines and Binodal Curves
- Phase Splitting Calculations
3 Solid-Liquid Equilibrium (SLE)
- Eutectic Systems
- Solid Solutions
- Solubility Calculations
4 Activity Coefficient Models
- Margules Equation
- Van Laar Equation
- Wilson Equation
- NRTL (Non-Random Two-Liquid) Model
- UNIQUAC (Universal Quasi-Chemical)
- UNIFAC (UNIQUAC Functional-group Activity Coefficients)
11 Chemical Reaction Equilibria 5 topics
1 Reaction Coordinate
- Extent of Reaction
- Equilibrium Criteria
2 Equilibrium Constant
- Standard Gibbs Energy Change
- Temperature Dependence (van't Hoff Equation)
- Pressure Dependence
3 Equilibrium Conversion
- Single Reactions
- Multiple Reactions
- Calculation Methods
4 Heterogeneous Reaction Equilibria
- Gas-Solid Reactions
- Phase Distribution at Equilibrium
5 Effect of Operating Conditions
- Le Chatelier's Principle
- Optimization of Reactor Conditions
12 Thermodynamic Analysis of Processes 4 topics
1 Availability and Exergy
- Definitions and Physical Significance
- Exergy Balance
- Second Law Efficiency
2 Thermodynamic Cycles
- Power Cycles (Rankine, Brayton, Combined Cycles)
- Refrigeration Cycles
- Heat Pump Cycles
3 Process Integration
- Pinch Analysis
- Heat Exchanger Networks
- Energy Recovery Systems
4 Energy Minimization
- Theoretical Minimum Energy Requirements
- Practical Considerations
- Case Studies
13 Non-equilibrium Thermodynamics 4 topics
1 Thermodynamic Forces and Fluxes
- Linear Relationships
- Onsager Reciprocal Relations
2 Coupled Processes
- Thermoelectric Effects
- Membrane Transport
- Diffusion
3 Irreversible Processes
- Entropy Production
- Minimum Entropy Production Principle
4 Applications in Chemical Engineering
- Transport Phenomena
- Reaction Engineering
- Separation Processes
14 Statistical Thermodynamics 4 topics
1 Molecular Basis of Thermodynamics
- Energy Distribution
- Partition Functions
2 Ensemble Theory
- Microcanonical Ensemble
- Canonical Ensemble
- Grand Canonical Ensemble
3 Calculation of Thermodynamic Properties
- Internal Energy
- Entropy
- Free Energy
4 Molecular Simulation Methods
- Monte Carlo Techniques
- Molecular Dynamics
- Applications in Chemical Engineering
15 Thermodynamics of Biological Systems 4 topics
1 Bioenergetics
- ATP and Energy Currency
- Metabolic Pathways
2 Membrane Thermodynamics
- Transport Across Membranes
- Osmotic Equilibria
3 Protein Folding
- Free Energy Landscapes
- Hydrophobic Interactions
4 Enzyme Kinetics and Thermodynamics
- Activation Energy
- Gibbs Energy Diagrams
- Temperature Effects
16 Modern Applications and Frontiers 4 topics
1 Thermodynamics of Nanomaterials
- Size Effects
- Surface Energy
- Nanostructured Materials
2 Sustainable Energy Systems
- Renewable Energy Thermodynamics
- Fuel Cells
- Energy Storage
3 Computational Thermodynamics
- Equation of State Development
- Property Prediction
- Machine Learning Applications
4 Complex Systems
- Self-Assembly
- Pattern Formation
- Non-Linear Thermodynamics
17 Appendices 3 topics
1 Mathematical Methods
- Partial Differentiation
- Exact and Inexact Differentials
2 Thermodynamic Property Data
- Steam Tables
- Refrigerant Properties
- Critical Constants
3 Conversion Factors and Constants
- Unit Conversions
- Fundamental Constants
- Standard States
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