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  Course Description
Course Name : Thermodynamics

Course Code : MMD205

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 2

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 3

Name of Lecturer(s) : Assoc.Prof.Dr. MEHMET YILDIRIM

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Understands basic thermodynamic theories for engineering.
Understands the basic approaches and applications on extractive metallurgy and chemical thermodynamic subjects.

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : To provide basic knowledge on fundamental thermodynamic theories releated with mineral processing, pyrometallurgy and hydrometallurgy

Course Contents : Basic thermodynamic knowledge (work and energy-energy units, temperature, pressure, units and conversions) The zeroth and first law of thermodynamic (Enthalpy, temperature of compostion, heat, heat capacity and solution of examples) The second law of thermodynamic and entropy (spontaneous, irreversible and reversible processes) Behaviour of gases (ideal gas equation, mixture of gases and solution of example) Ideal and non-ideal solutions Gibbs free energy and chemical reactions (Gibbs-Helmholtz eqution, Gibb-Duhem equation and solution of example) Gibbs free energy and chemical reactions (calculation of free energy for chemical reactions) Gibbs free energy and chemical reactions (Free energy (G) - Temperature (T) diagrams- Ellingham diagram, Nernest eqution and Pourbaix diagram) Reaction kinetics and temperature (Arrhenius equation) Reaction kinetics and temperature (Calculation of activation energy, effect of temperature and solution of example) Reaction period (effects of surface area and catalysis, concentration-time curve) Electrochemistry (electrolysis cell dynamic) Electrochemistry (electrolysis and soltuion of example)

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Classrooms and laboratories of the department


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Basic thermodynamic concepts (work and energy-energy units, temperature, pressure, units and conversions) Literature research Lectures
2 The zeroth and first law of thermodynamic (Enthalpy, temperature of compostion, heat, heat capacity and solution of examples) Literature research Lectures
3 The second law of thermodynamic and entropy (spontaneous, irreversible and reversible processes) Literature research Lectures
4 Behaviour of gases (ideal gas equation, mixture of gases and solution of example) I Literature research Lectures
5 Ideal and non-ideal solutions Literature research Lectures
6 Gibbs free energy and chemical reactions (Gibbs-Helmholtz eqution, Gibb-Duhem equation and solution of example) Literature research Lectures
7 Gibbs free energy and chemical reactions (calculation of free energy for chemical reactions) Literature research Lectures
8 First exam
9 Gibbs free energy and chemical reactions (Free energy (G) - Temperature (T) diagrams- Ellingham diagram, Literature research Lectures
10 Reaction kinetics and temperature (Arrhenius equation) Literature research Lectures
11 Reaction kinetics and temperature (Calculation of activation energy, effect of temperature and solution of example) Literature research Lectures
12 Reaction period (effects of surface area and catalysis, concentration-time curve) Literature research Lectures
13 Electrochemistry (electrolysis cell dynamic) Literature research Lectures
14 Electrochemistry (electrolysis and soltuion of example) Literature research Lectures
15 Final exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)
Required Course Material(s)  Fizikokimya, Doç. Dr. Çetin GÜLER, Ege Üniversitesi Makina Fakültesi, Izmir, 1981 (in Turkish)
 Pyscial Chemistry, Walter J. Moore, 1972, Longman Group Limited
 Chemical Metallurgy, J. J. Moore, 1981, Butterworth&Co (Publishers) Ltd
 Thermodynamics, An Engineering Approach, 1989, McGraw-Hill Book Company
 Metallurgical-Thermochemistry, O. Kubaschewski, C.B. Alcock, 1979, Pergamon Pres
 Handbook on Material and Energy Balance Calculations in Metallurgical Processes, H. Alan Fine, Gordon H. Geiger, A Publication of TMS (Mineral, Metals, Materials)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 90
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 2 10
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Students gain adequate knowledge about the engineering fields in the branches of mathematics, physical sciences or their own branches 4
2 Students follow the current developments in their fields with a recognition of the need for lifelong learning and constantly improve themselves 2
3 Students use the theoretical and practical knowledge in mathematics, physical sciences and their fields for engineering solutions 4
4 Students choose and use the appropriate analytical mehtods and modelling techniques to identify, formulate, and solve the engineering problems 4
5 Students design and carry out experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret the results. 5
6 Students gain the capacity to analyze a system, a component, and desing the process under realistic constraints to meet the desired requirements; and the ability to apply the methods of modern design accordingly 4
7 Students choose and use the modern technical tools necessary for engineering practice. 3
8 Students gain the ability to work effectively both as an individual and in multi-disciplinary teams. 1
9 Students use the resources of information and databases for the purpose of doing research and accesing information. 2
10 Students follow the scientific and technological developments in recognition of the need for lifelong learning, and continuously keep their knowledge up to date. 2
11 Students use the information and communication technologies together with the computer software at the level required by the European Computer Driving Licence. 1
12 Students use a foreign language according to the general level of European Language Portfolio B1 to communicate effectively in oral and written form. 1
13 Students gain the ability to communicate using technical drawing. 1
14 Students become informed of professional and ethical responsibility. 2
15 Students develop an awareness as regards project management, workplace practices, employee health, environmental and occupational safety; and the legal implications of engineering applications. 1
16 Students develop an awareness of the universal and social effects of engineering solutions and applications, the entrepreneurship and innovation subjects and gain knowledge of contemporary issues 3
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 13 2 26
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 13 2 26
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 2 2 4
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 8 8
    Final Exam 1 10 10
Total Workload: 74
Total Workload / 25 (h): 2.96
ECTS Credit: 3