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Thermal-Fluids Engineering: Thermodynamics & Hydrostatics
Explore core principles of heat, energy, and fluid behavior through hands-on learning of thermodynamic laws and fluid mechanics concepts.
Explore core principles of heat, energy, and fluid behavior through hands-on learning of thermodynamic laws and fluid mechanics concepts.
Dive into the world of thermal-fluids engineering with this comprehensive MIT course. Explore the intricate relationship between thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics as applied to real-world systems. Focus on the foundational principles of thermodynamics and hydrostatics, covering topics such as the laws of thermodynamics, entropy, ideal gas models, thermodynamic cycles, and fluid statics. Gain practical insights into applications ranging from computer cooling to energy conversion plants and transportation systems. This course provides a solid foundation for understanding and designing complex thermal-fluid systems, essential for various engineering disciplines.
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What you'll learn
Understand and apply the first and second laws of thermodynamics to closed systems
Analyze the concept of entropy and its implications in engineering systems
Apply the ideal gas model to solve engineering problems
Evaluate and analyze thermodynamic cycles for various applications
Understand the principles of hydrostatics and rigid body motion of fluids
Integrate concepts from thermodynamics and fluid mechanics to analyze thermal-fluid systems
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to thermal-fluids engineering, focusing on the fundamental principles of thermodynamics and hydrostatics. It covers key topics such as the first and second laws of thermodynamics, entropy and its impact on engineering systems, the ideal gas model, thermodynamic cycles, and hydrostatics including rigid body motion of fluids. The course emphasizes an integrated approach to understanding thermal-fluid systems, combining aspects of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics. This synthesized approach enables students to grasp the complexities of real-life thermal-fluid systems and enhances their ability to design such systems effectively. The curriculum is based on MIT's core undergraduate course for Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering students, making it highly relevant for engineering students and professionals worldwide.
Basic Principles of Energy and the First Law of Thermodynamics
Module 1
Entropy and the Second Law of Thermodynamics
Module 2
The Ideal Gas Model and Idealized Devices
Module 3
Thermodynamic Analysis of Cycles
Module 4
Hydrostatics and Rigid Body Motion of a Fluid
Module 5
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Pioneer in Learning Engineering and Digital Manufacturing Education
Dr. John Liu is a distinguished educator and researcher at MIT, where he leads the Learning Engineering and Practice (LEAP) Group as Principal Investigator. After earning his B.S. in Applied Physics from Caltech and both S.M. and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from MIT, he has established himself as an innovator in engineering education and digital learning. His work spans multiple disciplines, including mixed reality, haptic experiences, and workforce development solutions, particularly focusing on addressing the manufacturing skills gap. As former Director of the Principles of Manufacturing MicroMasters program, he has helped transform manufacturing education through digital technology, reaching over 200,000 learners globally. His research interests encompass educational technology, MOOC development, and curriculum design, with particular emphasis on open-ended assessments for scalable education settings. His excellence in education has been recognized through awards including Best Paper at the American Society Engineering Education in 2020. Currently, he leads education and workforce development efforts for MIT's Manufacturing@MIT initiative while continuing to innovate in digital learning approaches.
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Engineering Educator and Bacterial Dynamics Researcher
Dr. Rachel Mok is an Instructor in MIT's Department of Mechanical Engineering, bringing a strong academic background and passion for engineering education. After graduating with highest distinction (top 3% of class) with a BSME from Purdue University Northwest in 2011, she completed both her M.S. (2013) and Ph.D. (2019) in Mechanical Engineering at MIT. Her doctoral research focused on the theory and simulation of bacterial dynamics. Her teaching experience began as a graduate teaching assistant for thermal-fluid engineering (Course 2.005), where she discovered her enthusiasm for education. She has industry experience from three summer internships at Northrop Grumman, where she worked on product design and structural analysis using finite element methods. Currently, she develops online courses and educational tools to demonstrate engineering principles, combining her technical expertise with innovative teaching methods. Her commitment to education is evident in her focus on creating engaging learning experiences that make complex engineering concepts accessible to students.
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