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    Updated October 24, 2016

    University of California, Riverside


    Department of Mechanical Engineering

    ME 100A Thermodynamics
    Course Information
    Fall Quarter, 2016

    Classes Lecture MW 12:40 pm to 2:00 pm BRNHL B118


    Discussion 1 M 4:10 pm to 5:00 pm SPR 1102
    Discussion 2 W 8:10 am to 9:00 am SPTH 2200
    Discussion 3 F 11:10 am to 12:00 pm CHUNG 143

    Instructor Prof. Chen Li


    chenli@engr.ucr.edu
    A321 Bourns Hall, phone (951) 827-5842
    Office Hours: 2 hours, M/W 2:00 pm to 3:00pm; additional time by appointment.

    Teaching Devin Coleman Amin Momenzadeh


    Assistants dcole008@ucr.edu aghaf001@ucr.edu
    Office hours: 2 hours Office hours: 4 hours
    Check iLearn announcement

    Description ME 100A Thermodynamics, 4 units, Lecture, 3 hours; discussion, 1 hour.


    Prerequisite(s): MATH 010A, ME 018, PHYS 040B.
    Introduces basic concepts and applications of thermodynamics relevant to mechanical
    engineering. Topics include work and energy, the first law of thermodynamics, properties
    of pure substances, system and control volume analysis, the Carnot cycle, heat and
    refrigeration cycles, the second law of thermodynamics, entropy, and reversible and
    irreversible processes. Credit is awarded for only one of CHE 100 or ME 100A.

    Required Text Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics, by M. J. Moran et al., 8th ed., Wiley,
    2014. ISBN 9781118412930
    Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics 8e Binder Ready Version, by M. J. Moran
    et al., 8th ed., Wiley, 2014. ISBN 9781118820445
    Binder Version bundled with Wiley Plus, ISBN 9781119309970
    http://www.wileybookstore.com/UCR/
    http://www.facultybookshelf.org/course/1623

    Early versions of the textbook are OK.


    ~6 library copies are reserved for 2 hours.

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    Course Upon completion of this first course in engineering thermodynamics, students should be
    Objectives able to:
    a) Evaluate the properties of an ideal gas, and be aware of some corrections for non-
    ideal behavior.
    b) Evaluate the properties of pure substances from tabular data.
    c) Identify appropriate control volumes for the analysis of various engineering
    systems such as nozzles, pumps, turbines, and heat exchangers.
    d) Apply the 1st law of thermodynamics (energy) to open and closed systems.
    e) Apply the 2nd law of thermodynamics (entropy) to open and closed systems.
    f) Identify fundamental limits on the efficiency of refrigerators and heat engines.
    g) Analyze the performance of basic cycles, such as the Rankine or Brayton cycle.

    Evaluation Quizzes 30%


    Midterm 30%
    Final 40%

    Homework will be assigned bi-weekly, usually before/after the lectures


    (~8 in total). They will not be turned in or graded. Homework should be
    completed in preparation for the quiz. The solutions will be posted and
    discussed in the discussion sessions.

    We will have quizzes roughly every 1~2 week (~6 in total). The average
    grade from the quizzes will contribute to 30% of the overall grade. The
    worst quiz grade will be dropped.

    The midterm is tentatively scheduled in class for Oct. 31, 1 hour time
    limit

    The final examination is scheduled for Dec. 5, 7:00-10:00 pm

    Raw score will be adjusted using the following formula:


    Adjusted Score = Raw Score + (74-Median of Class Scores)/2.
    No adjustment will be made if the class median score exceeds 74.

    Any serious concerns about grading of the quizzes and midterm exam
    should be addressed to the instructor (not the TAs) within 1 week of
    receiving the grades. Include a brief, written explanation of your concern.
    Re-graded scores may go up, down, or stay the same. I reserve the right to
    re-grade the other problems on the exam as well.

    Absences, Late Lectures: Notes will be posted. Check iLearn for major announcements.
    Work, and
    Make-ups
    Midterm/quizzes: Missing the midterm or a quiz will result in a zero grade for that exam
    unless alternative arrangements are made with the instructor prior to the exam.
    (Exceptions may be made for severe medical or family emergencies.) Makeup exams will
    be oral.

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    Collaboration Collaboration and discussion on the homework is encouraged in this class.


    vs. Academic I strongly recommend that you first attempt every homework problem on your own, and
    Misconduct only then meet with your colleagues to check and improve your work. The best learning
    usually comes after getting stuck on your own.

    Quizzes and exams must be a students own work.

    Academic misconduct is any act that does or could improperly distort student grades or
    other student academic records. (from the UCR Committee on Educational Policy.) Zero
    tolerance policy. Academic misconduct will be penalized and possibly referred to Student
    Judicial Affairs.

    Other Questions are strongly encouraged!


    Expectations
    Silent cell phones.
    Treat your colleagues, instructor, and TAs with respect.
    No food or drinks. (Exception: water.)

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    Tentative schedule for ME100A, Fall 2016


    Mechanical Engineering, UC Riverside
    Month Date Day Lecture Quiz? Topics (Tentative) Reading: Moran
    Sep 26 M L1 Introduction Ch1
    28 W L2 1st Law (Energy) Ch2
    Oct 3 M L3 1st Law (Energy) Ch2
    5 W L4 1st Law (Energy) Ch3
    10 M L5 YES (1) Evaluating properties Ch3
    12 W L6 Evaluating properties Ch3
    17 M L7 YES (2) Evaluating properties Ch3
    19 W L8 Control volume energy analysis Ch4
    24 M L9 YES (3) Control volume energy analysis Ch4
    26 W L10 Control volume energy analysis Ch4
    31 M MIDTERM MIDTERM
    Nov 2 W L11 2nd Law (Entropy) Ch5
    7 M L12 2nd Law (Entropy) Ch5
    9 W L13 YES (4) 2nd Law (Entropy) Ch5
    14 M L14 Using entropy Ch6
    16 W L15 YES (5) Using entropy Ch6
    21 M L16 Using entropy - Cycles Ch6-Ch8
    23 W L17 YES (6) Using entropy - Cycles Ch6-Ch8
    28 M L18 Cycles Ch8-Ch9
    30 W L19 Last day Cycles - REVIEW Ch8-Ch9
    of lecture
    Dec 5 M FINAL

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