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Heat Transfer Applications (506H3)

Heat Transfer Applications

Module 506H3

Module details for 2024/25.

15 credits

FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)

Module Outline

Through this module students will be introduced to advanced topics related to heat transfer. Students will learn how to apply this theory to the design of key engineering components that are relevant to a range of technologies. Topics covered include heat transfer due to convection, heat transfer due to phase change (i.e., boiling and condensation), heat exchangers and measurement techniques. These topics will be explored within the context of sustainable energy technologies including power cycles, heat pumps and refrigeration systems.

Module covers the following AHEP4 learning outcomes: M1, M2, M3, M5, M7, M12, M16

Library

Essential Heat Transfer, C. A. Long (1999), Longman
Heat Transfer, A. Bejan (1993), Wiley
Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer, F. P. Incropera and D. P. DeWitt. (2002), Wiley
Heat Transfer C.A. Long and A. I. Sayma (2009) www.bookbone.co.uk, Free to download.

Module learning outcomes

Systematically understand fundamental principles of heat transfer due to convection and phase change using a comprehensive knowledge of relevant mathematics, natural science and engineering principles

Design and analyse heat exchangers for complex engineering systems using a combination of analytical techniques derived from first principles alongside suitable computational techniques

Evaluate and propose original heat transfer solutions based on a consideration of performance and economic factors, whilst evaluating the environmental and societal impact of the proposed designs

Develop a comprehensive understanding of techniques to measure temperature and heat flux within a practical engineering environment

TypeTimingWeighting
Coursework70.00%
Coursework components. Weighted as shown below.
Group written submissionT2 Week 3 14.00%
ReportT2 Week 11 43.00%
Group PresentationT2 Week 10 (20 minutes)43.00%
Coursework30.00%
Coursework components. Weighted as shown below.
ReportT2 Week 7 100.00%
Timing

Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.

Weighting

Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.

TermMethodDurationWeek pattern
Spring SemesterLecture3 hours11111111111
Spring SemesterSeminar1 hour11111111111
Spring SemesterLaboratory3 hours00055000000

How to read the week pattern

The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.

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