The course aims to provide the basic knowledge necessary to understand the main applications of applied physics which are relevant for the design of small pleasure yacht. After the introduction to the principles of the thermodynamics applied to energy systems, the study of direct and inverse thermodynamic cycles, the heat transfer and the main problems related to thermoigrometric comfort and environmental air conditioning is addressed; finally, the fundamentals of energetics are presented.
Educational objectives
Through the course contents, the student is able to analyze and solve simple problems in different fields of applied physics: applied thermodynamics, heat transfer, environmental comfort and air conditioning, with particular reference to applications relating to mechanical engineering.
The lessons and activities are aimed simultaneously at
Learning outcomes
At the end of the course students will have to
In addition, as a desirable more advanced result, students will also acquire an awareness of the subject to be able to
To effectively tackle the content of this course, the following basic mathematical knowledge is required:
Additionally, a solid understanding of the following mathematical analysis topics is desirable for a critical comprehension of the treated physical phenomena:
Furthermore, a fundamental knowledge of general physics, with particular reference to the main topics in mechanics, is essential:
In order to solve simple numerical problems, proficiency in using a scientific calculator
The course is conducted in the Italian language using predominantly traditional teaching methods, alternating between lectures and numerical exercises. Some topics are taught using the teaching methods prescribed by TBL (Team Based Learning), a pedagogical strategy based on independent study and collaborative learning. Before each lesson, instructional materials are assigned for self-study, and in-class activities, both individual and group-based, are then conducted to apply and assess the acquired knowledge. These activities include multiple-choice tests with immediate feedback, to be solved individually or in groups, as well as practical problems to be analyzed and solved, including numerical calculations. All individual and group activities are subject to evaluation.
General knowledge of mechanical quantities and their relative units is an essential prerequisite to the study of physical phenomena: in fact, they are recalled in the introductory part of the course. Then, the course addresses the main topics of technical thermodynamics, hinting at the analysis of thermodynamic systems and energy transfer that characterize them. Afterwards the course deals with the study of the main heat transfer mechanisms: conduction, convection and thermal radiation. Finally, the basics of thermohygrometry are introduced, aimed at analyzing the conditions of environmental comfort and preliminary to the study of air conditioning systems. Finally, the fundamentals of energetics are presented.
Bergero S., Chiari A., Appunti di termodinamica, Aracne editrice, 2007. Bergero S., Chiari A., Appunti di trasmissione del calore, Aracne editrice, 2012. Bergero S., Chiari A., Appunti di termoigrometria e impianti, Aracne editrice, 2015. Bergero S., Cavalletti P., Chiari A., Problemi di Fisica Tecnica, Dario Flaccovio, 2014
G. Guglielmini e C. Pisoni, Elementi di Trasmissione del Calore, Ed.Veschi, 1990 G. Guglielmini, E. Nannei e C. Pisoni, Problemi di Termodinamica Tecnica e Trasmissione del Calore, Ed. Ecig, 1985
All books are available in the library; they can be easily purchased on the main websites and are also available in electronic format.
In the AulaWeb of the course, the additional teaching materials, the complete reference bibliography, proposed and solved exercises, texts of exams, are made available to students.
Ricevimento: By appointment.
MATTIA DE ROSA (President)
FRANCESCO DEVIA
ANNA CHIARI (President Substitute)
GUGLIELMO LOMONACO (President Substitute)
ANNALISA MARCHITTO (Substitute)
GIOVANNI TANDA (Substitute)
The exam consists of a written test and an oral exam covering the entire course syllabus.
The written test focuses on solving numerical problems related to the main topics covered. The oral exam is aimed at assessing theoretical knowledge of these topics, particularly the critical understanding of the issues addressed.
Only the dates for the written tests are listed in the official calendar. The date of the oral exam is communicated at the end of the written test (usually in the week following the written test).
Access to the oral exam is granted only after passing the written test. If the oral exam is not passed, the written test is no longer considered valid.
During the written test, only the use of a calculator, tables provided at the beginning of the course, and a formula sheet created by the student (one double-sided A4 sheet) containing difficult-to-memorize formulas is allowed (worked exercises are not permitted). The use of books and notes is not allowed.
The exam consists of two parts:
During the written test, only the use of a calculator, tables provided at the start of the course, and a formula sheet is allowed. The use of books and notes is not permitted.
FINAL GRADE
The final grade consists of the arithmetic average of both the wirtten test and oral exam. For all assessments, the evaluation method takes into account the specified learning outcomes.
All the information regarding the course (student office hours, teacher's communications, teaching materials, etc.) can be found and regularly updated on AulaWeb.
