OVERVIEW

The course is composed of two parts.

The module "Applied physics" includes thermodynamics and heat transfer, whose knowledges are mandatory for a student in industrial engineering. Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer are treated according to a practical point of view, with reference to engineering applications, such as production and conversion of energy systems.

The module "Energy systems" provides students with technical and methodological instruments for analysis of energy systems. The module also includes contents on systems based on renewable sources.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The module "Applied physics" is aimed at providing basic knowledge of applied thermodynamics and heat transfer, with specific attention to cycles, thermal plants, thermo-fluids, humid air, heat transfer foundations. Theory will be integrated by practical examples.

The module "Energy systems" regards plants for electricity production. The topics will be accompanied by calculation examples with the aim of enabling the student to solve a wide variety of problems related to these systems.

PREREQUISITES

Although no specific prerequisites are present, the course will use basic concepts of Mathematical Analysis and Physics.

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

The exam of the module "Applied physics" is an oral test (a written test is optional).

The exam of the module "Energy systems" is an oral test.

See the parts related to the two modules for more details.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

For the module "Applied physics" the official oral exam typically includes one or two questions, plus a preliminary exercise (similar to those done in class during practice sessions) to be completed on the blackboard. However, it is possible to do a written test plus an oral one.

For the module "Energy systems" the exam will be carried out with oral questions that can be supported by writing (on the blackboard or a paper sheet).

See the parts related to the two modules for more details.