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CE2THF: Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer and Fluids Mechanics
Module code: CE2THF
Module provider: School of Construction Management and Engineering, School of Built Environment
Credits: 20
Level: Level 2 (Intermediate)
When you'll be taught: Semester 1
Module convenor: Dr Chuang Wen, email: c.wen@reading.ac.uk
Module co-convenor: Dr Maria Vahdati, email: m.m.vahdati@reading.ac.uk
Pre-requisite module(s):
Co-requisite module(s):
Pre-requisite or Co-requisite module(s):
Module(s) excluded:
Placement information: NA
Academic year: 2024/5
Available to visiting students: No
Talis reading list: No
Last updated: 12 September 2024
Overview
Module aims and purpose
This module introduces the theory and application of thermodynamics and heat transfer in Architectural Engineering and preparing students to the next level of studying energy and environmental systems in the built environment. Students study and explore different forms of heat transfer, the laws of thermodynamics, the concept of entropy, thermodynamic cycles and develop problem-solving skills essential to good engineering practice for analysing heat transfer and using principles of thermodynamics in real-world applications.Â
This module also introduces the fundamental principles of fluid mechanics and apply fluid mechanics concepts to solve real-world engineering problems.Â
Module learning outcomes
By the end of the module, it is expected that students will be able to:Â
- Explain the fundamental principles and laws of thermodynamics and to explore the implications of these principles for studying behaviour of thermal systems,  Â
- Explain the fundamental principles and laws of heat transfer and to explore the implications of these principles for studying behaviour of thermal systems,  Â
- Apply conservation of mass, energy and momentum to fluid flow,Â
- Describe the significance of Reynold's Number to laminar and turbulent flow, derive different forms of Bernoulli's Equation and apply to simple flow situations.Â
Module content
- Heat and work – definitions. Â
- Concept of a thermodynamic system and control volumeÂ
- Laws of thermodynamicsÂ
- Thermodynamic cyclesÂ
- An introduction to irreversibility and availabilityÂ
- Energy balance for closed systems and steady-flow systemsÂ
- Heat transfer mechanisms, conduction, convection and radiationÂ
- Steady heat conductionÂ
- Simultaneous heat transfer mechanismsÂ
- Heat exchangersÂ
- Fluid properties and the concept of pressureÂ
- Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluidsÂ
- Incompressible viscous flowÂ
- The motion of a fluid particle, mass continuity, laminar and turbulent flowÂ
- Momentum equationÂ
- Application fluid mechanics in hydropower and wind turbinesÂ
- Bernoulli's EquationÂ
- Pressure losses in pipes, Reynold's Number, friction factor.  Â
Structure
Teaching and learning methods
The main teaching and learning methods are lectures, tutorials, class discussions and problem solving classes. There will also be non- assessed presentations. Laboratory work will be included to demonstrate some of the thermotical principles.Â
Study hours
At least 34 hours of scheduled teaching and learning activities will be delivered in person, with the remaining hours for scheduled and self-scheduled teaching and learning activities delivered either in person or online. You will receive further details about how these hours will be delivered before the start of the module.
 Scheduled teaching and learning activities |  Semester 1 |  Semester 2 | Ìý³§³Ü³¾³¾±ð°ù |
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Lectures | 15 | ||
Seminars | |||
Tutorials | 12 | ||
Project Supervision | |||
Demonstrations | |||
Practical classes and workshops | 5 | ||
Supervised time in studio / workshop | |||
Scheduled revision sessions | 2 | ||
Feedback meetings with staff | |||
Fieldwork | |||
External visits | |||
Work-based learning | |||
 Self-scheduled teaching and learning activities |  Semester 1 |  Semester 2 | Ìý³§³Ü³¾³¾±ð°ù |
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Directed viewing of video materials/screencasts | |||
Participation in discussion boards/other discussions | |||
Feedback meetings with staff | |||
Other | |||
Other (details) | |||
 Placement and study abroad |  Semester 1 |  Semester 2 | Ìý³§³Ü³¾³¾±ð°ù |
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Placement | |||
Study abroad | |||
 Independent study hours |  Semester 1 |  Semester 2 | Ìý³§³Ü³¾³¾±ð°ù |
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Independent study hours | 166 |
Please note the independent study hours above are notional numbers of hours; each student will approach studying in different ways. We would advise you to reflect on your learning and the number of hours you are allocating to these tasks.
Semester 1 The hours in this column may include hours during the Christmas holiday period.
Semester 2 The hours in this column may include hours during the Easter holiday period.
Summer The hours in this column will take place during the summer holidays and may be at the start and/or end of the module.
Assessment
Requirements for a pass
Students need to achieve an overall module mark of 40% to pass this module.
Summative assessment
Type of assessment | Detail of assessment | % contribution towards module mark | Size of assessment | Submission date | Additional information |
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In-person written examination | Exam | 80 | 2.5 hours | Semester 1 Assessment Period | |
Written coursework assignment | ¸é±ð±è´Ç°ù³Ù£ | 20 |
Penalties for late submission of summative assessment
The Support Centres will apply the following penalties for work submitted late:
Assessments with numerical marks
- where the piece of work is submitted after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): 10% of the total marks available for that piece of work will be deducted from the mark for each working day (or part thereof) following the deadline up to a total of three working days;
- the mark awarded due to the imposition of the penalty shall not fall below the threshold pass mark, namely 40% in the case of modules at Levels 4-6 (i.e. undergraduate modules for Parts 1-3) and 50% in the case of Level 7 modules offered as part of an Integrated Masters or taught postgraduate degree programme;
- where the piece of work is awarded a mark below the threshold pass mark prior to any penalty being imposed, and is submitted up to three working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline), no penalty shall be imposed;
- where the piece of work is submitted more than three working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): a mark of zero will be recorded.
Assessments marked Pass/Fail
- where the piece of work is submitted within three working days of the deadline (or any formally agreed extension of the deadline): no penalty will be applied;
- where the piece of work is submitted more than three working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension of the deadline): a grade of Fail will be awarded.
The University policy statement on penalties for late submission can be found at: /cqsd/-/media/project/functions/cqsd/documents/qap/penaltiesforlatesubmission.pdf
You are strongly advised to ensure that coursework is submitted by the relevant deadline. You should note that it is advisable to submit work in an unfinished state rather than to fail to submit any work.
Formative assessment
Formative assessment is any task or activity which creates feedback (or feedforward) for you about your learning, but which does not contribute towards your overall module mark.
Reassessment
Type of reassessment | Detail of reassessment | % contribution towards module mark | Size of reassessment | Submission date | Additional information |
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In-person written examination | Exam | 100 | 2.5 hours | Resit period |
Additional costs
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Computers and devices with a particular specification | ||
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Specialist equipment or materials | ||
Specialist clothing, footwear, or headgear | ||
Printing and binding | ||
Travel, accommodation, and subsistence |
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MODULE DESCRIPTION DOES NOT FORM ANY PART OF A STUDENT'S CONTRACT.