HNC Process Engineering by Flexible Open Learning modules
Engineering Thermodynamics
Other modules on this course
Core modules
Specialist modules
- Application of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- Business Management Techniques
- Control Systems and Automation
- Distributed Control Systems
- Engineering Applications
- Engineering Design
- Engineering Thermodynamics
- Fluid Mechanics
- Heat Transfer and Combustion
- Instrumentation and Control Principles
- Materials Engineering
- Measurement of Process Variables
- Plant Services
Modules offered may vary.
The aim of this module is to introduce you to the principles and laws of thermodynamics and their application to engineering thermodynamic systems. It covers system definition, the first and second laws of thermodynamics, heat engine cycles, the measurement of engine performance and the layout and performance of steam plant.