Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Thermodynamics ZFZ209 Turkish Compulsory 3. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 4.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator
Instructor(s)
Goals Teaching the knowledge that will form the basis of Thermodynamics topics in Biosystem Engineering
Course Content Preliminaries Related to Thermodynamics and Thermodynamics Heat and heat sources, Heat transition Heat conduction, Heat transfer, Heat radiation Energy, First Law of Thermodynamics, Internal Energy and Enthalpy The First Law of Thermodynamics in Open Systems, The Inner Energy of Ideal Gases Change in Constant Temperature Second Law of Thermodynamics Cycles of Internal Combustion Engines, Two and Four Time Internal Explosion (Otto) Engines Cycles, cycles of two and four time internal combustion (diesel) engines Pure Substance and Thermodynamics of Pure Madden Pure Maddenin Status Changes Carnot cycle for power cycle High steam Rankine cycle.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 The individual/entity acquires foundational concepts pertaining to thermodynamics.
2 The individual/entity acquires foundational concepts related to Heat and Energy.
3 The individual/entity comprehends the Laws of Thermodynamics.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to thermodynamics, Interview Presentation (Preparation)
2. Week Basic concepts of thermodynamics, units, international system of units (SI) Presentation (Preparation) Interview
3. Week Pure substances and gases, enthalpy, ideal gas laws, Avogadro's Law, Boyle-Moritte's Law, Charles-GayLussac's Law, Amagat's Law, Dalton's Law, Ideal gas equation of state Presentation (Preparation) Interview
4. Week Energy, Types of Energy, Zeroth and First Law of Thermodynamics Presentation (Preparation) Interview
5. Week Potential energy, kinetic energy, internal energy, enthalpy, sensible energy, latent energy, chemical energy, nuclear energy, mechanical energy Presentation (Preparation) Interview
6. Week Business concept, mechanical work, spindle work, electrical work, spring work Interview Presentation (Preparation)
7. Week Energy balance in closed systems, first law of thermodynamics, First Law analyzes in closed systems Presentation (Preparation) Interview
8. Week Energy balance in closed systems, first law of thermodynamics, First Law analyzes in closed systems Presentation (Preparation) Interview
9. Week First Law analyzes of open systems Presentation (Preparation) Interview
10. Week Heat transfer , deat transfer by conduction, heat transfer by convection, heat transfer by radiation Interview Presentation (Preparation)
11. Week Principle of conservation of energy Presentation (Preparation) Interview
12. Week Energy conversion efficiencies Presentation (Preparation) Interview
13. Week II of thermodynamics. law and Carnot cycle Presentation (Preparation) Interview
14. Week Carnot cycle for power cycle, High steam Rankine cycle. Interview Presentation (Preparation)
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Utilizes (or Applies) knowledge of natural sciences and mathematics in developing various processes in their field.
2 Demonstrates adherence (or behaves) to ethical and deontological principles in decision-making and implementation processes.
3 Utilizes (or Applies) scientific and technological developments in the applications within their field.
4 Integrates (or Combines) fundamental engineering knowledge with technical tools to solve engineering problems in their field using an analytical approach.
5 Designs all technical systems, system components, and production processes relevant to their field.
6 Implements (or Applies) plant and animal production processes in accordance with scientific and technical principles.
7 Utilizes (or Employs) data-driven core technologies in agricultural production processes.
8 Applies (or Implements) sustainability principles and approaches to agricultural processes.
9 Utilizes (or Applies) managerial and institutional knowledge related to agriculture, while considering (or observing) global and local developments.
10 Manages soil and water resources and agricultural waste sustainably by integrating scientifically based irrigation, drainage, and soil conservation systems with precision agriculture and digital water management technologies.
12 Develops functional and environmentally sensitive (or sustainable) solutions in the design of agricultural structures (such as greenhouses, barns, and pens) by utilizing modern engineering and construction technologies.
13 Analyzes energy efficiency for agriculture and develops effective systems by integrating biofuel production and other sustainable energy sources
14 Analyzes precision agriculture data (such as satellite imagery, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and handheld radiometers) to develop and implement systems that optimize resource management.
15 Executes entrepreneurial projects developed based on legal and ethical boundaries by following current developments, manages them through interdisciplinary collaboration, and transfers the acquired knowledge to stakeholders.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3
PY1 5 5 5
PY2 1 1 1
PY3 1 1 1
PY4 2 2 2
PY5 1 1 1
PY6 1 1 1
PY7 1 1 1
PY8 1 1 1
PY9 1 1 1
PY10 1 1 1
PY12 1 1 1
PY13 5 5 5
PY14 1 1 1
PY15 1 1 1
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • K. Alibaş, Termodinamik I, Uludağ Üniversitesi Ziraat Fakültesi Yayını No:68, Bursa, 2010.
  • K. Alibaş, Termodinamik II, Uludağ Üniversitesi Ziraat Fakültesi Yayını No: 69, Bursa, 2010.
  • J.V.W. Gordon, R.E. Sonntag, Fundamentals of Classical Thermodynamic. J. Wiley and Sons İnc., 1976.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 3 42
Ders Dışı
Research 14 4 56
Other Activities 2 1 2
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 102
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 4.0