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 Agricultura lEngineering
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, Presentation (Preparation), Interview
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 Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
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 Presentation (Preparation), Interview
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 Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
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 Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
13. Week II of thermodynamics. law and Carnot cycle Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
14. Week Carnot cycle for power cycle, High steam Rankine cycle. Presentation (Preparation), Interview
*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 Uses knowledge of natural sciences and mathematics to develop various processes in the field.
2 Demonstrates behavior in line with ethical and deontological principles in decision-making and implementation processes.
3 Applies scientific and technological developments in practices within the field.
4 Integrates basic engineering knowledge with technical tools to solve engineering problems in the field using an analytical approach.
5 Designs all technical systems, system components, and production processes related to the field.
6 Applies plant and animal production processes in accordance with scientific and technical principles.
7 Uses data-oriented basic technologies of the agricultural sector in production processes.
8 Applies sustainability principles and approaches to agricultural processes.
9 Uses managerial and institutional knowledge for agriculture, taking into account global and local developments.
10 Manages the cultivation, breeding, and adaptation processes of field crops and applies sustainable agricultural principles considering biodiversity and ecological balance.
11 Manages seed standards effectively in accordance with legislation.
12 Diagnoses yield and quality problems in field crops and develops effective solutions.
13 Develops innovative decision support systems based on scientific evidence using land-based digital agriculture technologies in field farming.
14 Manages field crop production with sustainable and entrepreneurial business models in line with legal and ethical responsibilities, global policies, and market dynamics.
15 Uses effective communication and leadership skills to carry out multifaceted agricultural projects, including extension activities for farmers.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3
PY1 5 5 5
PY2 5 5 5
PY3 4 4 4
PY4 5 5 5
PY5 5 5 5
PY6 4 4 4
PY7 4 4 4
PY8 4 4 4
PY9 5 5 5
PY10 0 0 0
PY11 0 0 0
PY12 0 0 0
PY13 0 0 0
PY14 0 0 0
PY15 0 0 0
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