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 Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Bülent PİŞKİN
Instructor(s)
Goals Provision of the foundational theoretical knowledge required for the study of thermodynamics within the field of Agricultural Biotechnology
Course Content Fundamental constructs and core principles pertaining to the field of thermodynamics
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Explains the fundamental concepts related to thermodynamics
2 Lists the fundamental concepts pertaining to the notions of heat and energy
3 Comprehends the laws of thermodynamics
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to Thermodynamics Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
2. Week Fundamental concepts of thermodynamics, units of measurement, and the International System of Units (SI) Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
3. Week Pure substances and gases, enthalpy, ideal gas laws, Avogadro's Law, Boyle-Mariotte Law, Charles-Gay-Lussac Law, Amagat's Law, Dalton's Law, and the ideal gas equation of state Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
4. Week Energy, Forms of Energy, and the Zeroth and First Laws of Thermodynamics Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
5. Week Potential energy, kinetic energy, internal energy, enthalpy, sensible energy, latent energy, chemical energy, nuclear energy, and mechanical energy Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
6. Week The concept of work, mechanical work, shaft work, electrical work, and spring work Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
7. Week Energy balance in closed systems, the first law of thermodynamics, and first-law analyses for closed systems Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
8. Week Energy balance in closed systems, the first law of thermodynamics, and first-law analyses for closed systems Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
9. Week First-law analyses of open systems Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
10. Week Heat transfer, heat transfer by conduction, heat transfer by convection, and heat transfer by radiation Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
11. Week The principle of conservation of energy Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
12. Week Energy conversion efficiencies Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
13. Week The Second Law of Thermodynamics and the Carnot cycle Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
14. Week The Carnot cycle for power cycles and the superheated 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 .Applies knowledge of natural sciences and mathematics to the development of various processes within the field.
2 Acts in accordance with ethical and deontological principles in decision-making and implementation processes.
3 Utilizes scientific and technological developments in field-related applications.
4 Solves engineering problems within the field through an analytical approach by integrating fundamental engineering knowledge with technical tools.
5 Designs all technical systems, system components, and production processes related to the field.
6 Implements crop and livestock production processes in accordance with scientific and technical principles.
7 Utilizes data-driven core technologies within the agricultural sector in production processes.
8 Applies sustainability principles and approaches to agricultural processes.
9 Utilizes managerial and institutional knowledge for agriculture, taking into account global and local developments.
10 Integrates fundamental scientific knowledge in the fields of genetics, molecular biology, microbiology, and biochemistry into agricultural biotechnology processes through a critical approach.
11 Produces innovative and sustainable biotechnological solutions to agricultural problems by effectively utilizing laboratory and field applications.
12 Effectively utilizes statistical, mathematical, and bioinformatic tools to analyze biological data.
13 Fulfills professional and social responsibilities by mastering the ethical, legal, intellectual property, and biosafety dimensions of biotechnological applications.
14 Effectively shares project findings obtained by working efficiently in interdisciplinary projects using effective presentation techniques.
15 Demonstrates lifelong learning and entrepreneurship skills by generating innovative ideas and continuously following scientific and technological developments in the field.
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 1 1 1
PY11 1 1 1
PY12 1 1 1
PY13 1 1 1
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
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 102
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 4.0