Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics - EGR 232

https://courses.vccs.edu./courses/EGR232-ChemicalEngineeringThermodynamics

Effective: 2024-05-01

Course Description

Introduces the first and second laws of thermodynamics. Examines energy conservation; concepts of equilibrium, temperature, energy, and entropy; partial molar properties; pure component and mixture equations of state; processes involving energy transfer as work and heat; reversibility and irreversibility; and closed and open systems and cyclic processes.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hour per week.
3 credits

The course outline below was developed as part of a statewide standardization process.

General Course Purpose

This course prepares students for deeper study in the field of Chemical Engineering, exploring fundamental thermodynamics concepts essential in Chemical Engineering practice.

Course Prerequisites/Corequisites

Prerequisites: MTH 265 and EGR 231 (grade of C or higher in both of these courses)

Course Objectives

Major Topics to be Included

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