Prerequisite/Recommended prerequisite for
participation in the module
The module is based on knowledge achieved in the modules
Introduction to mechanics and thermodynamics and Thermodynamics,
heat transfer and fluid dynamics or similar.
Content, progress and pedagogy of the
module
Learning objectives
Knowledge
- Have knowledge about classical heat transfer including natural
convection, forced convection and radiation
- Have knowledge about condensing, evaporation and boiling
- Be able to understand the governing mechanisms in the
abovementioned processes
- Have an understanding of heat exchanger or cooling of
electronic equipment
Skills
- Be able to use fundamental heat conduction, transient heat
conduction or numerical heat conduction in analysis and design of a
thermal problem
- Be able to calculate heat flux, stationary as well as
transient, in multiple dimensions and complex geometries
- Be able to dimension heat transfer processes considering
thermomechanical effects
Competences
- Have the ability to use the topic in interdisciplinary
collaboration with other fields of research
- Be able to select the best method of analysis for a heat
transfer problem including the quality of the found solution
- Be able to present the problem and the used method of solution
to persons unfamiliar with the topic
- Be able to interpret the result and present the overall
conclusions
Type of instruction
Lectures supplemented with self-study and/or study circles.
Teaching is in English and/or Danish depending on the participation
of international students, or if the supervisor is of foreign
origin.
Extent and expected workload
Since it is a 5 ECTS course, the work load is expected to be 150
hours for the student.
Exam
Exams
Name of exam | Heat Transfer |
Type of exam | Written and oral exam
Oral examination based on a mini project. |
ECTS | 5 |
Assessment | 7-point grading scale |
Type of grading | Internal examination |
Criteria of assessment | The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination
Policies and Procedures |