Content, progress and pedagogy of 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.

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 and possibly E-learning via digital platforms.

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