Ability to choose an appropriate thermal system and identify the flows of mass and energy. Knowledge of linear and nonlinear algebraic equations and methods of solution. Some exposure to differential equations and methods of solution.

For Fall 2007, the required textbook is "Heat and Mass Transfer: A Practical Approach" by Y. Cengel, First edition.

To use heat transfer principles to understand the behavior of thermal systems. To illustrate the development of the governing differential, algebraic and finite difference equations associated with thermal systems. To introduce the possible methods of solution to the governing equation. To investigate the influences of boundary and initial conditions and system parameters on the resulting steady or transient response of the system. To provdive the basic tools that are used in thermal system design. To expose students to heat transfer applications in industry.

The following statement indicates which of the following considerations are included in this course: economic, environmental, ethical, political, societal, health and safety, manufacturability, sustainability.

Of primary concern is the analysis of a specified thermal system. Students are expected to be able to predict the heat transfer or the temperature of a well-specified thermal system. A few design problems are used during the semester to illustrate the range of possible systems that can meet the same objectives. Environmental impacts of thermal systems are illustrated.

The Introduction to Heat Transfer course requires that students apply their knowledge of mathematics and science to real thermal engineering systems. In this course an expansion of students engineering skills, developed in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, is undertaken. Students are required to identify, formulate and solve thermal problems using a combination of mass and energy balances and energy rate equations. The course combines analytical techniques and design principles as applied to thermal systems.

The primary assessment method employed in this course is written illustration of understanding of course concepts. These illustrations are in the form of weekly problem formulation and solutions, small group discussions, and formal written examinations.