PHY307 Thermodynamics

[3–0, 3 cr.]

This course covers the basic principles of thermodynamics: Thermodynamic variables and equations of state. Basics concepts like heat, temperature, inner energy and enthalpy. Classical kinetic theory of gases, temperature, velocity and Maxwell’s velocity distribution. The ideal gas law and other simple equations of state for gases and other physical systems. The laws of thermodynamics. Macroscopic definition of and Boltzmann’s equation for entropy. Thermodynamics potentials. Maxwell’s and other thermodynamic relations. Phase transitions. Heat processes with technical applications such as heat engines and heat pumps. Heat conduction in different geometries. Radiation including the usage of Stefan-Boltzmann and Wien laws.

Prerequisites: MTH201 Calculus III and CHM201 Chemical Principles