This course covers topics in thermodynamics such as Maxwell relations, equations of state, departure functions, and phase equilibrium in a pure fluid. Students will learn about exact differentials, partial derivatives, state functions, heat capacity pressure dependence, and various equations of state. The teaching method includes screencasts and spreadsheets for practical applications. This course is intended for learners interested in gaining a deeper understanding of fluid properties and thermodynamic principles.
Overview
Syllabus
Exact Differentials & Partial Derivatives.
Maxwell Relations.
State Functions and Maxwell Relations.
Heat Capacity Pressure Dependence.
Three Parameter Equation of State (EOS) Introduction.
Van der Waals Equation of State.
Isothermal Compression of a Non-Ideal Gas.
Isothermal Compression of a Non-Ideal Gas (Spreadsheet).
Real Gas Expansion.
Real Gas Expansion Part 2: Excel Solver.
Roots of Peng-Robinson Equation of State.
Adiabatic Compressor: Non-Ideal Gas.
Peng-Robinson EOS Spreadsheet 1.
Peng-Robinson EOS Spreadsheet 2.
Enthalpy Departure Function for Throttle Feed.
Departure Function: van der Waals Fluid.
VLE in a Constant-Pressure System.
Heat of Vaporization: Clausius-Clapeyron.
Heat of Vaporization: Antoine's Equation.
Gibbs Free Energy Pressure Dependence.
Gibbs Free Energy: T & P Dependence.
Fugacity Introduction.
What is Fugacity?.
Which has the Higher Fugacity?.
Calculate Fugacity of a Fluid.
Steam Fugacity.
Add Liquid to an Evacuated Tank.
Single Component, Solid-Vapor Equilibrium.
Fugacity of a Single Component.
Fugacity Temperature Dependence: Single Component.
Determine Pressure using Peng-Robinson EOS Spreadsheet.
Saturation Pressure from EOS Spreadsheet.
Calculate Fugacity from Equation of State.
Condense Water Vapor from Air.
COSMOtherm: Visualizing Molecular Interactions.
COSMOtherm: Molecular Interactions Probability.
SRK Equation of State Example.
Chemical Potential: Pressure Dependence for Single-Component Part 1.
Chemical Potential: Pressure Dependence for Single-Component Part 2.
Chemical Potential: Pressure Dependence for Single-Component Part 3.
Chemical Potential: Temperature Dependence for Single-Component Part 1.
Chemical Potential: Temperature Dependence for Single-Component Part 2.
Chemical Potential: Temperature Dependence for Single-Component Part 3.
Single-Component Pressure-Temperature Diagram.
Introduction to Nonlinear Regression.
Derivation of Clapeyron and Clausius-Clapeyron Equations.
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