General Card #1270
Thermodynamics - We need more power!
Summary
Promote entrepreneurially-minded problem-solving in Thermodynamics by linking the application of power generating cycles with economic and environmental costs.
Description
This course module promotes entrepreneurially-minded problem-solving in Thermodynamics by linking the application of power generating cycles with economic and environmental costs. Students complete an iterative design process of an electric-generating power plant comparing performance, cost, and environmental effects as key metrics. Additionally, a socio-political aspect is instilled through “governmental regulations” introduced throughout the course of the project. This course module incorporates fundamental technical concepts such as Rankine Cycle, cycle modifications, and the 2nd Law of Thermodynamics.
Learning Objectives
- Students will be able to develop and apply the basic laws of thermodynamics.
- Students will be able to apply their knowledge of undergraduate thermodynamics to develop appropriate design metrics for vapor power plant operation.
- Students will be able to analyze the performance of power generating cycles.
- Students will be able to formulate relationships between fundamental concepts and real-world application for power-generating cycles.
- Students will be able to apply thermodynamic principles to a multi-dimensional problem and generate technical solutions that maximize customer value.
- Students will be able to successfully integrate their technical solutions with economics, resulting in a product that is both cost efficient and functional.
- Students will develop the ability to effectively communicate, both written and orally, with their team members and the customer.
- Students will develop the skills to carry out an iterative design process.
Curiosity
- Demonstrate constant curiosity about our changing world
Connections
- Integrate information from many sources to gain insight
Creating Value
- Persist through and learn from failure
Design
- Determine Design Requirements
- Perform Technical Design
- Analyze Solutions
Opportunity
- Identify Opportunity
- Evaluate Tech Feasibility, Customer Value, Societal Benefits & Economic Viability
- Investigate Market
- Test Concepts via Customer Engagement
- Create Preliminary Business Model
- Assess Policy & Regulatory Issues
Impact
- Communicate Solution in Economic Terms
- Communicate Societal Benefits
Categories & Tags
- Classroom & Courses
- Mechanical Engineering
Folders
Description
| Title | Type | Ext | Date | Size | Download All | Downloads |
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| Project Overview | Activity / Handout | .docx | 5/20/2019 | 22 KB | 885 | |
| Template for Initial Budgets and Pay Day | Activity / Handout | .pptx | 5/20/2019 | 94.9 KB | 833 | |
| Team Formation and Individual Roles | Activity / Handout | .xlsx | 5/20/2019 | 14.6 KB | 830 | |
| Population Data | Instructor Notes | .docx | 5/20/2019 | 14.3 KB | 846 | |
| Cooling Options - Round 1 | Activity / Handout | .xls | 5/20/2019 | 33.5 KB | 856 | |
| Devices - Round 1 | Activity / Handout | .xls | 5/20/2019 | 28.5 KB | 841 | |
| Energy - Round 1 | Activity / Handout | .xls | 5/20/2019 | 35.5 KB | 875 | |
| Cooling Options - Round 2 | Activity / Handout | .xls | 5/20/2019 | 38 KB | 829 | |
| Devices - Round 2 | Activity / Handout | .xls | 5/20/2019 | 44.5 KB | 879 | |
| Energy - Round 2 | Activity / Handout | .xls | 5/20/2019 | 40 KB | 859 | |
| Cooling Options - Round 3 | Activity / Handout | .xls | 5/20/2019 | 34 KB | 833 | |
| Devices - Round 3 | Activity / Handout | .xls | 5/20/2019 | 44.5 KB | 836 | |
| Energy - Round 3 | Activity / Handout | .xls | 5/20/2019 | 40 KB | 832 | |
| Simple Cycle Report - Round 1 | Activity / Handout | .docx | 5/20/2019 | 18.6 KB | 835 | |
| Legislation - Passed Round 2 | Activity / Handout | .docx | 5/20/2019 | 69.9 KB | 866 | |
| Modified Cycle Report - Rounds 2 and 3 | Activity / Handout | .docx | 5/20/2019 | 17.9 KB | 834 | |
| Poster Session Rubric | Assessment / Rubric | .docx | 5/20/2019 | 39.3 KB | 858 | |
| Poster Session - Evaluation Rotation | Assessment / Rubric | .xlsx | 5/20/2019 | 25 KB | 831 | |
| Project Awards (optional) | Assessment / Rubric | .pptx | 5/20/2019 | 77.8 KB | 821 |