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Thermal physics, 4 credits

Värmelära, 4 hp

TFYI04

All instances mentioned below are cancelled.

Main field of study

Applied Physics

Course level

First cycle

Course type

Programme course

Director of studies or equivalent

Magnus Boman

Education components

Preliminary scheduled hours: 32 h
Recommended self-study hours: 75 h

Possible deviation from course syllabus/programme syllabus

ECV = Elective / Compulsory / Voluntary

Course offered for		Semester	Period	Timetable module	Language	Campus	ECV	N.B.
6ITFY	Applied Physics, Bachelor of Science in Engineering	2 (Spring 2023)	2	2	Swedish	Linköping, Valla	C	CANCELLED

Main field of study

Applied Physics

Course level

First cycle

Advancement level

G1X

Course offered for

Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics

Prerequisites

Calculus in one variable. Basic physics.

Intended learning outcomes

The purpose of the course develop the student´s knowledge in thermal physics. After completing the course, the student should be able to:

solve problems in thermal physics by using fundmental concepts and relations
determine thermal properties of matter and analyze thermodynamics processes
explain phenomena and relate the theory to applications
carry out experiments in thermal physics and analyze the results.

Course content

Fundamental concept: Temperature, heat, work, internal energy. The Kelvin scale. Thermal equilibrium. The fundental laws of thermodynamics. Entropy (both macroscopic and microscopic perspectives).
Thermal properties of matter: Thermal expansion. Kinetic theory of gases. Ideal-gas equation. Degrees of freedom and equipartition of energy. Heat capacities. Phase transformation. Heat conduction. Heat radiation, the Stefan-Bolzmann law, and emissivity.
Thermodynamic processes (isothermal, adibatic, etc.)
Heat engines, refrigirators, and heat pumps. The Carnot cycle. Working cycles and technical implemantation of real heat engines and refrigirators. Calculation of the coefficient of performance.
Models for earths energy balance and the global green house effect is discussed in connection to heat radiation.

Teaching and working methods

Lectures, problem solving sessions, and laboratory work.

Examination

TEN1	Written Examination	3 credits	U, 3, 4, 5
LAB1	Laboratory Work	1 credits	U, G
KTR1	Optional Assignment	0 credits	U, G

Grades

Four-grade scale, LiU, U, 3, 4, 5

Other information

About teaching and examination language

The teaching language is presented in the Overview tab for each course. The examination language relates to the teaching language as follows:

If teaching language is “Swedish”, the course as a whole could be given in Swedish, or partly in English. Examination language is Swedish, but parts of the examination can be in English.
If teaching language is “English”, the course as a whole is taught in English. Examination language is English.
If teaching language is “Swedish/English”, the course as a whole will be taught in English if students without prior knowledge of the Swedish language participate. Examination language is Swedish or English depending on teaching language.

Other

The course is conducted in a manner where both men's and women's experience and knowledge are made visible and developed.

The planning and implementation of a course should correspond to the course syllabus. The course evaluation should therefore be conducted with the course syllabus as a starting point.

The course is campus-based at the location specified for the course, unless otherwise stated under “Teaching and working methods”. Please note, in a campus-based course occasional remote sessions could be included.

If special circumstances prevail, the vice-chancellor may in a special decision specify the preconditions for temporary deviations from this course syllabus, and delegate the right to take such decisions.

Department

Institutionen för fysik, kemi och biologi

Course literature

Books

H. D. Young, R. A. Freedman, (2020) University Physics 15 Pearson

Code	Name	Scope	Grading scale
TEN1	Written Examination	3 credits	U, 3, 4, 5
LAB1	Laboratory Work	1 credits	U, G
KTR1	Optional Assignment	0 credits	U, G

Student rights and obligations (login required)
Linköping University common rules and regulations (in Swedish)

Books

H. D. Young, R. A. Freedman, (2020) University Physics 15 Pearson

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Note: The course matrix might contain more information in Swedish.

I = Introduce, U = Teach, A = Utilize

		U	A	Modules	Comment
1. DISCIPLINARY KNOWLEDGE AND REASONING
	1.1 Knowledge of underlying mathematics and science (G1X level)	X		TEN1 LAB1
	1.2 Fundamental engineering knowledge (G1X level)	X		TEN1 LAB1
	1.3 Further knowledge, methods, and tools in one or several subjects in engineering or natural science (G2X level)
	1.4 Advanced knowledge, methods, and tools in one or several subjects in engineering or natural sciences (A1X level)
	1.5 Insight into current research and development work
2. PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
	2.1 Analytical reasoning and problem solving	X		TEN1
	2.2 Experimentation, investigation, and knowledge discovery	X		LAB1
	2.3 System thinking
	2.4 Attitudes, thought, and learning
	2.5 Ethics, equity, and other responsibilities
3. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: TEAMWORK AND COMMUNICATION
	3.1 Teamwork		X	LAB1	Laborationer utförs parvis.
	3.2 Communications
	3.3 Communication in foreign languages		X		Kurslitteratur på engelska.
4. CONCEIVING, DESIGNING, IMPLEMENTING AND OPERATING SYSTEMS IN THE ENTERPRISE, SOCIETAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTEXT
	4.1 External, societal, and environmental context	X		TEN1	Kursen behandlar modeller för jordens energibalans och växthuseffekten.
	4.2 Enterprise and business context
	4.3 Conceiving, system engineering and management
	4.4 Designing
	4.5 Implementing	X			Kursen tar upp hur värme- och kylmaskiner kan realiseras.
	4.6 Operating
5. PLANNING, EXECUTION AND PRESENTATION OF RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS WITH RESPECT TO SCIENTIFIC AND SOCIETAL NEEDS AND REQUIREMENTS
	5.1 Societal conditions, including economic, social, and ecological aspects of sustainable development for knowledge development
	5.2 Economic conditions for knowledge development
	5.3 Identification of needs, structuring and planning of research or development projects
	5.4 Execution of research or development projects
	5.5 Presentation and evaluation of research or development projects

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