What it is about
You will learn the fundamentals of thermodynamics and their application to real energy conversion processes. In the end you will be able to apply energy and mass balances as well as the first and second laws, evaluate processes (including cycle processes), and analyze exergy losses. You will also know the essential thermodynamic concepts for steam and ORC cycles, gas turbines, refrigerating machines, fuel cells, electrolysis, as well as selected renewable technologies such as geothermal and solar thermal energy.