Purdue University Calumet
School of Technology
Course Syllabus
MET 32900 - Applied Heat Transfer
Credits and Contact Hours:
Credit 3, Class 3, Lab. 0, Contact Hours 3
Instructor’s or Course Coordinator’s Name:
Craig Engle
Text Book, Title, Author and Year:
Introduction to Heat Transfer, Incopera & DeWitt, Wiley
Introduction to the Course:
a. Catalog Description (2010-2011 Academic Catalog):
An applied approach to the introduction of basic vocabulary and concepts related to the steady state
transfer (i.e. conduction, convection, radiation) will be covered. Additional topics will include heat
exchangers, boilers and solar energy.
b. Prerequisites or co-requisites:
Prerequisite: PHYS 22000 and MA 21900
c. Required course.
Specific Goals to the Course:
a) General Education Objectives:
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Define the terms conduction, convection, radiation and associated vocabulary. (a)
Develop appropriate mathematical techniques and equations in heat transfer. (b)
Apply the problem solving methodology to heat transfer situations. (f)
Analyze the solutions to validate assumptions and other possible outcomes. (b)
Apply the heat transfer principles in the design of heat transfer equipment. (c)
Test the validity of theoretical concepts learned in laboratory experiments. (c)
b) Criteria 3 Student Outcomes:
This course covers items a, b, c, and f in ABET Criteria 3.
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MET 32900 - Applied Heat Transfer
Course Delivery Methods (check all that apply):
X Lecture X Other (Blackboard Vista contains course materials such as handouts and is used for
assessment)
Factors Used to Determine the Course Grade (check all that apply):
X Homework X Exams
Brief List of Topics to be Covered:
Topic
Introduction to heat transfer
Conduction
One dimensional, steady state conduction
Heat transfer from extended surfaces
Basic transient conduction
Examination #1
Chapter
1
2
3
3
5
Introduction to convection
External flow
Internal flow
Free convection
Boiling & condensation
Examination #2
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7
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9
10
Radiation heat transfer
Solar Energy
Heat transfer equipment
Design
Laboratory activity
Final Exam
12
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