Instructor

Mitchell Anthamatten
250 Gavett Hall, River Campus
Phone: 585-273-5526
e-mail: anthamatten@che.rochester.edu

Lecture

• Tues. & Thurs.: 14:00 - 15:15 pm (Dewey 2162)
• Fri. (recitation): 14:00 - 14:50 pm (Gavett 301)

Teaching Assistants

• Alexander Papastrat : ( papastra@che.rochester.edu )
• Kai Kao : ( kao@che.rochester.edu )

Office Hours

Anthamatten: Mondays: 13:30 - 15:00 (250 Gavett)
TAs : 15:00 - 16:30 (Gavett 247)

Course Description

A fundamental course in heat transfer processes and an introduction to mass transfer. Topics include equations of energy conservation, conduction, convection, radiation; equations for chemical species conservation, diffusion, macroscopic balances. Emphasis on problem solving, especially for purposes of design.

Prerequisites

• Fluid Mechanics (ChE 243 or equivalent)
• Differential Equations (MTH 165 or equivalent)

Required Text

Fumentals of Momentum, Heat, and Mass Transfer, 5th Edition, Welty, Wicks, Wilson, Rorrer, John Wiley & Sons, Inc. New York, 2008

Course Learning Outcomes / Expected Performance Criteria:

• Be able to demonstrate general knowledge of heat transfer [conduction, convection, radiation], and general knowledge of mass transfer [molecular diffusion, convection].
• Be able to define and solve steady-state and transient problems in 1-D, 2-D, and 3-D.
• Be able to construct simple models that capture the salient features of heat and mass transfer problems.
• Be able to design heat and mass transfer processes and equipment.

Topics Covered

• Mechanisms of Heat Transfer [Ch 15.1-15.4]
• Combined Mechanisms of Heat Transfer [Ch 15.5-15.6]
• Control Volume Approach for Momentum, Heat, and Mass Transfer [Ch 4-6]
• Differential Equations of Heat Transfer [Ch 16]
• 1-D Steady State Conduction [Ch 17.1]
• 1-D Conduction with Internal Energy Generation [Ch 17.2]
• Heat Transfer from Fins [Ch 17.3]
• 2-D Conduction [Ch 17.4]
• Unsteady State Conduction [Ch 18]
• Convective Heat Transfer [Ch 19]
• Convective Heat-Transfer Correlations [Ch 20]
• Heat Transfer Equipment [Ch 22]
• Numerical Methods Useful for Solving Heat Transfer Problems
• Radiation Heat Transfer [Ch 23]
• Fundamentals of Mass Transfer [Ch 24]
• Differential Equations of Mass Transfer [Ch 25]
• Steady-State Molecular Diffusion [Ch 26]
• Unsteady-State Molecular Diffusion [Ch 27]

Relation of Course to Engineering Curriculum

ChE 244,Heat and Mass Transfer, provides a foundation for students to approach engineering problems involving thermal and mass diffusion. The emphasis is on understanding fundamental physical phenomena and on the application of mathematics to bridge the basic science and engineering. Through homework, projects, and exam questions, students are exposed to engineering calculations, and simple design problems. At least one course project is assigned that requires a concisely-written engineering report. To promote knowledge of contemporary engineering issues and lifelong learning, selected topics and homework problems relate to modern technologies in nanoscience, biotechnology, and environmental science.

Relation of Course to Program Outcomes
(letters in parenthesis correspond to ABET criteria)

• An ability to apply knowledge of math, science, and engineering (a)
  1. Students will possess general knowledge of heat transfer [conduction, convection, radiation] and mass transfer [diffusion, convective mass transfer]
  2. Students will understand, and be able to apply chemical engineering concepts in the core area of heat and mass transfer
• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems (e)
  1. Students will be able to define engineering problems by identifying relevant data and underlying scientific principles
  2. Students will be able to translate an engineering problem descriptions into solvable math problems
• An ability to communicate effectively (g)
  1. Students will be able to write documents in a clear and concise manner
• A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, life-long learning (i)
  1. Students will be aware of professional societies in their field
  2. Students will be able to use library and internet resources to promote life-long learning
• An ability to use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice (k)
  1. Students will be able to use mathematical software tools to solve engineernig problems.

Grading

• Homework (~11) + Project (1): 25 %
• Exams (2) : 45 %
• Final (1) : 30 %

Final Exam

12/18/2009: 12:30 - 15:30 in Dewey 2162

Academic Honesty

• Homework "discussion" permitted (encouraged!)
• Homework "reproduction" prohibited
• Exam cheating & plagiarism not tolerated

Advice

• Learn to appreciate derivations-- the concepts are truly timeless.
• Review any math that you feel uncomfortable with
• Get good at solving problems, i.e. practice!

Learning Opportunities

• Assigned homework
• Lectures and recitation
• Unassigned problems
• Making mistakes

Website

http://www.che.rochester.edu/Courses/CHE244/ChE244_syllabus.htm