2024/25 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

PHAS1020 Thermodynamics

Module manager: Prof Alison Voice
Email: A.M.Voice@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable

Year running 2024/25

Pre-requisite qualifications

'A' Level Physics and Maths or equivalent

Co-requisites

PHAS1000	First Year Physics Assessment
PHAS1010	Mechanics, Relativity and Astrophysics
PHAS1030	Electronics, Solid State and Introduction to Quantum Physics
PHAS1040	Vibrations, Waves and Optics
PHAS1050	Coding and Experimental Physics

Module replaces

PHYS1210

This module is not approved as a discovery module

Module summary

This module introduces the concepts and applications of thermodynamics, which is one of the fundamental branches of physics.

Objectives

The module covers the underpinning theories and concepts of thermodynamics. Examples and applications will be used to allow students to build their understanding and application of this branch of physics, including in sustainable energy, which governs the behaviour of the universe we live in.

Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will be able to demonstrate knowledge, understanding and application of the following:
• Heat transfer and temperature
• Kinetic theory and ideal gases
• Degrees of freedom, heat capacity, equipartition
• 1st law and thermodynamic processes
• 2nd law of thermodynamics and entropy
• Thermodynamic potentials and Maxwell relations
• Phase equilibria and Clausius-Clapeyron equation
• 3rd law and absolute zero
• Sustainable Energy

Skills Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will be able to do the following:
1. Manage time and plan work to meet deadlines
2. Problem solving
3. Application of appropriate mathematics
4. Recognise the value of physics for addressing issues in sustainability

Syllabus

Details of the syllabus will be provided on the Minerva organisation (or equivalent) for the module

Methods of Assessment

We are currently refreshing our modules to make sure students have the best possible experience. Full assessment details for this module are not available before the start of the academic year, at which time details of the assessment(s) will be provided.

Assessment for this module will consist of;

1x Coursework

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Lecture	50	1.00	50.00
Tutorial	6	1.00	6.00
Independent online learning hours			24.00
Private study hours			120.00
Total Contact hours			56.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			200.00

Reading list

The reading list is available from the Library website

Last updated: 29/04/2024

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