ME 230 Thermodynamics - Class Information

1. OBJECTIVES

The main items to be learned in a course on thermodynamics are:
A. the thermodynamics concepts
B. the implication of the laws of thermodynamics
C. the methods of applying thermodynamic analysis to engineering problems

2. PREREQUISITES

A. Physics 150 General Physics
B. Math 116 Calculus II
C. Chem 114 or 124 or 134 General Chemistry I

3. ORGANIZATION

Attendance at lectures is essential to develop your understanding of the material. If you do miss lecture, obtain information and notes
from fellow classmates.

4. TEXT

Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics, by Moran and Shapiro, 7th Edition, 2011.
Available at school bookstore.

5. GRADING

The distribution of credit is as follows:

Attendance           5%
Homework          10%
Quizzes               60%
Final Exam          25%

6. PROBLEM SETS and HOMEWORK

Problem sets and graded homework should be completed before lecture on the date specified. Students are expected to work out the details of their solutions
individually. Simply copying from previously issued solutions, and from other students' solutions, will reduce a student's ability to do well on the exams. Problem solving methodology described in class must be followed. Graded-homework must be written on engineering paper or quad paper.

7.  EXAMS
They will be closed book and closed notes.  No makeup for exams will be given except in cases such as documented illness and similar reasons, otherwise a failing grade is given for that missed exam.
8.  DISABILITY SERVICES
    The University will make reasonable accommodations for persons with documented disabilities.  Students need to register with Disability Resource Services (DRS) every semester they are enrolled for classes.  DRS is located in Counseling & Support Services, 2157 UC.  To be assured of having services when they are needed, students should
    register no later than the end of the add/drop deadline of each term.
9.  STATEMENT ON ACADEMIC INTEGRITY   
The University of Michigan – Dearborn values academic honesty and integrity. Each student has a responsibility to understand, accept, and comply with the university’s standards of academic conduct as set forth by the Code of Academic Conduct, as well as policies established by the schools and colleges. Cheating, collusion, misconduct, fabrication, and plagiarism are considered serious offenses. Violations will not be tolerated and may result in penalties up to and including expulsion from the University.
Approved COD 8/9/00

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