Convection Heat Transfer

Course #ME4162

Est.imated Completion Time: 3 months

POC: NPS Online Support

Overview

Fundamental principles of forced and free convection. Laminar and turbulent duct flows and external flows. Dimensionless correlations. Heat transfer during phase changes. Heat exchanger analysis with Mechanical Engineering applications.

Included in degrees & certificates

  • 571
  • 572

Prerequisites

  • ME3150
  • ME3201

Learning Outcomes

1. Obtain a thorough understanding of the subject of Convective Heat Transfer.

2. Prepare the student to solve practical convective heat transfer problems.

3. Impart adequate convective heat transfer knowledge to solve open ended related engineering problems.

4. Lay the foundation for the student to design heat exchangers later.

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Application Deadlines

  •  08 Jan 2024

    Spring Quarter applications due

  •  01 Apr 2024

    Summer Quarter applications due

  •  08 Jul 2024

    Fall Quarter applications due

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Academic Calendar

  •  12 Dec 2023 – 14 Dec 2023

    Fall Quarter final examinations

  •  15 Dec 2023

    Fall Quarter graduation

  •  18 Dec 2023 – 05 Jan 2024

    Winter break

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