ENG EK 424 - Thermodynamics and Statistical MechanicsPrereq

Institution:

Boston University

Subject:

Description:

CAS PY 212, CAS MA 226, and CAS CH 102. Thermodynamic systems. Heat, temperature, and pressure. State variables and equations of state. First and second laws of thermodynamics. Entropy. Thermodynamic potentials. Kinetic theory. Intermolecular forces and transport phenomena. Statistical mechanics. Ensembles and distribution functions. The statistical interpretation of entropy. Partition function. 4 cr.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bu.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 353-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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