Module Overview
- Module designation: SEDC1014 Gas and Thermodynamics
- Semester(s) in which the module is taught: 2nd Semester
- Person responsible for the module: Prof. Dr. M. Hasan, M.Si..
- Language: Indonesian, English (for lecture material)
- Relation to curriculum: Mandatory modules for 2nd semester students.
- Teaching methods: Lecture, small group discussion
- Credit points: 3 SKS = 5.01 ECTS (135 hours)
- Required and recommended prerequisites for joining the module: N.A
- Date of last amendment: January 13, 2025
Workload
3 x 45 hours per semester, comprising:
- 150 minutes lecture and discussion per week
- 180 minutes structured tasks per week
- 180 minutes learn to be independent per week
Module Objectives / Intended Learning Outcomes
- Through problem-solving activities and group discussions, students are able to explain the fundamental concepts of ideal and real gases, including gas laws and compressibility factors, and apply these concepts to solve thermodynamic problems related to gas behavior.
- By conducting thermochemical calculations and presenting case studies, students are able to demonstrate an understanding of the First Law of Thermodynamics, including internal energy and enthalpy changes, and analyze energy transformations in physical and chemical systems.
- Through simulations, individual reflections, and collaborative analysis, students are able to evaluate thermodynamic processes based on the Second and Third Laws of Thermodynamics, with emphasis on entropy, spontaneity, and the concept of absolute zero.
Course Content
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental principles of gases and thermodynamics, essential for understanding various physical and chemical processes. The course begins by exploring the behavior of ideal gases, guided by classical gas laws such as Boyle’s, Charles’s, and Avogadro’s laws, and then extends to the real gas behavior by introducing the concepts of intermolecular interactions, deviations from ideality, and compressibility factors.
The next part of the course focuses on the First Law of Thermodynamics, emphasizing the concepts of internal energy, heat, work, and enthalpy. Students will also study thermochemistry, including the use of calorimetry and Hess’s Law to analyze heat changes in chemical reactions.
In the final section, the course delves into the Second and Third Laws of Thermodynamics. Here, students will explore the concepts of entropy, spontaneity of processes, Gibbs free energy, and the theoretical foundation of absolute zero, enabling them to analyze the directionality and limitations of energy transformations.
Throughout the course, students engage in problem-solving sessions, group discussions, presentations, and simulations to deepen their conceptual understanding and develop critical scientific thinking.
This course content includes:
- Ideal and Real Gases and Their Properties
- Ideal Gas Equation and Real Gas Equations
- The First, Second, and Third Laws of Thermodynamics
- Applications of the First, Second, and Third Laws of Thermodynamics in Chemistry
Exams and Assessment
Formats: Written examinations, student presentations, and guided class discussions.
Study and Examination Requirements:
- Quiz: 7.5%
- Assignment: 35.5%
- Midterm: 42%
- Final exam: 15%
Recommended Literature
Atkins, P., & de Paula, J. (2018). Physical chemistry (11th ed.). Oxford University Press.
Engel, T., & Reid, P. (2013). Thermodynamics, statistical thermodynamics, & kinetics (3rd ed.). Pearson Education.
McQuarrie, D. A., & Simon, J. D. (1999). Molecular thermodynamics. University Science Books.
Van Ness, H. C., & Abbott, M. M. (2008). Introduction to chemical engineering thermodynamics (7th ed.). McGraw-Hill Education.
Levine, I. N. (2009). Physical chemistry (6th ed.). McGraw-Hill.
Lemmon, E. W., McLinden, M. O., & Friend, D. G. (2020). Thermophysical properties of fluid systems. In P. J. Linstrom & W. G. Mallard (Eds.), NIST Chemistry WebBook, NIST Standard Reference Database Number 69. National Institute of Standards and Technology.
Çengel, Y. A., & Boles, M. A. (2015). Thermodynamic analysis of systems using energy and entropy balances. International Journal of Thermodynamics, 18(2), 107–122.
Vázquez, J., & Vázquez, A. (2013). The first and second laws of thermodynamics in chemical engineering education. Education for Chemical Engineers, 8(3), e73–e80. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ece.2013.02.001
Labib, M. E. (2019). Entropy and its misinterpretations: A review. Journal of Thermodynamics & Catalysis, 10(1), 1–6. https://doi.org/10.35248/2157-7544.19.10.204
Moran, M. J., Shapiro, H. N., Boettner, D. D., & Bailey, M. B. (2014). Thermodynamic principles in energy systems design. Journal of Energy Resources Technology, 136(4), 040901. https://doi.org/10.1115/1.402764
Atkins, P., & de Paula, J. (2018). Physical chemistry (11th ed.). Oxford University Press.
Engel, T., & Reid, P. (2013). Thermodynamics, statistical thermodynamics, & kinetics (3rd ed.). Pearson Education.
Levine, I. N. (2009). Physical chemistry (6th ed.). McGraw-Hill.
Çengel, Y. A., & Boles, M. A. (2015). Thermodynamics: An engineering approach (8th ed.). McGraw-Hill Education.
Laidler, K. J., Meiser, J. H., & Sanctuary, B. C. (2003). Physical chemistry (4th ed.). Houghton Mifflin.