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MECH3002 – Heat and Mass Transfer
2021 – Session 2, Special circumstances, North Ryde
Session 2 Learning and Teaching Update
The decision has been made to conduct study online for the remainder of Session 2 for all units WITHOUT mandatory on-campus learning activities. Exams for Session 2 will also be online where possible to do so.
This is due to the extension of the lockdown orders and to provide certainty around arrangements for the remainder of Session 2. We hope to return to campus beyond Session 2 as soon as it is safe and appropriate to do so.
Some classes/teaching activities cannot be moved online and must be taught on campus. You should already know if you are in one of these classes/teaching activities and your unit convenor will provide you with more information via iLearn. If you want to confirm, see the list of units with mandatory on-campus classes/teaching activities.
Visit the MQ COVID-19 information page for more detail.
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Lecturer
Yijiao Jiang
Contact via 0449 617 496
312, 7WW
Tuesdays, 11am-1pm
Tutor
Pablo Ribeiro Dias
Contact via 0424 567 556
Zoom
Wednesdays, 11am-12pm
Tutor
Amanj Kheradmand
Contact via 0452238712
357, 7WW
Thursday 11am-12pm
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
(MECH2002 or MECH202 and (20cp at 2000 level or above)) or admission to MEngMechEng
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit examines the principles of heat and mass transfer. The unit covers knowledge in theories related to the analysis of different heat transfer modes such as conduction, convection, and radiation. At the end of the unit, students are expected to demonstrate the ability to apply the principles of heat and mass transfer to analyse local and overall heat and mass transfer coefficients and to design experiments to improve existing heat and mass transfer engineering systems. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Characterise heat transfer systems undergoing conduction, convection and/or radiation processes with and without mass transfer.
- ULO2: Apply analytical equations, dimensional analysis, and empirical correlations to formulate solutions for heat and mass transfer systems.
- ULO3: Design heat and mass transfer systems and critically evaluate their performance and limitations in the context of real-world applications.
- ULO4: Design and manufacture a realistic and effective heat transfer system through problem-solving and critical thinking.
General Assessment Information
In order to pass this unit a student must obtain a mark of 50 or more for the unit (i.e. obtain a passing grade P/ CR/ D/ HD). There are no hurdle assessments.
The following conditions apply for all assessments:
For assignments handed in late the following penalties apply: 0-24hrs -25%, 24-48hrs -50%, greater than 48hrs -100%.
All assessments will be graded according to standards set in the marking rubrics. Students will receive a numerical grade for each assessment which will be representative of a fail (0-49%), pass (50-64%), credit (65-74%), distinction (75-84%) or high distinction (85-100%) as defined by the university standards based assessment guidelines. The definitions of these standards will be posted on the iLearn page. All marking rubrics specific to each assessment will be released on the iLearn page clearly indicating requirements to achieve a particular standard. These will be released well in advance of the assessment due date or are specified below.
Weekly Quiz (10/100)
Each tutorial will typically consist of 4 questions. In addition, students will also receive 1 tutorial question as a weekly quiz . Students must individually attempt the weekly quiz and submit the answer on iLearn by that week. The tutor will allocate either a fail grade for incorrect methodology and incorrect answer, a pass grade for sound methodology but incorrect answer, or up to a high distinction grade for sound methodology and correct answer. A maximum of 1 mark (out of 100 available for the unit) is available for each of the tutorial sessions from weeks 3-7 and 9-13.
Assignments (15/100)
Assignment 1: (5/100)
This individually marked assignment will test the student’s ability to apply and critically interpret the course material related to introductory concepts in heat transfer by conduction. The assignment will involve a combination of analytical calculations, design and report writing. A rubric will be provided with the assessment handout.
Assignment 2: (10/100)
This individually marked assignment will test the student’s ability to conceptually design an experimental system for heat convection. The student will design a system based on analytical calculations, whilst making considerations for suitable equipment, develop a series of theoretical results and suggest methods of experimental improvement. A rubric will be provided with the assessment handout.
Practical Laboratory Sessions (15/100)
Two individual lab reports written for two unique experiments. Attendance will be taken at the practical sessions. Students must be present in order to submit lab report. The location of the practical sessions will be in F9C 110. Precise details on time will be advised via the iLearn page. Both laboratory reports will be assessed according to a rubric to be made available on the iLearn page.
Laboratory Report 1: (7/100)
The first experiment will demonstrate the operation of heat exchangers. Students will test a particular heat exchanger design, acquire data, and compare to theoretical calculations of heat exchanger performance. A laboratory report is then handed in.
Laboratory Report 2: (8/100)
The second experiment will demonstrate experimental techniques used to take measurements of conduction and convection. The data collected will be presented and interpreted along with some theoretical calculations. A laboratory report is then handed in.
Mid-Session & Final Examinations (60/100)
Mid-Session Test: (15/100)
An in-class 1-h test assessing material delivered between weeks 1 and 6.
Final Examination: (45/100)
A final examination (2h) assessing all material (weeks 1-13) delivered throughout the unit.
If you receive special consideration for the final exam, a supplementary exam will be scheduled in the supplementary examination period. By making a special consideration application for the final exam you are declaring yourself available for a resit during the supplementary examination period and will not be eligible for a second special consideration approval based on pre-existing commitments. Please ensure you are familiar with the policy prior to submitting an application. Approved applicants will receive an individual notification one week prior to the exam with the exact date and time of their supplementary examination.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Assignment 1 | 5% | No | Week 4 |
| Final Examination | 50% | No | Exam Period |
| Weekly Tutorial Questions | 10% | No | Week 3-7 and 9-13 |
| Assignment 2 | 5% | No | Week 12 |
| Practical Lab Report 2 | 8% | No | Week 11 |
| Mid-Session Test | 15% | No | Week 7 |
| Practical Lab Report 1 | 7% | No | Week 8 |
Assignment 1
Assessment Type 1: Design Task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 8 hours
Due: Week 4
Weighting: 5%
Understand and apply heat transfer conduction principles in new situations.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Characterise heat transfer systems undergoing conduction, convection and/or radiation processes with and without mass transfer.
- Apply analytical equations, dimensional analysis, and empirical correlations to formulate solutions for heat and mass transfer systems.
- Design and manufacture a realistic and effective heat transfer system through problem-solving and critical thinking.
Final Examination
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 3 hours
Due: Exam Period
Weighting: 50%
3-h final examination assessing all materials delivered throughout the unit.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Characterise heat transfer systems undergoing conduction, convection and/or radiation processes with and without mass transfer.
- Apply analytical equations, dimensional analysis, and empirical correlations to formulate solutions for heat and mass transfer systems.
Weekly Tutorial Questions
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 8 hours
Due: Week 3-7 and 9-13
Weighting: 10%
One tutorial quiz to be completed prior to the timetabled tutorial session, and one tutorial quiz to be completed during the tutorial session
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Characterise heat transfer systems undergoing conduction, convection and/or radiation processes with and without mass transfer.
- Apply analytical equations, dimensional analysis, and empirical correlations to formulate solutions for heat and mass transfer systems.
Assignment 2
Assessment Type 1: Design Task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 8 hours
Due: Week 12
Weighting: 5%
Understand and apply theory learned in the lectures to create a thermal product
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Characterise heat transfer systems undergoing conduction, convection and/or radiation processes with and without mass transfer.
- Apply analytical equations, dimensional analysis, and empirical correlations to formulate solutions for heat and mass transfer systems.
- Design heat and mass transfer systems and critically evaluate their performance and limitations in the context of real-world applications.
- Design and manufacture a realistic and effective heat transfer system through problem-solving and critical thinking.
Practical Lab Report 2
Assessment Type 1: Practice-based task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 4 hours
Due: Week 11
Weighting: 8%
Free and forced convection
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Characterise heat transfer systems undergoing conduction, convection and/or radiation processes with and without mass transfer.
- Apply analytical equations, dimensional analysis, and empirical correlations to formulate solutions for heat and mass transfer systems.
- Design heat and mass transfer systems and critically evaluate their performance and limitations in the context of real-world applications.
Mid-Session Test
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 1 hours
Due: Week 7
Weighting: 15%
1-hour test assessing materials delivered between weeks 1-5
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Characterise heat transfer systems undergoing conduction, convection and/or radiation processes with and without mass transfer.
- Apply analytical equations, dimensional analysis, and empirical correlations to formulate solutions for heat and mass transfer systems.
Practical Lab Report 1
Assessment Type 1: Practice-based task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 4 hours
Due: Week 8
Weighting: 7%
Shell and tube heat exchanger
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Characterise heat transfer systems undergoing conduction, convection and/or radiation processes with and without mass transfer.
- Apply analytical equations, dimensional analysis, and empirical correlations to formulate solutions for heat and mass transfer systems.
- Design heat and mass transfer systems and critically evaluate their performance and limitations in the context of real-world applications.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
Required and Recommended Texts and/or Materials
There is no single core text for this course. However the following texts are recommended:
“Heat Transfer” by J.P. Holman
“A heat transfer textbook” by Leinhard and Leinhard.
Technology Used and Required
Heat transfer processes/equipment will be used in the practical session.
Unit Schedule
Unit Schedule
Week 1 Introduction to heat transfer, basic modes of heat transfer, steady-state conduction
Week 2 Conduction equations, thermal resistance network
Week 3 Overall heat transfer coefficient, thermal contact resistance
Week 4 Types of heat exchangers, effects of heat exchanger geometry, log-mean temperature difference method
Week 5 Overall heat transfer equations, fouling, heat transfer effectiveness/NTU approach
Week 6 Practical design of heat exchangers, introduction to heat convection, Buckingham-pi Therorem
Week 7 Thermal boundary layers, Mid-Session Test
Week 8 Convection analysis, external forced convection
Week 9 Internal forced convection
Week 10 Natural convection
Week 11 Mass transfer, boiling, condensation, evaporation
Week 12 Radiative heat transfer, black bodies, solar energy
Week 13 Revision
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Changes from Previous Offering
In order to better reflect students engagement time on task, the weighting of assignment 2 is increased from 5% to 10%, while the weighting of final exam is decreased from 50% to 45% and its duration is therefore reduced from 3 hours to 2 hours due to COVID-19.
Unit information based on version 2021.02R of the Handbook