 |
Choose course subject from specializations below
!
Engineering
Mathematics and Physics
Structural
Engineering
Irrigation
& Hydraulics
Public
Works
Architecture
Urban
Planing
Power
& Electrical Machines
Electronics
& Communication Engineering
Computers
& Systems Engineering
Design
& Production Engineering
Mechanical
Power Engineering
Automotive
Engineering
Humanity
Courses
Courses in Mechanical Power
MEP 111 Thermodynamics (1)
1st Year: Mechanical Engineering. (2nd Term)Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (2+2)]
Marks:[(0+0+0) + (70+30+0)] = 100
Course Contents
Basic concepts and definitions, System and control volume, Property and state,
Processes and cycles, Work definition, Definition of heat transfer, Ideal gases,
State equation, Specific heat at constant pressure and volume, Pure substances
and phase equilibrium, Tables of thermodynamic properties, First law of
thermodynamics, Internal energy and enthalpy. First law for closed cycle, closed
and open systems: Steady flow and uniform state uniform flow, Application of first
law of thermodynamics (reciprocating compressors), Gas mixtures, Combustion
processes.
References:
- Sonntag, R. E.; Borgnakke, C. and Van Wylen, G. J., Fundamentals of Thermodynamics,
John Wiley and Sons Inc., 1998.
- Cengel, Y. A. and M. A., Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach, WCB/McGraw Hill,
1998.
Laboratory:
Thermodynamic Lab
- Mechanical Equivalent of Heat
- Reciprocating Compressor Test
- Evaluation of Higher Heating Value of Gaseous Fuels
- Evaluation of Air to Fuel Ratio Using ORSAT Apparatus
- Steam Properties
- Energy Conversion Test
MEP 211 Mechanical Engineering
2nd Year: Electrical Engineering. (1st Term)Hrs/Week: [(3+2) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(75+25+25) + (0+0+0)] = 125
Course Contents
Working fluid, The ideal gas, The first law of thermodynamics, Reversible
processes, Irreversible processes. The second law of thermodynamics, Thermal
cycles, Steam cycles, Entropy, fuel and combustion. Heat transfer by conduction,
Forced convection, Heat transfer by radiation, Heat exchangers. Power
generation plants, Heat cycles, Analysis and presentation on charts for pure
substances, Steam units, Boilers, Steam turbines, Condensers, Pumps. Gas and
combined units and operation of the gas turbine, Air compressors, Compound
cycles, Heat recovery boilers from turbine exhaust gases. Diesel engine units,
Performance and operation of diesel engines. Hydro-electric energy generation
plants, Performance and operation of hydro-turbines.
References:
- Van Wylen, G. J. and Sonntag, R. E., Fundamentals of Classical Thermodynamics, John
Wiley and Sons Inc., New York, 1973.
- El Wakil, M. M., Power Plant Technology, McGraw Hill Co., 1988.
- Holman, J. P., Heat Transfer, McGraw Hill Book Co., 1990.
Laboratory:
Heat Transfer Lab. & Thermal Systems Lab.
- Heat transfer by conduction
- Heat transfer by radiation
- Steam boiler operation
- Steam turbine operation
MEP 212 Thermodynamics (2)
2nd Year: Mechanical Engineering. (1st Term)Hrs/Week: [(4+4) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(120+40+40) + (0+0+0)] = 200
Course Contents
Second law of thermodynamics: Heat engines, Refrigerators and heat pumps,
Two statements of the second law, Reversible and irreversible processes, Carnot
cycle, Thermodynamic temperature scale, Entropy: The inequality of clausius,
Entropy as a property of a system, Entropy change for reversible processes,
Entropy changes for ideal gases, Liquids and solids, Entropy of pure
substances, Principle of the increase of entropy, Isentropic efficiency, Availability
and Irreversibility: Available energy, Reversible work and irreversibility,
Availability and second law efficiency, Cycles: First law and second law analysis
and representation on P,V and T,S diagrams for (steam cycles, air standard
cycles), Thermodynamic relations: Maxwell relations, The clapeyron equation,
General relations involving the change of internal energy, Enthalpy and entropy,
Joule, Thompson coefficient, Real gas behaviour and equation of state,
Generalized charts for change of enthalpy and entropy, Chemical reactions: First
and second law analysis of reacting systems.
References:
- Sonntag, R. E.; Borgnakke, C. and Van Wylen, G. J., Fundamentals of Thermodynamics,
John Wiley and Sons Inc., 1998.
- Cengel, Y. A. and M. A., Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach, WCB/McGraw Hill,
1998.
Laboratory:
Thermodynamic Lab
- Mechanical Equivalent of Heat
- Reciprocating Compressor Test
- Evaluation of Higher Heating Value of Gaseous Fuels
- Evaluation of Air to Fuel Ratio Using ORSAT Apparatus
- Steam Properties
- Energy Conversion Test
MEP 221 Heat & Mass Transfer
2nd Year: Mechanical Engineering. (2nd Term)Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (4+3)]
Marks:[(0+0+0) + (100+40+35)] = 175
Course Contents
Basic fourier conduction equation and its application for steady state in simple
and compound walls, Cylindrical and spherical surfaces. Study of the critical
radius of insulation, Extended surfaces (fins) and their efficiency charts. Study of
the unsteady conduction for lumped and unlumped systems. General conduction
equation in two and three dimensions. Planck's theory for thermal radiation.
Calculate the view factors and surface properties to identify surface resistance.
Draw the equivalent electric circuit and solve for temperatures and heat transfer
by radiation. Study radiation from gases and emissivity charts for CO2 and H2O.
Study all parameters affecting convection. Relations for free convection and
forced convection for inner and outer surfaces, Heat exchangers: Types,
Designs, Selection and performance, Basic equation of mass transfer and
simulation with convection, Two applications are studied in distillation columns
and cooling towers.
References:
- Bird, R. B.; Steward, W. E. and Lishtbast, E. N., Transport Phenomena, John Wiley and
Sons Inc., 1960.
- Incroperal David, P. Devitt, Introduction to Heat Transfer, John Wiley and Sons, 1990.
- Holman, J. P., Heat Transfer, McGraw Hill Book Co., 1990.
- Geankoplis, C. J., Transport Processes and unit operations, Prentice Hall Int., 1993.
Laboratory:
Heat Transfer Lab
- Determination of the thermal conductivity coefficient of an insulating material
- Determination of the temperature of a metal piece using the optical pyrometer
- Heat exchanger evaluation
- Study of surface properties of two tubes in steam condensation
MEP 231 Fluid Dynamics
2nd Year: Mechanical Engineering. (1st Term)Hrs/Week: [(4+2) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(90+30+30) + (0+0+0)] = 150
Course Contents
Fundamental concepts: Definition of a fluid, Dimensions and units, Fuid
properties. Fluid statics: Pressure and pressure measurements, Hydraulic forces
on submerged surfaces, Rotating containers. Basic equations of fluid mechanics:
Kinematics of flow, Control volume approach, Continuity, Momentum, Energy
and Bernoulli's equations. Dimensional analysis and dynamic similitude:
Dimensional homogeneity, Buckingham method, Similitude. Flow in closed
conduits: Laminar and turbulent flow, Equation of motion, Primary and minor
losses, Hydraulic and energy gradient lines. Compressible flow: Sonic velocity
and mach number, Stagnation properties and Isentropic flow, Flow through
channels of varying area, Convergent and convergent divergent nozzles, Shock
waves. Flow over immersed bodies: Boundary layer growth and separation, Drag
on various two dimensional bodies, Lift on airfoils. Inviscid flow: Navier-Stockes
equation, Stream function and velocity potential, Laplace equation and various
flow fields, Superposition of flows, Fow about circular cylinder and airfoil.
References:
- Roberson Crowe, Engineering Fluid Mechanics, Houghton Mifflin Co., 1975.
- John, James E. A., Introduction to Fluid Mechanics, Prentice Hall, 1983.
- Munson, Yound and Okiishi, Fundamental of Fluid Mechanics, John Wiley and Sons, 1990.
Laboratory:
Fluid Dynamics Lab
- Effect of Momentum Change
- Velocity Survey in a Circular Pipe Using Pitot Tube
- Primary and Secondary Losses in Pipes
- Sonic and Supersonic Air Flow
MEP 271 Technical Installations
2nd Year: Architecture Engineering. (2nd Term) Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (3+1)]
Marks:[(0+0+0) + (70+30+0)] = 100
Course Contents
Preliminary studies for plumbing, Installations, Design of water supply and
drainage systems, Fire fighting, special structures, Industrial control of thermal
environments, Design criteria and suitability for architectural conditions,
Distribution and integration of AC exits with other building systems.
References:
- Threlkeld, T. L., Thermal Environmental Engineering, Prentice Hall, 1962.
- Stoecker, W. F., Design of Thermal Systems, McGraw Hill, 1992.
- Mull, Tomas E., HVAC, Principles and Application Manual, McGraw Hill, 1997.
- Francis D. K. Ching and Cassandra Adams, Building Construction illustrated, John Wiley
and Sons, 2000.
- ASHRAE Handbook Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning, ASHRAE Handbook, 2000.
MEP 281 Measurements
2nd Year: Mechanical Engineering. (2nd Term)Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (3+2)]
Marks:[(0+0+0) + (75+25+25)] = 125
Course Contents
Performance characteristics of measuring instruments: Calibration, Fixed and
random errors, Error estimation, Sensitivity, Linearity, Dynamic characteristics.
Pressure measurements: Mechanical pressure transducers, Manometers, Elastic
pressure measurement, Electrical pressure transducers, Inductive transducers,
Piezo electric transducers, Strain gauges, Flow measurements: Orifices nozzles,
Venturi, Turbine flow meters, Magnetic flow meters, Rotameters, Positive
displacement flow meters, Ultrasonic meters, Velocity measurements: Pitot tube
laser doppler anemometers, Hot wire anemometers, Temperature
measurements: Thermal expansion thermometers, Bimetallic expansion,
Resistance thermometers, Semi conductor thermometers, Thermocouples,
Thermal radiation thermometers, Analysis of combustion products: Props,
Sample condition, Gas analysis equipments for measuring O2, CO, CO2, UHC,
Nox and Sox, Gas chromatography, Force measurements: Weights and springs,
Calibrating rings, Strain and deflection measurements. Strain and stress
measurements: Load cells, Strain gauges.
References:
- Sawhney, A. K., A Course in Mechanical Measurements and Instrumentation, Dhanpat and
Sons, Delhi, 1989.
- Doebelin, Erest O., Measurement Systems Applications and Design, McGraw Hill, 1990.
- Holman, J. P., Experimental Methods for Engineers, McGraw Hill, 1999.
Laboratory:
Measurement Lab
- Statical Analysis of Calibration Data of a Pressure Gauge.
- Probability Analysis of Scattered Data Obtained Randomly for An Experimental Error.
- Using the Temperature Measurement Bench for Calibrating a Thermocouple and Resistance
Thermometers.
- Temperature Measurements Using the Optical Pyrometer.
- Calibrating Different Kinds of Pressure Transducers Fitted on an Experimental pressure
Measurement Bench.
- Calibrating Different Kinds of Flow Meters Fitted on an Experimental Flow Measurement Bench.
- Using the Pitot Tube to Measure the Distribution Over the Tube Cross Section of the Velocity of air
Flowing Inside the Tube
- Using the Orsat Apparatus to Analyze the Products of Combustion Gases Products
MEP 331 Turbomachinery (1)
3rd Year: Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Power (1st Term)Hrs/Week: [(4+2) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(90+30+30) + (0+0+0)] = 150
Course Contents
Part A: Cavitation phenomenon in water turbines: Theory, Effects and avoidance.
Water hammer phenomenon in pipelines: Theory, Effects and methods of
protection. Hydraulic turbines: Theory, Turbine Classifications, Construction,
Power calculations, Performance, Power house and environmental Impact, Non-
conventional turbomachinery applications. Hydraulic power In Egypt. Part B:
Centrifugal pumps: Theory, Construction, Performance, Operation, Cavitation,
Axial and radial thrust, Maintenance trouble shooting and selection. Positive
displacement pumps: Reciprocating pumps, Diaphragm pumps. Rotary pumps:
gear pump, vVane type rotary pump, Rotary piston pumps, Radial cylinder
pumps, Parallel cylinder pumps.
References:
- Church, A. J., Centrifugal Pumps and Blowers, John Wiely and Sons Inc. London, 1973.
- Govinda Rao, Fluid Flow Machines, McGraw Hill, 1983.
- Daugherty and Franzini, Fluid Machines with Engineering Applications, McGraw Hill, 1983.
- Sayers, A. T., Hydraulic and Compressible Flow Turbo machinery, McGraw Hill, 1990.
Laboratory:
Turbomachinery Lab
- Pelton Wheel Test
- Francis Turbine Test
- Kaplan Turbine Test
- Priming of Centrifugal Pumps.
- Performance of Centrifugal Pumps Under Different Speeds.
- Performance of Two Centrifugal Pumps in Series Connection.
- Performance of Two Centrifugal Pumps in Parallel Connection.
MEP 351 Power Stations
3rd Year: Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Power (1st Term)Hrs/Week: [(3+1) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(70+30+0) + (0+0+0)] = 100
Course Contents
Improvements in rankine cycle to increase its thermal efficiency, Water tube
boilers, Fire tube boilers, Condensers, Heat recovery boilers, Deareators and
feed water heaters, Economizers, Superheaters, Air heaters, Steam pipes and
steam traps cooling towers, Co-generation plants.
References:
- Domkundwor, S., Power Plant Engineering, Hanpat Ruixson, 1981.
- El Wakil, M. M., Power Plant Technology, McGraw Hill Co., 1988.
- Cole, H., Thermal Power Cycles, Edward Arnold, 1991.
Laboratory:
Thermal Systems Lab
- Performance of a fire tube steam boiler
- Performance of a steam turbine
MEP 352 Renewable Energy
3rd Year: Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical PowerHrs/Week: [(0+0) + (2+1)]
Marks: [(0+0+0) + (50+25+0)] = 75
Course Contents
Introduction to renewable energy, Study the causes and the power of wind
energy, Study of measuring equipment for wind speed and direction. Analysis of
wind energy data: Energy and frequency curves, Wind turbine theory and
aerofoil theory, Study of forces acting on the wind turbine and study the turbine
performance. Study of solar thermal energy: Its intensity in outer space and the
calculation of the solar intensity on earth, Study of solar angles, Shades and the
equation of time, Study of the solar collector and its components.
References:
- Duffie and Beckman, Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, John Wiley, 1980.
MEP 361 Combustion
3rd Year: Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Power (1st Term)Hrs/Week: [(4+2) + (0+0)]
Marks:[(90+30+30) + (0+0+0)] = 150
Course Contents
Chemical reactions, Properties of some hydrocarbon fuels, Enthalpy of
formation, Application of first law of thermodynamics on reacting systems,
Combustion processes calculations, Chemical equilibrium, Chemical equilibrium
constant, Equilibrium of single reaction, Equilibrium in multiple reactions,
Chemical kinetics, Simple global reaction mode, Detailed mechanisms of
reactions, Reaction rate formulae. Laminar premixed flame: Definitions, Simple
mathematical model and solution of the equations, Factors affecting flame speed
and thickness. Ignition, Extinction, Flammability limits, Flame stability, Laminar
non-premixed flame, Definitions, Simple mathematical model and solution,
Factors affecting flame height, Droplet evaporation. Applications, Simple
mathematical model and solution, Evaporation rate, Time of evaporation, Factors
affecting evaporation time. Burners: Gaseous fuel burners, Liquid fuel burners
solid fuel burners.
References:
- Van Wylen, Gordon J. and Sonntag, Richar E., Fundamentals of Classical
Thermodynamics, John Wiley and Sons Inc., 1965.
- Spalding, D. B., Combustion and Mass Transfer, Pergamon Press, 1979.
- Turns, S. T., An Introduction to Combustion, Concepts and Applications, McGraw Hill, Inc.,
1996.
Laboratory:
Combustion Lab
- Flame Propagtion Characteristics.
- Flame Stability Characteristics.
- The Effect of Air, Fuel Ratio on Combustion Efficiency.
- The Effect of Air, Fuel Ratio on Heat Transfer and Energy Balance.
MEP 362 Internal Combustion Engines (1)
3rd Year: Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Power (2nd Term)Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (4+2)]
Marks:[(0+0+0) + (90+30+30)] = 150
Course Contents
Definitions, Classification of I.C.E. The fuel -air standard cycle, Deviations
between the actual cycle and fuel air standard cycle, Combustion in S.I.E.
Combustion chambers of S.I.E., Combustion in C.l.E., Combustion chambers of
C.I.E., Fuel properties and its impact on engine performance. Friction and
lubrication, Effect of engine operating conditions on friction loss, Engine
performance at constant speed, Effect of engine speed on friction loss, Engine
performance at variable speeds and constant load, Properties and classification
on engine lubricating oil, Testing of the lubricating oil, Oil filters for the engines,
Cooling loss, Effect of engine operating conditions on cooling loss, Factors
affecting the cooling of the engine surfaces, Temperatures limit for the engine
cooling surfaces, Engine cooling systems, The engine actual thermal cycle.
Sources of pollutant emissions from internal combustion engines to the atmosphere
and the methods of reducing them.
References:
- Ferguson, Coline R., Internal Combustion Engines, Johnwiley and Sons Inc., 1985.
- John, B., Internal Combustion Engines Fundamentals, Heywood Machmillan Book Co.,
1988.
- Richard Stone, Introduction to Internal Combustion Engines, Machmillan Press Ltd., 1992.
Laboratory:
Internal Combustion Engines Lab.
- Test For Constant Speed Diesel Engine, Performance at Different Loads, Power, Thermal
Efficiency, Specific Fuel Consumption.
- Test For Variable Speed Spark ignition Engine Performance at Constant Throttle Opening, Power,
Torque, Thermal Efficiency, Specific fuel consumption, F/ A Ratio.
atmosphere and the methods of reducing them
- Test of Friction Loss for Constant Speed Diesel Engine, Willan's line, and for Variable Speed Spark
Ignition Engine, Morse Test.
- Measurements of Flash Point, Open, Close and fire point, For light Diesel fuel oil.
- Measerements of The Physical Properties of Engine Lubricating Oil, Viscosity test, Flash Point test,
acidity test for used oil.
- Measurements of Engine cooling Loss and Engine Heat Balance.
MEP 371 Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
3rd Year: Mechanical Engineering - Automotive Hrs/Week: [(2+1) + (0+0)]
Marks: [(50+25+0) + (0+0+0)] = 75
Course Contents
Meaning of air conditioning, Field of application, Properties of moist air,
Psychometric chart, Psychometric processes, Applied psychometric processes,
Summer air conditioning cycles, Winter air conditioning cycles, Air conditioning
systems in automotive engineering, Thermal load calculations, Simple vapor
compression cycles, Refrigeration systems, Refrigerants, Control device in
refrigeration systems.
References:
- Threlkeld, T. L., Thermal Environmental Engineering, Prentice Hall, 1962.
- Sherratt, A. F. C., Air Conditioning System Design for Building, McGraw Hill, London, 1983.
- Stoecker, W. F., Design of Thermal Systems, McGraw Hill, 1992.
- Mull, Tomas E., HVAC, Principles and Application Manual, McGraw Hill, 1997.
- ASHRAE Handbook Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning, ASHRAE Handbook, 2000.
Laboratory:
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Lab.
- Performance study of An Educational Air, Cooled Refrigerating System at Different Operation
conditions.
- Performance study of An Educational Water, Cooled Refrigerating System at Different Operation
Conditons
- Performance study of an Educational Air Conditioning Unit at Different Operation Conditioins.
More Courses in Mechanical Power
|
|
