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M E 651 - Advanced Thermodynamics

M E 651: Advanced Thermodynamics (3 units) at San Diego State University. 1 section offered in Spring 2027, with meeting times, instructors, and seat counts. Prerequisites: A E 280 with a grade of C or better and M E 351. Counts toward Mechanical Engineering, Energy and Thermofluids, M.S. (2026-27), Mechanical Engineering, Energy and Thermofluids, M.S. (2025-26).

3 units
  • Energy and Thermofluids
  • Core Requirements
Offered: Summer 2027 (not offered), Spring 2027 (offered), Fall 2026 (unknown)
Advanced concepts of macroscopic thermodynamics are developed including entropy generation, irreversibility, effectiveness, exergy, and chemical exergy of fuels. Concepts applied to power and refrigeration cycles using computer software.
Prerequisites
A E 280 with a grade of C or better and M E 351.
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From the catalog

Grading
LTR: Letter Graded. The class will be offered for letter grade with no option to take it for Cr/NC
Repeatable
Maximum 3 units.

1 section in Spring 2027

Class #10409· In-person · Open · Letter · Graduate
40 of 40 seats open
Mon, Wed 5:30 PM-6:45 PM · GMCS 308