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Johns Hopkins University | EN.510.312

Thermodynamics/Materials

3.0

credits

Average Course Rating

(2.79)

Second of the Introduction to Materials Science series, this course examines the principles of thermodynamics as they apply to materials. Topics include fundamental principles of thermodynamics, equilibrium in homogeneous and heterogeneous systems, thermodynamics of multicomponent systems, phase diagrams, thermodynamics of defects, and elementary statistical thermodynamics. This course contains computational modules; some prior knowledge of computer programming is needed.

Fall 2012

(2.78)

Fall 2013

(2.42)

Fall 2014

(2.68)

Spring 2023

(3.28)

Fall 2012

Professor: Margarita Herrera-Alonso

(2.78)

The best aspect of the course was the organized and wel -structured class setup. The students found the online notes and the professor helpful in learning thermodynamics. The worst aspects of the course included the computation models and the ineffectiveness of lecture. The course would improve if there were more examples to go over and if the professor was more organized. Prospective students should know that they will perform well in the class if they practice the concepts and stay on top of the material.

Fall 2013

Professor: Margarita Herrera-Alonso

(2.42)

Students thought that the best aspects of this course were the nice professor and the interesting materials covered over the semester. Students thought that the course was disorganized and that the lectures were not useful. The homework and exams did not align with what was taught in the lectures, and the professor seemed unsure of the content at times. Students suggested creating more organized lectures for each class to ensure that all of the information is covered and that the professor is prepared before class. Prospective students need to be comfortable learning materials on their own, and should have some background in thermodynamics and calculus.

Fall 2014

Professor: Margarita Herrera-Alonso

(2.68)

Students thought the best aspect of the class was the practice problems offered in class which students found useful for understanding concepts. They believed the least favorable element of the class were lectures which students thought could have been more focused and better organized. Students also expressed that the class could be improved if the syl abus was changed less frequently over the span of the course. They believed it was important for potential participants to know that the reading material was a key resource for success in taking this course.

Spring 2023

Professor: James Spicer

(3.28)