Available Dates

Mar-31-2025

Paris
June-30-2025

Paris
Sep-29-2025

Paris
Dec-29-2025

Paris

Dates in Other Venues

Jan-13-2025

Dubai
Feb-10-2025

London
Mar-31-2025

Istanbul
Mar-31-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Mar-31-2025

Barcelona
Mar-31-2025

Singapore
Mar-31-2025

Amsterdam
Mar-31-2025

Dubai
Apr-14-2025

London
May-12-2025

Dubai
June-30-2025

Kuala Lumpur
June-30-2025

Istanbul
June-30-2025

Barcelona
June-30-2025

Singapore
June-30-2025

London
June-30-2025

Amsterdam
July-14-2025

Dubai
Aug-11-2025

London
Sep-29-2025

Amsterdam
Sep-29-2025

Barcelona
Sep-29-2025

Singapore
Sep-29-2025

Istanbul
Sep-29-2025

Dubai
Sep-29-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Oct-13-2025

London
Nov-10-2025

Dubai
Dec-29-2025

Barcelona
Dec-29-2025

London
Dec-29-2025

Istanbul
Dec-29-2025

Singapore
Dec-29-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Dec-29-2025

Amsterdam

Course Details

This course provides a dynamic exploration into the principles governing the transfer of thermal energy in diverse systems. It is designed to equip participants with an in-depth understanding of thermodynamics and its practical applications. By the course's conclusion, participants will have acquired a holistic comprehension of thermodynamic principles, including the definition and relevance of different power plant systems, the exploration of crucial properties influencing energy systems, and the investigation of conservation principles for both closed and open systems. With a focus on work transfer, heat transfer, and the conceptual foundations of the second law of thermodynamics, participants will establish benchmarks for thermodynamic performance, allowing them to set standards for energy systems and processes. This course caters to engineers, technicians, energy professionals, students, system designers, power plant operators, industry professionals in refrigeration and heat pumps, individuals involved in internal combustion engines, as well as energy analysts and planners. Throughout the course, participants will not only gain theoretical insights but also apply their knowledge to solve real-world problems, offering a practical and comprehensive approach to mastering the complexities of thermodynamics. Join us on this educational journey as we delve into the intricacies of energy transfer, from defining systems to exploring advanced performance methods and analysing internal combustion engine mechanics.

At the end of the ‘Overview of Thermodynamics: Transferring Energy from Here to There’ Course, participants will:

Acquire a comprehensive understanding of thermodynamics principles and their applications in energy transfer.
Define and distinguish between open and closed thermodynamic systems, understanding their relevance in practical scenarios.
Explore essential thermodynamic properties crucial for analysing and predicting the behaviour of energy systems.
Grasp the conservation principles, including energy conservation for closed systems and mass conservation for open systems.
Investigate the mechanisms and principals involved in work transfer and heat transfer within them.
Have the conceptual foundations of the second law of thermodynamics and its implications for practical systems.
Establish benchmarks for thermodynamic performance, setting standards for energy systems and processes.
Apply acquired knowledge to solve real-world problems, incorporating examples and problem-solving related to power plants.

Engineers and Technicians: Seeking a comprehensive understanding of thermodynamics principles applicable to various systems, including open and closed systems, heat transfer, and conservation of mass.
Energy Professionals: Interested in gaining insights into power cycles, efficiency, and waste heat recovery for practical applications in energy production.
Students: Exploring the fundamentals and advanced concepts of thermodynamics, including ideal gas models, saturation regions, and entropy.
Mechanical and Thermal System Designers: Wishing to enhance their knowledge of thermodynamic properties and their applications in designing efficient systems.
Power Plant Operators: Looking to deepen their understanding of Rankine power plants, combined cycles, and methods to improve efficiency in power generation.
Professionals in Refrigeration and Heat Pump Industries: Seeking insights into cycle analysis, refrigeration, and heat pump cycles to optimize performance.
Energy Analysts and Planners: Wanting to set performance benchmarks, explore advanced performance methods, and understand the hardware of internal combustion engines for comprehensive energy planning.

Our courses in Paris are held at the LPC office located at:

75 BD Haussmann ,75 Boulevard Haussmann, Paris, 75008

Once you register, we will subsequently send you the course details, including the location, trainer, and other logistical information.

Pay Attention, Please! The course location at our offices is subject to availability. Should our office be unavailable, we will secure an alternative nearby venue and promptly inform you of the change. The exact time and location will be confirmed one week prior to the course commencement.

Course Outline

5 days course

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Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Exploring Thermodynamics: Systems, Properties, and the First Law in Energy Transfer

Defining Open and Closed Systems
Thermodynamic Properties
Conservation of Energy for Closed Systems
Work Transfer Mechanisms
Work Required to Compress Air
The First Law of Thermodynamics for a Closed System

Heat Transfer, Phases, and Properties: Unveiling Thermodynamics from Saturation to Ideal Gas Models

Heat Transfer
Phase Diagrams
Thermodynamic Properties and the Saturation Region
Internal Energy, Enthalpy, and the Specific Heats
The Incompressible Substance and the Ideal Gas Models for Equations of State
More Outcomes of the Ideal Gas Model

Mass Conservation, Power Cycles, and the Second Law: Navigating Thermodynamics in Practical Systems

Conservation of Mass for Open Systems
Steam Turbines
Steam Tables Discussion
Cycle Analysis - Power Cycles
Refrigeration and Heat Pump Cycles
A Conceptual Introduction to the Second Law of Thermodynamics

Efficiency and Power: Investigating the Carnot Cycle, Rankine Power Plants, and Advanced Performance Methods

The Carnot Cycle
The Rankine Power Plant
An Introduction to Ideal Performance and Entropy
More Advanced Methods to Increase the Efficiency of Rankine Power Plants
Examples and Problems on the Analysis of a Rankine Power Plant

Exploring Brayton Cycles, Combined Power, Energy Carriers, Performance Benchmarks, and Internal Combustion Engine Mechanics

Air Standard Power Cycles - The Brayton Cycle
More Waste Heat Recovery - Combined Cycles
Energy Carriers
Setting the Bar for Performance
The Hardware of Our Internal Combustion Engines

Launching into Thermodynamics: A Journey Through Energy Transfer

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