Thermodynamics Help: Texts & Websites for Understanding

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The discussion centers on resources for mastering thermodynamics, specifically for students struggling with the subject. Key recommendations include "Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics" by Moran, Wiley's ThermoNet, Wark's and Cengel's textbooks, and Callen's "Thermodynamics and an Introduction to Thermostatistics" for a theoretical perspective. Additionally, Khan Academy's chemistry videos are suggested as supplementary materials to aid understanding.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic thermodynamic concepts
  • Familiarity with engineering principles
  • Access to "Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics" by Moran
  • Basic knowledge of online educational platforms like Khan Academy
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore Wark's Thermodynamics textbook for practical applications
  • Study Cengel's approach to thermodynamic problems
  • Review Callen's theoretical framework in "Thermodynamics and an Introduction to Thermostatistics"
  • Watch Khan Academy's chemistry videos related to thermodynamics
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Students enrolled in thermodynamics courses, educators seeking teaching resources, and anyone looking to deepen their understanding of thermodynamic principles.

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I am taking Thermodynamics this summer and having a some serious trouble with it. Does anyone know of a good text and or website that really explains things?

As a class text i have Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics by Moran and my professor showed us Wiley thermo net except neither of those seem to be helping much on the homework problems?

Does anyone have any other suggestions for me?
 
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I have written up a few thermodynamics tutorials here: CLENGI Thermodynamic Tutorials. I also think that you should consider using some Khan academy chemistry videos that relate to Thermodynamics.

Hope those help!
 
I used that book for thermo 2, and I hated it. Try using Wark's or Cengel's. If you want a more theoretical approach, you can go for Callen's "Thermodynamics and an introduction to thermostatistics"
 

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