LEARNER GUIDE

Faculty Engineering and Technology

Industrial Engineering, Operations
Department Management, and Mechanical
Engineering
Advanced Diploma in Mechanical
Course Engineering

Module Title HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER

Module CODE EMHMT4A

Compiled By Dr PK Nziu

Year 2023-2

NQF Level 7

Credits 15

CESM Category 081501

Assessment Written Tests and Project

Module Type Core

Moderated By: Mr T Ramathe

 Table of Contents
1. WELCOME ....................................................................................................................................... 2
1.2 LECTURER’S TEACHING AND LEARNING PHILOSOPHY .................................................................. 2
3. CONTACTS AND OTHER DETAILS FOR THIS MODULE ......................................................................... 3
4. RATIONALE .......................................................................................................................................... 3
5. MODULE OBJECTIVE............................................................................................................................ 3
6. PREREQUISITES ................................................................................................................................... 3
7. LEARNING MATERIAL .......................................................................................................................... 4
8. HOW TO STUDY ................................................................................................................................... 4
9. HOW TO ACCESS VUTELA (BLACKBOARD LEARN) ............................................................................... 5
9.1 HOW TO ACCESS ONLINE LECTURES IN VUTELA ........................................................................... 6
9.1.1 How to join an online lecture................................................................................................. 6
9.1.2 Ground rules for attending online classrooms/pre-recorded lectures.................................. 7
10 GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES..................................................................................................................... 8
10.1 GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES ASSESSED IN THIS MODULE ................................................................ 9
10.2 Evidence of Assessment of Outcomes ...................................................................................... 11
11. KNOWLEDGE AREAS CONTRIBUTED TO IN THIS MODULE.............................................................. 12
12. ASSESSMENT ................................................................................................................................... 12
Tentative Test scope ............................................................................................................... 13
14. ACTION VERBS................................................................................................................................. 14
15. MODULE PLAN ................................................................................................................................ 16
15.1 LEARNING OUTCOMES .............................................................................................................. 17
16. ASSIGNMENT MARKING RUBRIC..................................................................................................... 18

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 1. WELCOME
The Department of Mechanical Engineering welcomes you as a learner in the Faculty of
Engineering and Technology at the Vaal University of Technology. The vision of the
Department is to be a Leading Department in Mechanical Engineering. Aligning with the
vision, mission and values of the university we shall uphold the following values:

• Integrity • High academic standards

• Honesty • Excellence
• Punctuality • Trust
• Professionalism • High quality

The department strives towards guiding students through the integration of existing
knowledge with new knowledge in order to foster their ability to:

• Develop critical, independent, and logical thinking skills

• Extract the common thread between different subject matters presented in
mechanical and other fields of engineering as well as science and technology in
general,
• Gain the knowledge required to make use of the leverage of the information and
digital era and computational tools in order to derive solutions to problems in the field
of mechanical engineering as well as other fields of engineering, and
Become innovative and be of positive contribution to industry, the economy and the broader
society and the environment
1.2 LECTURER’S TEACHING AND LEARNING PHILOSOPHY
The digital era has democratized access to information and channels of gaining knowledge.
Previously considered the privilege of a selected few, access to information and knowledge
have broken geographical, societal boundaries and constraints. “Only one’s hunger for
knowledge will determine how much one can earn and learn”. Nowadays, Information can be
ordered and served in the palm of every hand, on the top of any desk, anywhere, anytime and
on-demand. Given the defined context, I would suggest my role as the lecturer to be defined
as a facilitator and mediator between the knowledge brought by the student and its articulation
towards achieving expected outcomes in this module, for its use in industry and society. The
VUT community should count the rich library, furnished with hard as well as soft reference
materials as part of their blessings. Computer laboratories are also available as tools for more
access and interaction. Students are invited to be innovative in this space to benefit from the
leverage of modern technology and other resources to support their academic journey, be at
the cutting edge and compete with the best in the world. The presentation of Heat and Mass
Transfer will be a collaboration between the lecturer and students. The joint effort is expected
to result into a collaborative construction of knowledge and open a gateway for personal
exploration and innovation.

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 3. CONTACTS AND OTHER DETAILS FOR THIS MODULE

Title and Surname Office door Telephone number and e-mail

number address

Dr PK Nziu R215 [email protected]

Ms Lieketseng (Keke) Nakedi RE-205 [email protected]
(Administrator)

4. RATIONALE
Principles discussed in this subject lay the ground and open up the understanding for further
studies and other modules/subjects offered in the Department Mechanical Engineering. The
field of applications extends well beyond Mechanical engineering, therefore the relevance of
presenting the Heat and Mass Transfer to other departments in the Faculty of Engineering
and Technology. Getting acquainted with the principles discussed will prepare students for
academic and career success as they extend and find applications in most of the branches of
engineering. Upon successful completion of Heat and Mass Transfer students will be able to
understand and do calculations on:
• Basic heat transfer mechanisms (conduction, convection and radiation).
• Heat transfer by conduction in solids for steady-state and transient conditions.
• Heat transfer by convection in closed conduits and on external surfaces
• Heat transfer by thermal radiation.
• Convective mass transfer.
• Friction and pressure loss in boundary layer flows in closed conduits and external surfaces.
• Heat transfer with phase change (boiling and condensation).

5. MODULE OBJECTIVE
The goal of this course is to teach fundamentals of three heat transfer modes. The module impacts
knowledge on design of heat and mass transfer equipment. In addition, it also impacts knowledge on
optimization of the cost and efficiency of heat transfer operations in the engineering field.

6. PREREQUISITES
None

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 7. LEARNING MATERIAL
1. Prescribed textbook

Bergman, T.L., Incropera, F.P., DeWitt, D.P. and Lavine, A.S., 2011.
Fundamentals of heat and mass transfer. John Wiley & Sons.

2. Supplementary Hand-out Notes: Supplied by the lecturer

3. VUT Goldfield Library

Find time and browse books and resources available in the library

8. HOW TO STUDY
The learning that takes place in every Learning Unit (LU) forms the basis for more advanced
practical applications in higher-level modules. When studying Heat and Mass Transfer, you
should:

➢ Read, interrogate and identify the purpose of the outcomes expected in each
LU for your chosen career and in practical life,

➢ Understand the outcome for each LU.

➢ Ensure that you attain the outcome for each unit since you must
be declared competent in each and every unit in the module in order to
receive credit for a module.

➢ Do all learning activities (exercises) in every learning section (or learning part)
of the learning guide;

➢ Browse online resources

➢ Submit fully completed assignments according to the time schedule.

You are also encouraged to create discussion groups and bring questions and concerns to the
attention of tutors and lecturer early enough to be assisted as the content is being discussed.
The date and time of assessment of each unit will be given in advance. Ensure that you
prepare properly and be on time

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 9. HOW TO ACCESS VUTELA (BLACKBOARD LEARN)
You can log in to VUTela/Blackboard Learn on a web browser on your computer or a mobile
app. You need three pieces of information to access Blackboard:

• Blackboard/VUTela site: https://vut.blackboard.com/webapps/login/

• Your username (Student Email)

• Your password (Birthdate yyyy/mm/dd)

In most cases, the web address directs you to the login page. If you're directed to another
location, look for a login button or a special portal area.

What happens after I log in?

When you access the login page the first time, a pop-up will appear that will direct you to
the Blackboard Profiles Terms of Service. You have to read the material and at the bottom
accept it before you will be able to log in.

New users see a welcome page that invites them to create a profile. If you did not accept
the terms of service, you wouldn't be granted access to some tools. You can choose to
create a profile later.

Existing users see the My Courses tab. From this tab, you can access the courses where
you're enrolled.

Where can I find support for VUTela (Blackboard Learn)?

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 Blackboard Learn has comprehensive help for students online. It can be accessed here:
https://help.blackboard.com/Learn/Student

9.1 HOW TO ACCESS ONLINE LECTURES IN VUTELA

9.1.1 How to join an online lecture

Online lecture sessions are scheduled on VUTELA, using a tool called Blackboard
Collaborate Ultra. From this tool, you can attend online lectures and view recordings of
sessions. To attend a scheduled lecture, follow the following steps:

a) On the course home screen, select ONLINE CLASSES from the pop-up menu on the
left side of the screen. This will take you automatically to the Blackboard
Collaborate Ultra screen.

b) Blackboard Collaborate Ultra Interface

The Blackboard Collaborate Ultra tools have two areas, Sessions and Recordings.

In the Sessions area, click on session links to access scheduled meetings.

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 Select the session you want to attend and then Join session.

c) View online assistance for Blackboard Collaborate Help:

https://help.blackboard.com/Collaborate/Ultra

9.1.2 Ground rules for attending online classrooms/pre-recorded

lectures
• Check connection – ensure you are connected to the internet.
• Set-up properly – be ready to join the video call in good time and make sure
you have the appropriate equipment ready (e.g., pen, paper, textbook etc.).
Prepare everything you will need during the online session beforehand.
• Listen carefully – avoid being distracted by background noise, wear
headphones when possible.
• If class is pre-recorded students must download and watch the file away from
distractions and treat it with similar importance as a live class.

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 10 GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES
The Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) is a statutory body established in terms of
the Engineering Profession Act (EPA), 46 of 2000. ECSA's primary role is the regulation
of the engineering profession in terms of this Act. Its core functions are the accreditation
of engineering programmes, registration of persons as professionals in specified
categories, and the regulation of the practice of registered persons.

Consequently, the ECSA is the only body in South Africa that is authorised to register
engineering professionals and bestow the use of engineering titles, such as Pr Eng, Pr Tech
Eng, Pr Techni Eng, Pr Cert Eng, on persons who have met the requisite professional
registration criteria. (https://www.ecsa.co.za )

The Engineering Council of South Africa, in their document E-02-PN, Rev 3 (Qualification
Standard for Diploma in Engineering: NQF level 6), prescribes eleven Graduate Attributes
(GAs) that learners should be able to demonstrate competence in by the time they have
finished their qualification. Graduate Attributes are clear, concise statements of the
qualities, skills and understandings that learners should develop during their time with the
institution. These attributes include and go beyond the disciplinary expertise or technical
knowledge that has traditionally formed the core of most university courses.

Graduate Attributes defined below are stated generically and will be assessed in the
Industrial engineering discipline contexts. The Department of Industrial Engineering and
Operations Management shall, in its quality assurance process, demonstrate that an
effective integrated assessment strategy is used. Identified components of assessment
must address the summative assessment of graduate attributes. Evidence should be
derived from significant work or multiple instances of limited scale work.

Below is a short summary of the 12 Graduate Attributes that will be developed and
assessed in different subjects during your studies for this qualification. To view the full
description, please refer to the qualification standard using the following link:

https://ecsa.co.za/ECSADocuments/Shared%20Documents/E-02-
PN%20Qualification%20Standard%20for%20Diploma%20in%20Engineering%20NQF%2
0Level%206.pdf

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 Graduate Attribute Learning Outcome
GA1 Problem Solving. Identify, formulate, analyse and solve well-
defined engineering problems.
GA2 Application of scientific and Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural
engineering knowledge sciences, engineering fundamentals and an
engineering speciality to solve well-defined
engineering problems.
GA3 Engineering Design Perform procedural design and synthesis of
components, systems, engineering works,
products or processes.
GA4 Investigations, Demonstrate competence to design and conduct
experiments and data investigations and experiments.
analysis
GA5 Engineering methods, Demonstrate competence to use appropriate
skills, and tools, including engineering methods, skills and tools, including
information technology those based on information technology.
GA6 Professional and technical Demonstrate competence to communicate
communication effectively, both orally and in writing, with
engineering audiences and the community at
large.
GA7 Sustainability and Impact Demonstrate a critical awareness of the
of Engineering Activity sustainability and impact of engineering activity
on the social, industrial and physical
environment.
GA8 Individual, team and Demonstrate competence to work effectively as
multidisciplinary working an individual, in teams and in multidisciplinary
environments.
GA9 Independent learning Demonstrate competence to engage in
ability independent learning through well-developed
learning skills.
GA10 Engineering Demonstrate a critical awareness of the need to
Professionalism act professionally and ethically and to exercise
judgment, and take responsibility within own
limits of competence.
GA11 Engineering Management Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of
engineering management principles and
economic decision-making.
GA12 Workplace Practices Demonstrate an understanding of workplace
practices to solve engineering problems
consistent with academic learning achieved.

10.1 GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES ASSESSED IN THIS MODULE

While it could be expected that the students develop as many as possible of the attributes
above, Engineering Economics will specially target the following attributes (the list is not
restrictive as the development of more attributes could be targeted as can be deem useful
for the students readiness for the workplace):

• Graduate Attribute 11: Engineering Management

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 Graduate Attribute Evidence Provided
GA8 8: Individual, team and multidisciplinary working • Project
Learning outcome: Demonstrate knowledge and
understanding of engineering management principles
and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and
leader in a team and to manage projects.

Range Statement:
1. The ability to manage a project should be
demonstrated in the form of the project indicated in
graduate attribute 3.
2. Tasks are discipline specific and within the technical
competence of the graduate.
3. Projects could include laboratories, business plans,
design, etc.
4. Management principles include.
4.1 Planning: set objectives, select strategies,
implement strategies, and review achievement.
4.2 Organising: set operational model, identify, and
assign tasks, identify inputs, delegate responsibility
and authority.
4.3 Leading: give directions, set example,
communicate, motivate.
4.4 Controlling: monitor performance, check against
standards, identify variations and take remedial
action

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 10.2 Evidence of Assessment of Outcomes

8: Individual, team and multidisciplinary working

Learning outcome: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management
principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team and to
manage projects.

Range Statement:
5. The ability to manage a project should be demonstrated in the form of the project
indicated in graduate attribute 3.
6. Tasks are discipline specific and within the technical competence of the graduate.
7. Projects could include laboratories, business plans, design, etc.
8. Management principles include.
4.1 Planning: set objectives, select strategies, implement strategies, and review
achievement.
4.2 Organising: set operational model, identify, and assign tasks, identify inputs,
delegate responsibility and authority.
4.3 Leading: give directions, set example, communicate, motivate.
4.4 Controlling: monitor performance, check against standards, identify variations and
take remedial action

Where is outcome assessed? Heat and Mass Transfer in a project

How is this outcome assessed? This attribute is assessed on a mini project as a
team to design and size a heat and mass transfer
system using the fundamental principles of heat
and mass transfer. The students must work
collectively as a team to tackle the project and
present their individual contributions at the end
of the project. By presenting the student shows
the ability to lead a certain portion of the project
as a whole.
What is satisfactory performance? The individual’s contribution must
be evident within the group. The student must
show ability to work with peers in the
undertaking.
What is the consequence of If the student scores less than 50% in either the
unsatisfactory performance? graduate attribute or academic mark in the
project, they will be given another opportunity.
If the student still fails to pass the assessment the
student will have to repeat the module.

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 11. KNOWLEDGE AREAS CONTRIBUTED TO IN THIS MODULE
KNOWLEDGE AREA CREDITS

Mathematical Sciences 2.4

Natural Sciences 0

Engineering Sciences 0.6

Design and Synthesis 1.8

Computing and Information

1.8
Technology

Complementary Studies 3.5

Work-integrated Learning 0

TOTAL CREDITS FOR SUBJECT 10

This module contributes to mathematical sciences in the development of new economic

mathematical relationships such as the time value of money. Computing and information
technology is a key aspect in engineering economics as we deal with voluminous amounts
of economic data to be able to use spreadsheets to share and analyse this information.
Design and synthesis are a component of the module as we look at economic analysis of
best options in the design of flow and component design in industry. Complementary
studies are a key aspect in this course as we also look into accounting and marketing fields
outside engineering in our quest for a holistic understanding of engineering economics.

12. ASSESSMENT
The assessment of the achievement of the intended learning outcomes will take place on a
continuous basis by means of a variety of methods and may include the following:

• Tutorials
• Assignments
• Two (2) semester tests
• Project (1)
The above mentioned will determine the final mark as follows;

ASSESSMENT TYPE WEIGHT

Assessment 1 Written test 25%
Assessment 2 Written test 25%
Assessment 3 Written Project 50%
Final Mark 100%

There shall be no exam for the course and the final mark will be the calculated year mark.
Pass marks for the module is 50% and above

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 NOTE: READ T H E FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

TEST DUE DATES

Test 1 2023- XX- XX

Test 2 2023-XX-XX

Project 1 2023-XX-XX

The tentative scope of the respective tests is presented below. However, final confirmation will
be provided by the lecturer during the semester, before the Test. The time indicated above is
just an indication, pending the availability of venues as well as other constraints. Test venues
for individual students shall be published on t h e notice board (physical or electronic –
blackboard/Moodle) within 48 hours from the test date. Failure to sit in your allocated
venue will attract appropriate penalty.
Any complaint with regard to test marks should be made no l a t e r t h a n a day after the
scripts have been distributed in the class. Therefore, students are advised to make
themselves available for collection of their scripts.
A test w i l l be arranged for students with valid reasons for missing the main test no
later than a week from the date of the main test. However, still due to the availability of
venues or other constraints, the test may be scheduled to a later date during the semester
with a possibility of holding all missed tests to a single date depending on the way the semester
unfolds. A valid reason may include:

• Sickness: Students are advised to bring a certified sick note from a Medical practitioner
and this shall b e confirmed from the said practitioner.
Failure or late submission of practical reports and assignments will not be entertained, and
hence a severe penalty as deem fit by the technician/technologist and lecturers shall be
applied

Tentative Test scope

Learning unit / outcome 1

Learning unit / outcome 2
Scope for Test 1
Learning unit/ outcome 3
Learning unit / outcome 4

Learning unit / outcome 5

Scope for Test 2
Learning unit / outcome 6

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 Learning unit / outcome 7
Learning unit/ outcome 8
Learning unit/ outcome 9

Plagiarism is a serious offence, hence students found to have

copied each other works, be it in assignments, tests or practical
shall be awarded zero (0)
14. ACTION VERBS

In preparation for your studies in this module the action verbs used in the assessment of
your work in this module are given to you in advance. Make sure that you understand the
meaning of each and that you deliver your work accordingly.

• Demonstrate
Include and discuss examples. You have to prove that you understand how a process
works or how a concept is applied in real-life situations. [Example: Give a written
demonstration of the application of the research process in clinical nursing.]

• Describe
Say exactly what something is like, give an account of the characteristics or nature of
something, and explain how something works. No opinion or argument is needed.
[Example: Describe the characteristics of philosophical thought.]

• Discuss
Comment on something in your own words. Often requires debating two viewpoints or
two different possibilities. [Example: Distinguish between a positivistic and hermeneutic
view of science.]

• Essay
An extensive description of a concept is required. [Example: Write an essay about the
value of philosophy for the nursing researcher.]

• Example
A practical illustration of a concept is required. [Example: Give an example of a
descriptive study.]

• Explain/clarify
Clarify or give reasons for something, usually in your own words. You must prove that
you understand the contents. It may be useful to use examples or illustrations.
[Example: Briefly explain the following research methods: The experiment correlation
studies.]

• Illustrate
Draw a diagram or sketch the representation of a phenomenon or idea. [Example:
Explain the menstruation cycle. Write a short essay and illustrate the cycle.]

• Motivate
You should explain the reasons for your statements or views. You should try to convince
the reader of you view. [Example: Write an essay about your own philosophical
viewpoint on health. Motivate your answer.]

• Summarise

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 Give a structured overview of the key (most important) aspects of a topic. This must
always be done in your own words. [Example: Give a summary of the core
characteristics of an explanatory study.]

• Analyse
Identify parts or elements of a concept. [Example: Analyse the research process.]

• Compare/contrast
Point out the similarities and the differences between objectives, ideas or points of view.
When you compare two or more objectives, you should do so systematically –
completing one aspect at a time. It is always better to do this in your own words.
[Example: Compare the Christian philosophy with the American philosophy.]

• Debate
Logically formulate an argument by discussing opposing viewpoints, such as similarities
and dissimilarities; pros and cons; advantages and disadvantages on a given topic.
Follow a question attitude and hold a formal argument. [Example: Debate the
acceptability of abortion as a means of birth control in South Africa.]

• Criticise
This means that you should indicate whether you agree or disagree with a certain
statement or viewpoint. You should describe what you agree/disagree with and give
reasons for your view. [Example: Write critical comments about a Christian worlds view
for Africa.]

• Evaluate
This means that you should analyse a theory, article, prescribed book, etc. to determine
its worth or value. You should constantly indicate whether you agree or disagree with
statements made and motivate your point of view. [Example: Evaluate the
effectiveness of self-regulated learning.]

• Draw a mind map/diagram/figure

Outline the main concepts pertaining to the study material by drawing a diagram and
completing the concepts in telegram style. Also indicate the relationships between the
different concepts. [Example: Draw a mind map of self-regulated learning.]

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 15. MODULE PLAN
No. Name of Topic/Sub Topic Week Chapter
1 Introduction to heat and mass transfer
Physical Origins and Rate Equations 1 1
The Conservation of Energy Requirement 1 1
Analysis of Heat Transfer Problems 1 1
2 Introduction to conduction
The Conduction Rate Equation 2 2
The Thermal Properties of Matter 2 2
The Heat Diffusion Equation 2 2
Boundary and Initial Conditions 2 2
3 One Dimensional Steady State Conduction
The Plan Wall 3 3
Radial Systems 3 3
Conduction with Thermal Energy Generation 3 3
Heat Transfer from Extended Surfaces 3 3
4 Two Dimensional Steady State Conduction
The Method of separation of variables 4 4
The Conduction Shape factor and dimensionless conduction 4 4
heat rate
Finite Difference Equations 4 4
5 Introduction to convention
The convection boundary layers 5 5
Local and average convection coefficients 5 5
Laminar and Turbulent Flow 5 5
The Boundary Layer Equations 5 5
6 External Flow
The Empirical Methods 6 6
The Flat Plate in Parallel Flow 6 6
Methodology for a convection Calculation 6 6
7 Free Convection
Physical Considerations 7 7
The Governing Equations 7 7
Similarity Considerations 7 7
8 Heat Exchangers
Heat Exchange Types 8 8
The Overall Heat Transfer Coefficient 8 8
Heat Exchanger Analysis 8 8
9 Radiation
Fundamental Concepts 9 9
Radiation Intensity 9 9
Blackbody Radiation 9 9
Emission from Real Surfaces 9 9
Absorption, Reflection and Transmission by Real Surfaces 9 9

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 10 Boiling and Condensation
Dimensionless Parameters in Boiling and Condensation 10 10
Boiling Modes 10 10
Pool Boiling correlations 10 10
Forced Convection Boiling 10 10

15.1 LEARNING OUTCOMES

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Learning unit 1/ outcome 1 • Understand the basic laws of heat transfer.

• Account for the consequence of heat transfer in
thermal analyses of engineering systems.
Learning unit 2/ outcome 2 • Analyse problems involving steady state heat
conduction in simple geometries.
• Develop solutions for transient heat conduction in
simple geometries.
Learning unit 3/outcome 3 • Understand the fundamentals of convective heat
transfer process.
• Obtain numerical solutions for conduction and
radiation heat transfer problems
Learning unit 4/ outcome 4 • Evaluate heat transfer coefficients for natural
convection.
Learning unit 5/ outcome 5 • Evaluate heat transfer coefficients for forced
convection inside ducts.
• Evaluate heat transfer coefficients for forced
convection over exterior surfaces.
Learning unit 6/outcome 6 • Analyse heat exchanger performance by using the
method of log mean temperature difference.
Learning unit 7/outcome 7 • Analyse heat exchanger performance by using the
method of heat exchanger effectiveness.
Learning unit 8/outcome 8 • Calculate radiation heat transfer between black
body surfaces.
Learning unit 9/outcome 9 • Calculate radiation heat exchange between gray
body surfaces.

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 16. ASSIGNMENT MARKING RUBRIC

LEVEL OF ACHIEVEMENT Mark

Level 4 Level 3 Level 2 Level 1
GA INDICATORS Outstanding Competent Developing Inadequate

16-20 11-15 5-10 0-4

Individual contribution Participates and shows Participates and shows Participates and shows Fails Participates and 20
(Report) interest in discussions and interest in discussions interest in discussions shows interest in
Ability to contribute activities and activities and activities discussions and activities
useful technical ideas • Able to show • Able to show • Able to show • Fails to show
pertaining to heat and understanding and understanding and understanding and understanding and
mass transfer to advance comprehension of comprehension of comprehension of comprehension of
work of the team. This fundamental concepts and fundamental concepts fundamental concepts fundamental concepts and
will be evident in the calculations. and calculations. and calculations. calculations.
group work as students • individually be able to • individually be able to • individually be able to • fails to approximate
will be apportioned approximate heat and approximate mode approximate mode mode pertinent in each
sections of the project transfer mode pertinent in pertinent in each pertinent in each situation
work. each situation. situation situation
• Show
understanding
of the
fundamental
concepts of
conduction,
convection,
and mass
transfer in the
chosen project.
• Able to
perform
calculations to
demonstrate
the key
principles.
Understanding
the limitations
of the
equations
derived.
• Able to
accurately
assess which
mode is
pertinent in
any given
situation. To be
able to carry
out numerical
calculations
involving two-
dimensional
heat
conduction
equation and
compare
the result to
analytical
solution
• Ability to
define rate
equation and
relate it to
given task.
16-20 11-15 5-10 0-4
Team Skills (Report) • Ability to modify heat • Ability to modify heat • Ability to modify heat • Inability to modify heat 20
Displays good equations to suit the equations to suit the equations to suit the equations to suit the
interpersonal skills. engineering situation. engineering situation. engineering situation. engineering situation.
Ability to listen to, • Use appropriate • Use appropriate • Use appropriate • Inability to use
collaborate with and calculations involving calculations involving calculations involving appropriate calculations
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 champion efforts of conduction and conduction and conduction and involving conduction and
others. Works in a group, convection. convection. convection. convection.
taking a leadership role as
appropriate and
relinquishing the
leadership role as
appropriate. This will be
assessed in written report
and presentation.
• Comprehend
the most
important
factors in the
derived
formulae and
be able to
modify the
general
equations to
suit particular
engineering
circumstances
• Carry out
engineering
calculations
involving
conduction and
convection.
16-20 11-15 5-10 0-4
Individual contribution Contributes an Contributes an Contributes an Does not contribute an 20
(Presentation) appropriate share of the appropriate share of the appropriate share of the appropriate share of the
Shares workload ability to group’s work group’s work group’s work group’s work
share credit and accept • Completes assigned • Completes assigned • Completes assigned • Fails to complete
accountability. Time tasks on time tasks on time tasks on time assigned tasks on time
management ability to • Shows understanding of • Shows understanding • Shows understanding • Does not shows
manage time (estimate, modes of heat transfer. of modes of heat of modes of heat understanding of modes
prioritize, establish • Able to use heat transfer. transfer. of heat transfer.
deadlines and milestones). equation and understand • Able to use heat • Able to use heat • Unable to use heat
This will be assessed in a conduction and radiation equation and understand equation and understand equation and understand
presentation. in given project. conduction and conduction and conduction and radiation
• Understand • Use relevant matrices to radiation in given radiation in given in given project.
and solve project problem. project. project. • Can’t use relevant
differentiate • Use relevant matrices • Use relevant matrices matrices to solve project
between the to solve project to solve project problem.
three modes of problem. problem.
heat transfer:
conduction,
convection,
radiation.
• Derive and
simplify the
Heat Equation
using
conduction and
radiation as
boundary
conditions in
both steady
and transient
states.
• Able to apply
the technique
to create the
required
matrices and
obtained a
solution.
• Understand the
fundamental
relationships
between fluid
flow, and
convective
heat and mass
transfer.
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Team (Presentation) • Ability to put • Ability to • Ability to • Inability to 20
Ability to work together presentation put put put
with teammates in with flow of presentation presentation presentation
synchronizes presentation ideas and with flow of with flow of with flow of
and seamless integration present it ideas and ideas and ideas and
of ideas. seamlessly present it present it present it
• Apply the with team seamlessly seamlessly seamlessly
appropriate supporting with team with team with team
empirical each other. supporting supporting supporting
correlations for • Ability to each other. each other. each other.
forced and apply • Ability to • Ability to • Inability to
natural appropriate apply apply apply
convection to correlations in appropriate appropriate appropriate
determine a co-ordinated correlations correlations correlations in
convective manner to in a co- in a co- a co-ordinated
heat transfer solve problem ordinated ordinated manner to
coefficients, • Ability to manner to manner to solve problem
with a focus on progressively solve solve • Inability to
understanding show an problem problem progressively
the role of understanding Ability to progressively Ability to progressively show an
dimensionless Fouriers law show an understanding show an understanding understanding
parameters in and Ficks law Fouriers law and Ficks Fouriers law and Ficks Fouriers law
heat transfer in law in presentation. law in presentation. and Ficks law
analysis presentation. in
• Develop the presentation.
analogous
understanding
between
Fourier’s Law
for heat
transfer and
Fick’s Law for
mass transfer.
MINI PROJECT MARK 80
%

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