Convective Heat Transfer Course | IIT Roorkee | Mechanical Engineering
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 107 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 4 weeks |
| Categories | Mechanical Engineering |
| Credit Points | 1 |
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 28 Mar 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Master the Fundamentals of Convective Heat Transfer with IIT Roorkee
Convective heat transfer is a cornerstone of thermal engineering, governing everything from industrial cooling systems to environmental flows. Understanding its principles is essential for engineers across mechanical, chemical, and aerospace disciplines. This detailed 4-week course, led by Prof. Arup Kumar Das of IIT Roorkee, offers a deep dive into the theory, mathematics, and real-world applications of this critical subject.
About the Instructor: Prof. Arup Kumar Das
Prof. Arup Kumar Das is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at IIT Roorkee. With over a decade of dedicated teaching and research in heat transfer, his expertise is both profound and practical. His research focuses on the fundamental understanding of interfacial transport in macro and micro-scale confinements, with applications in energy, environment, and bio-systems.
An accomplished academic, Prof. Das has authored/co-authored more than 35 peer-reviewed papers in prestigious journals from publishers like Springer, Royal Society of Chemistry, American Chemical Society, and Elsevier. His contributions have been recognized by esteemed bodies like the Indian National Science Academy (INSA) and the Indian National Academy of Engineers (INAE). Learning from an instructor of this caliber ensures you gain insights from the forefront of thermal sciences.
Course Overview & Objectives
This course is designed to build a strong foundational understanding of convective heat transfer by linking fluid mechanics laws with thermodynamic principles. You will progress from basic concepts like the thermal boundary layer on a flat plate to advanced topics such as phase change heat transfer and mass transfer analogies.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the derivation and application of the Thermal Energy Equation.
- Analyze forced convection for both low and high Prandtl number flows over surfaces.
- Model natural (gravity-driven) convection under different boundary conditions.
- Solve problems related to thermally developing and developed flows inside ducts.
- Explore advanced concepts like Rayleigh-Bénard convection and phase change heat transfer.
Who Should Enroll?
This course is perfectly suited for:
- Undergraduate Students in Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering seeking an in-depth elective.
- Middle-Level Managers & Professionals in industries like automotive, power, HVAC, and manufacturing looking to solidify their core engineering knowledge.
- Any engineer or enthusiast aiming to strengthen their grasp of transport phenomena.
Prerequisites & Industry Relevance
A foundational knowledge of Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics is recommended to fully grasp the course derivations and examples.
The principles taught are directly applicable in major global industries. Companies like Intel, General Electric, General Motors, ABB, and Nuclear Industries rely on convective heat transfer analysis for designing efficient electronics, engines, power systems, and reactors.
Detailed 4-Week Course Layout
| Week | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Different Convective Modes, Balance of Total Energy, Derivation of Thermal Energy Equation, Thermal Boundary Layer, Forced Convection: Low Prandtl Number over a Flat Plate |
| Week 2 | Forced Convection: High Prandtl Number over a Flat Plate, Forced Convection over a Flat Plate: Uniform Heat Flux, Natural Convection: Uniform Wall Temperature, Natural Convection: Uniform Heat Flux, Tutorials |
| Week 3 | Forced Convection in Ducts, Thermally Developed Slug Flow, Thermally & Hydrodynamically Developed Flow (Uniform Heat Flux/Wall Temperature), Thermal Entrance Region |
| Week 4 | Tutorials on Duct Flow, Rayleigh Bénard Convection, Heat Transfer with Phase Change, Mass Transfer Analogies, Tutorials on Phase Change & Mass Transfer |
Recommended Textbooks & Resources
To complement the lectures, Prof. Das recommends these authoritative texts, which are considered classics in the field:
- Burmister, L. C. - Convective Heat Transfer (Wiley Interscience)
- Arpaci, V.S. and Larsen, P.S. - Convection Heat Transfer (Prentice-Hall)
- Bejan, A. - Convective Heat Transfer (Wiley & Sons)
- Kays, W.M. and Crawford, M.E. - Convective Heat Transfer (McGraw-Hill)
Why Take This Course?
This isn't just another theoretical overview. This course provides the mathematical rigor and problem-solving skills needed to tackle real engineering challenges. With a structured progression from fundamentals to applications, and hands-on tutorials each week, you will gain the confidence to model, analyze, and design systems involving convective heat transfer.
Whether you're a student preparing for advanced studies or a professional aiming to innovate in your field, mastering the content of this course will provide a significant competitive edge. Enroll today and build your expertise in one of mechanical engineering's most vital subjects under the guidance of an IIT Roorkee expert.
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