Engineering Thermodynamics Online Course | Prof. D.P. Mishra IIT Kanpur | NPTEL Swayam
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 120 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Core |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Categories | Aerospace Engineering |
| Credit Points | 3 |
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 26 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Unlock the Fundamentals of Energy: A Premier Course in Engineering Thermodynamics
Engineering Thermodynamics forms the bedrock of understanding energy, its transformations, and its applications in virtually every engineering system—from jet engines and power plants to refrigerators and chemical processes. For undergraduate students in core engineering disciplines, a solid grasp of these principles is non-negotiable. We are excited to present an exceptional opportunity to learn this critical subject from one of India's most distinguished professors.
Meet Your Instructor: Prof. Debi Prasad Mishra
This course is meticulously designed and delivered by Prof. D.P. Mishra, a renowned authority in the field. Currently the Director of NITTTR Kolkata and a professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at IIT Kanpur, Prof. Mishra brings decades of academic and research excellence to the virtual classroom.
His credentials are impeccable:
- Expertise: Propulsion, Combustion, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and Atomization.
- Academic Contributions: Author of 5 textbooks and 9 edited books; over 260 research publications; 5 patents.
- Awards & Recognition: Recipient of the Indian Oil Golden Jubilee Professional Chair at IIT Kanpur and numerous other accolades.
- Pioneering Educator: Has developed 6 online courses on the SWAYAM-NPTEL platform, including a unique course on Ancient Indian Technology.
Prof. Mishra is celebrated for his logical, clear, and engaging teaching methodology, making complex concepts accessible to all students.
Course Overview: Engineering Thermodynamics
This is a 12-week, undergraduate-level course crafted to build a strong, intuitive understanding of thermodynamic fundamentals. The course is designed with the student in mind, progressing gradually from basic concepts to advanced applications.
Key Course Highlights:
- Level: Undergraduate
- Duration: 12 Weeks
- Primary Category: Aerospace Engineering (Highly relevant for Mechanical, Chemical, Metallurgical, and Mining Engineering)
- Prerequisites: 10+2 Science (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)
- Platform: SWAYAM-NPTEL (A Government of India Initiative)
Intended Audience: B.Tech students of Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical, Metallurgical, and Mining Engineering.
What You Will Learn: Weekly Course Layout
The course is systematically structured to ensure comprehensive coverage. Here is a week-by-week breakdown:
| Week | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | SI Units, Definitions & Concepts: System, Property, Energy, Equilibrium, Work, Heat, Zeroth Law, Temperature. |
| Week 2 & 3 | Thermodynamic Properties of Fluids: Pure substances, phase changes, Ideal Gas & van der Waals Equations, Steam Tables, Mollier Diagrams. |
| Week 4 & 5 | First Law of Thermodynamics: Application to non-flow and steady-flow processes (e.g., throttling), transient processes. |
| Week 6 & 7 | First & Second Law Application to Reacting Systems: Combustion, air/fuel ratio, adiabatic flame temperature. |
| Week 8 & 9 | Second Law of Thermodynamics: Entropy, Clausius inequality, T-S diagrams, Thermodynamic potentials (Maxwell relations), Availability. |
| Week 10 | Vapor Power Cycles: Ideal, Reheat, and Regenerative Rankine cycles. |
| Week 11 | Gas Power Cycles: Otto, Diesel, Dual, and Brayton cycles. |
| Week 12 | Refrigeration Cycles: Vapor compression, Absorption, and Gas refrigeration cycles. |
Why Enroll in This Course?
1. Foundational Clarity: The course emphasizes a precise and logical presentation of core concepts, building confidence from the ground up.
2. Practical Problem-Solving: Includes numerous examples and methodical techniques to tackle real-world engineering problems.
3. Learn from the Best: Direct instruction from an IIT professor with a proven track record in teaching and research.
4. Flexible & Free Learning: Access high-quality IIT-level education online at your own pace through the SWAYAM platform.
5. Comprehensive Coverage: From basic laws to critical engineering cycles, this course is a one-stop resource for your thermodynamics curriculum.
Recommended Textbooks
To complement the video lectures, Prof. Mishra recommends the following texts:
- Primary Textbook: Engineering Thermodynamics by D.P. Mishra, Cengage Learning. (Authored by the instructor himself).
- Reference Books:
- Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach by Y.A. Cengel & M.A. Boles (Tata McGraw-Hill).
- Fundamentals of Thermodynamics by Sonntag, Borgnakke, and Van Wylen (John Wiley & Sons).
Take the Next Step in Your Engineering Journey
Whether you are a student looking to ace your university exams, build a strong foundation for competitive exams like GATE, or simply understand the principles governing energy systems, this course is an invaluable resource. Prof. D.P. Mishra's Engineering Thermodynamics course demystifies a challenging subject and equips you with knowledge that is fundamental to innovation in engineering.
Enroll today on the SWAYAM-NPTEL platform and power your future with the laws of thermodynamics!
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