Applied Thermodynamics & Thermochemistry with Excel

Do you find the intricate calculations of energy changes in chemical and physical processes challenging? This course provides a clear, text-based pathway to understanding and mastering the essential concepts of thermodynamics and thermochemistry, empowering you to perform complex calculations with precision using Excel. By the end of this course, you will possess a strong foundational understanding of how energy governs reactions and systems, and you will be proficient in leveraging Excel as a powerful computational tool to analyze and solve real-world problems in this critical scientific domain. What you'll learn: Understand the core concepts of internal energy, enthalpy, entropy, and Gibbs free energy. Apply the Laws of Thermodynamics to analyze various chemical and physical systems. Calculate heat, work, and energy changes for reactions and phase transitions. Utilize Excel functions and formulas to perform thermochemical calculations, including Hess's Law. Develop structured Excel models for solving multi-step thermodynamic problems efficiently. Implement efficient calculations using modern Excel functions and dynamic array formulas for thermochemical data. This course begins with a thorough introduction to fundamental thermodynamic and thermochemical principles, gradually building your understanding before moving into practical, step-by-step applications within Excel. You will read explanations, work through examples, and practice your skills with written exercises. This course is for beginners in chemistry, physics, or engineering who want to master thermodynamic calculations and use Excel as a computational tool. No prior knowledge of thermodynamics or advanced Excel features is required. Embark on your journey to confidently apply thermodynamics and thermochemistry with Excel.