Portland, Oregon
June 23, 2024
June 23, 2024
June 26, 2024
Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)
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10.18260/1-2--48354
https://peer.asee.org/48354
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Ben Phillips is a PhD Candidate in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Baylor University, working as a Research Assistant in the Baylor Energy And Renewable Systems (BEARS) Lab. His research interests are in Energy Storage and Renewable Systems, with projects focused in Concentrated Solar Thermal Energy Storage. He aspires to become a lecturer in the field of Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
In this paper, we delve into the development and deployment of the Heat Exchanger Module (HEM) within a thermal/fluids laboratory. Focusing on enriching the educational experience within this specialized context, the HEM serves as a dedicated tool for students to explore and master heat exchanger principles, a cornerstone of Mechanical Engineering at the authors' university. Detailed discussions in this paper include the HEM's design, operational procedures, and its seamless integration into the laboratory infrastructure. By emphasizing critical concepts such as heat transfer and process optimization, students are empowered to gain hands-on experience in operating heat exchangers within a controlled laboratory setting. Furthermore, this paper analyzes the impact of the HEM on student learning outcomes through a mixed method assessment. It examines how the exclusive utilization of the HEM augments the overall educational experience, enhances problem-solving acumen, and reinforces theoretical comprehension within the realm of thermal/fluids. The results of these assessments are presented, offering evidence of the positive influence of the HEM on students' mastery of heat exchanger principles.
Phillips, B. M., & Yokochi, A., & Spence, A. M. (2024, June), Work In Progress: Enhancing Thermal and Fluids Laboratory Learning through the Integration of the Heat Exchanger Module (HEM) Paper presented at 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Portland, Oregon. 10.18260/1-2--48354
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