Thermodynamics

The aim of the course is to provide the basics of Thermodynamics and to introduce some fundamental quantities, like heat, temperature, internal energy, entropy, and the thermodynamic functions. The course goal is also to show some applications to thermodynamic systems, to describe models for phase transitions and to introduce some elements of classical statistical mechanics.

At the end of the course, the student will
- know the laws of Thermodynamics;
- have the knowledge and skills necessary for describing thermodynamic systems;
- be able to approach and solve problems involving thermodynamic systems;
- use properly the thermodynamic functions;
- be able to analyze phase transitions with the thermodynamic potentials;
- know the basics of classical statistical mechanics