COURSE SYLLABUS
MEFC 113 – REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS
Second Semester, Academic Year 2022-2023
Part I
PHILOSOPHY Total human development with appropriate competencies
VISION A globally competitive university
MISSION Provides high quality instruction, research and extension
To lead in transforming human resources into productive self–
GOAL
reliant citizens and responsible leaders
DMMMSU aims to produce highly competent, specialized and
globally competitive professionals. This is operationalized into
graduate attributes that should be attained by the time students
will graduate from the university.
1. Professionally competent.
Exemplify the competencies and value required of their
professions.
2. Committed and responsible leader.
Demonstrate professional, social, and ethical responsibility
consistent with their roles as local and global citizens.
3. Effective communicator and collaborator.
GRADUATE Can effectively communicate and work in multi-disciplinary
ATTRIBUTES
teams.
4. Critical thinker and innovator.
Use relevant information and research drawn facts in
rendering sound decisions and developing insights for new
knowledge.
5. Reflective lifelong learner.
Engage in lifelong learning for continuous professional
growth and development.
6. Responsible environment steward.
Manage a sustainable environment, promoting peace and
prosperity for mankind.
SERVICE: Service to our stakeholders
PRODUCTIVITY: Productivity with passion for work
EXCELLENCE: Excellence in our programs through scholarly
undertakings
COMMITMENT: Commitment in delivering our mandates
CORE VALUES
INNOVATIVENESS: Innovation towards attaining operative
systems, breakthroughs, and milestone
ADVOCACY: Advocacy in transforming lives
LEADERSHIP: Leadership for transformation,
empowerment, and sustainable development
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A graduate of the BSME program should be able to:
a. apply knowledge of mathematics and science to solve
complex mechanical engineering problems;
b. design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and
interpret data;
c. design a system, component, or process to meet desired
needs within realistic constraints such as economic,
environmental, health and safety, manufacturability and
sustainability, in accordance with mechanical engineering
standards;
d. function in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams;
e. identify, formulate, and solve complex mechanical
engineering problems;
f. understand professional and ethical responsibility in the
field of mechanical engineering;
PROGRAM g. communicate effectively orally and in writing;
OUTCOMES h. understand the impact of mechanical engineering solutions
in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context;
i. recognize the need for, and engage in life-tong learning;
use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools
necessary for electrical engineering practice;
j. Know contemporary issues in mechanical engineering;
k. Use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools
necessary for mechanical engineering practice;
l. know and understand mechanical engineering and
management principles as a member and leader of a team,
and to manage projects in a multidisciplinary environment;
m. participate in the generation of new knowledge or in
research and national, regional, and local development
projects related to mechanical engineering; and
n. preserve and promote "Filipino historical and cultural
heritage".
Course Credit 3 units
Course This course is designed to provide a thorough foundation of the
Description thermodynamic principles and components of mechanical
refrigeration systems: cycles and associated equipment, and the
effect of their operation on the environment.
Contact 3 Hours/Week
Hours/Week
Course Heat Transfer
Prerequisite/s
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Course After completing this course, the student must be able to:
Outcomes
1. Apply the basic mass and heat transfer principles in the
analysis of refrigeration systems.
2. Solve problems involving different refrigeration systems.
3. Evaluate and compare the different properties of
refrigerants used in refrigeration systems and propose
alternative refrigerants.
4. Evaluate and compare existing refrigeration systems with
other systems under consideration. Make recommendations
to improve existing ones.
Course The following course requirements are used in this course and
Requirements are to be rated accordingly:
1. Activity/Quiz
2. Midterm/Final Term Exam
Classwork:
1. Classwork (activity and quiz) are conducted through Face-
to-Face.
2. Classwork should be accomplished on the scheduled date
and time.
Grading System Computation of Final Grade:
MIDTERM GRADE = 60% (Class Standing) + 40% (Term Exam)
Class Standing = 70% (Ave. Rating of Quizzes) +
30% (Ave. Rating of Activities)
FINAL TERM GRADE = 60% (Class Standing) + 40% (Term Exam)
Class Standing = 70% (Ave. Rating of Quizzes) +
30% (Ave. Rating of Activities)
FINAL GRADE = 60% (Final Term Grade) + 40% (Midterm Grade)
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Part II
Course Outline and Timeframe
Time Frame Course Content/Subject Matter
Week 1-2 I. Introduction to Refrigeration Systems
Definition of Refrigeration, Refrigeration Systems and
Refrigerants
Application, Processes and Unit of Refrigeration
Reverse Carnot Cycle
Week 3-5 II. Standard and Actual Vapor Compression Cycle
Components, parts and functions of a simple cycle
Processes involved in the cycle
Thermodynamic analysis and performance measurements
Sub-cooling and Sub heating
Liquid to Suction Heat exchangers
Week 6-8 III: Multi-Stage Refrigeration Systems
Two-stage compression with water intercooler system.
Two-stage compression with flash intercooler systems.
Two-stage compression with water intercooler and flash
intercooler systems
Week 9 MIDTERM EXAMINATION
Week 10-12 IV: Cascade Refrigeration Systems
Closed type cascade condenser system.
Direct Contact cascade condenser system.
Absorption Refrigeration system
Week 13-15
V: Air Cycle Refrigeration Systems
Closed or Dense-Air System
Open-air system
Week 16-17 VI: Steam-Jet or Vacuum Refrigeration Systems
Principle of Operation of a steam jet or vacuum refrigeration
system
Energy analysis
Week 18 FINAL EXAMINATION
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5. Kumar, D.S. (2018). Fluid mechanics and fluid power engineering. S.K. Kataria
& Sons.
6. Kroos Kenneth (2018). Thermodynamics for engineers. Cengage Learning.
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8. Srinivasan (2017). Positive displacement pumps. Infinity Press.
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10. Singal R.K. (2016). IC Engines and compressors. S.K. Kataria & Sons.
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Prepared by: Recommending Approval: Approved:
KENNETH C. CARIÑO MELCHOR A. MEANA, PME LORENZO L. BACANI, Ph.D.
Instructor OIC - Program Chair, BSME Dean
01/09/2023 01/09/2023 01/10/2023
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