Study-with-us - Thermo fluids - Department of Energy and Process Engineering (EPT)
Study with us
Photo: Geir Mogen/NTNUThe Thermo-Fluids research group is one of the most research-intensive groups at NTNU. The group enjoys wide international links, a successful history in securing competitive funding for state-of-the-art research infrastructure, and a track record for publishing cutting-edge research results.
As a master or doctor degree student in the Thermo-Fluids research group, you will have the opportunity to work in an internationally leading research institute, gaining in-depth knowledge and skills in analytical, numerical, and experimental methods in specialist areas of thermo-fluid science. You will be trained to apply your expertise to address open-ended engineering problems, to work as part of a team, and to communicate your ideas effectively. Ultimately, your training will open the door to careers in academia, industry, and government as part of interdisciplinary groups .
More about education opportunities
We offer foundation level fluid mechanics and thermodynamics courses which are included in many different study programmes, including the large 5-year study programmes in Energy and Environmental Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. We also offer courses with specialised topics in fundamental fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and numerical methods.
After completing the initial year(s) in your study programme, you will acquire a foundation level of knowledge in Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics. These important topics are included in almost all engineering programmes, and will enable you to work together seamlessly with other engineers and specialists. Depending on your study programme, interests, and goals, you may choose further elective courses in more specialised thermo-fluids topics such as Heat and Mass Transfer, Turbulence, Viscous Flows, and Aerodynamics, among others, deepening your understanding, and opening potential careers opportunities in these areas.
Students of several study programmes can elect to specialise in thermo-fluid dynamics, taking a specialization course, project, and ultimately a Masters thesis. During your thesis you will conduct an in-depth open-ended investigation and/or research and development project, giving you the opportunity to apply the knowledge gained during your degree, and further develop your critical thinking and analytical skills.
Masters projects are often closely connected with the thermo-fluids group’s focus areas. Students who are enrolled on a relevant study programme, and are eligible to take a Masters thesis can learn more about typical projects by reviewing the research group focus areas, contacting relevant professors, or by studying previous theses.
As a graduate of the thermo-fluids research group you will be well prepared to meet the requirements of companies oriented towards Research and Development, technology development, consultancy, and technical services, or be well placed to continue your career in academia.
For details and overview of which courses are taught in the Fall and in the Spring semester, see Courses - NTNU.
Foundation courses
For 2nd and 3rd year students, we teach the following courses:
- TEP4135 - Fluid Mechanics 2
- TEP4100/-05/-10 - Fluid Mechanics 1
- FENT2002 - Fluids & hydraulics
- TEP4125 - Thermodynamics 2
- TEP4120 - Termodynamics 1
Specialisation
For 3rd and 4th year students, we teach the following courses:
- Fundamental and applied fluid mechanics
- Numerical methods
- Fundamental and applied thermodynamics
Mastery
For the 5th year students, we teach the following courses
- TEP4926 - Master thesis
- TEP4546 - Specialisation Course
- TEP4541 - Specialisation project
NB! Changes might occur.
Sanne de Jong Helvig, Master’s student in Energy and Environmental Engineering
Abhijat Vermat, Master’s student in Mechanical Engineering
The Faculty of Engineering Science and Technology offer a PhD in Engineering where you can write a doctoral thesis connected to research and development carried out in our research group. Available PhD positions are posted on the NTNU vacancies page and JobbNorge.
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- Master theses delivered at the department
- Project work
- Specialization course
- Student workplaces
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