Introduction to Heat Transfer

This lecture introduces the Heat & Mass Transfer course, covering practical information, course plan, and a recap of Thermodynamics. It explores the fundamentals of heat transfer, including mechanisms like conduction, convection, and radiation. The instructor discusses the first and second laws of Thermodynamics, emphasizing the conservation of total energy. The lecture transitions from Thermodynamics to Heat Transfer, highlighting the importance of transport laws in determining heat flux. It delves into concepts like Fourier's Law, Newton's Law, and Stefan-Boltzmann Law. The session concludes with a discussion on heat conduction, heat convection, and heat radiation, providing insights into temperature gradients, convective heat transfer coefficients, and electromagnetic radiation.