Thermofluid System Section
Model heat, work, energy conversion, and system performance using engineering fundamentals.
TES
Thermofluid and Energy System
Engineer systems to utilize energy through generation, transfer, and storage — from cooling and heating to sustainable energy for the future.
Explore the study path ↓5Supporting courses
4Equipment & facilities
4Signature activities
1Related research projects
What this focus develops
Knowledge that becomes engineering ability.
Connect classroom fundamentals with practical investigation, modern tools, teamwork, and evidence-based engineering decisions.
Energy System Section
Energy generation with renewable energy and batter storage system.
Lab Equipment
Thermofluid & Energy Systems Lab
Learning, research, prototyping, testing, and engineering services.
4TES equipment
01AC Conditioning System
Investigate cooling performance, spraying control, sensors, actuation, and energy-efficient operation.
02Solar Tracking System
Study solar positioning, tracking control, energy capture, measurement, and renewable-system performance.
03PlannedWind Turbine System
Extend future learning and research in wind-energy conversion, measurement, control, and system performance.
04HVAC System
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning System
Supporting curriculum
A progressive four-year study path.
Foundation subjects lead to specialist work, integrated projects, industry experience, and the final capstone.
Core engineering systems
TES2114Heat and Mass Transfer3 credits
TES1207Fluid Mechanics3 credits
TES3127Engineering Thermodynamics3 credits
Integration & specialization
TES3232Energy System Engineering I3 credits
TES4139Energy System Engineering II3 credits
The course mapping is a program overview and can be updated in the CMS when the official study plan changes.
How students learn
Active learning beyond memorization.
Activities combine technical knowledge with communication, iteration, safety, and reflection.
Thermal and fluid laboratory
Test real systems, compare measurements with theory, and communicate uncertainty.
Cooling-system build
Design and test a controlled cooling or spraying solution for a practical application.
Campus energy audit
Collect energy-use evidence and turn it into prioritized improvement recommendations.
Renewable-energy field study
Evaluate operating conditions, performance, maintenance, and community context on site.
Career pathways
Where this focus can take you.
Graduates can move across technical and leadership roles as their experience grows.
Energy Engineer
Improve energy generation, conversion, efficiency, and sustainability.
Power Engineer
Support reliable energy and power systems across facilities and industry.
HVAC Engineer
Design and manage heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and cooling systems.
Plant Engineer
Operate and improve complex thermal, fluid, and utility systems.
Research & Innovation
Research connected to this focus.
Explore current projects in Research & Innovation for full project details and related focus areas.
