The rudimentary concepts of thermodynamics are reviewed and further explored, after which advanced topics will be studied. Specifically, beginning with the postulation approaches, the physical structure of thermodynamics will be elucidated in a fundamental way. In contrast to conventional engineering approaches that are generally focused on the application aspects, we will discuss logic induction and the mathematical framework which shape this subject. In addition to some examples of relevance, regarding the formulation and description of fundamental equations, specific attention will be paid to advanced topics such as the stability of thermodynamic systems, phase transitions, and critical phenomena. Furthermore, closer insight will be gained as the macroscopic elements are connected to the microscopic structure, through the interpretation of entropy, in terms of a statistical mechanical treatment.

本學期上課因COVID-19疫情前三週採遠距非同步教學，上課影片請於原上課時間半日到一日後(系統上傳影片時間)至NTU COOL觀看。至第四週起，採實體教學，但學生需依安排之座位，實名制上課。

本課程加選方式為第3類：「有人數限制，上網登記後分發」。