A Project-based Learning Approach Improves the Calculation Skills of the Thermodynamic Properties of a Pure Substance

Students often struggle in calculating the Real Thermodynamic Properties (RTP) of pure substances, including enthalpy (H), entropy (S), specific volume (V), and internal energy (U). Project-Based Learning (PBL) offers an alternative instructional approach that integrates computational tools with inductive teaching methods. This study evaluates the effectiveness of PBL in a thermodynamics course, demonstrating that over 90% of students perceived an improved understanding of RTP calculations, with 70% achieving higher grades post-PBL implementation.