Thermodynamics

Best thermodynamics books and tools

Resources for Thermodynamics under Science. Pair these picks with articles on thestemprofessor.com.

• Fundamentals of Thermodynamics (Sonntag, Borgnakke & Van Wylen) — Classic thermodynamics for physics and engineering.
• Thermal Physics (Charles Kittel & Herbert Kroemer) — Statistical mechanics bridge from thermodynamics.
• Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach (Cengel & Boles) — Engineering thermo cycles and property tables.
• Schaum's Outline of Thermodynamics for Engineers — Problem drill for entropy and heat engines.
• STEM lab notebook (grid + ruled) — Keep lab notes, units, and sketches in one place.
• Index cards for formulas and terms — Quick review between lectures and problem sets.