ABSTRACT
The three basic modes of heat transfer are introduced in this chapter. Along with the governing equations for each mode of heat transfer, the required properties and flow parameters are reviewed, as these are relevant to the boundary conditions (BCs). After this introduction, the general heat conduction equation is derived using the energy balance within the solid material. Typical BCs are presented as a means to acquire a unique solution to the heat conduction equation. Given general BCs, thermal circuits are reviewed, to solve steady, 1-D problems. A variety of heat conduction examples are presented to review these topics typically encountered in an undergraduate heat transfer course.
