Module Descriptors
TRANSPORT PROPULSION SYSTEMS
MECH40272
Key Facts
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Level 4
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 114
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Special Admissions Requirements
None
Module Resources
Library, Computers etc
Technical visits, including to RAF Cosford
FCET laboratories
Technical visits, including to RAF Cosford
FCET laboratories
Module Learning Strategies
Lectures (24 hours) will form the main teaching activity. Learning will be enhanced by mini-projects which will be supported by tutorials (12 hours). Laboratory visits will support the lectures by enabling students to handle appropriate components.
Module Indicative Content
The module will give an introduction to transport propulsion systems, including:
The internal combustion engines - the 4 stroke petrol and diesel, and 2 stroke, cycles. Essential components such as coil, contact breaker, electronic and magneto powered ignition systems. Carburettors, fuel injection systems, cooling and lubrication systems. Methods of power transmission via a variety of drive trains.
Gas turbine engines - fan, compressor, combustion, turbine and exhaust sections, operation and design considerations. Other forms of motor power such as steam, rockets and electricity. Applications to road, air, rail and marine transport.
The internal combustion engines - the 4 stroke petrol and diesel, and 2 stroke, cycles. Essential components such as coil, contact breaker, electronic and magneto powered ignition systems. Carburettors, fuel injection systems, cooling and lubrication systems. Methods of power transmission via a variety of drive trains.
Gas turbine engines - fan, compressor, combustion, turbine and exhaust sections, operation and design considerations. Other forms of motor power such as steam, rockets and electricity. Applications to road, air, rail and marine transport.
Module Additional Assessment Details
A 3000 word assignment (100%) which will assess Learning Outcomes 1-3.
Module Texts
Advanced Vehicle Technology by H Heisler, pub Society of Automotive Engineers, 2002, ISBN 0750651318
Aerodynamics, Engines and Systems by David Robson, Pub Crowood Press 2001, ISBN 184037330X
Aerodynamics, Engines and Systems by David Robson, Pub Crowood Press 2001, ISBN 184037330X