The principles of :
The 4 cycle internal combustion engine
The rotary internal combustion engine.
The gas turbine engine
The ramjet
The rocket

The uses of the particular types of engines.
Limitations of the engine types.
Future developments in aircraft engines.
Drive mechanisms including gearbox and drive chain.

Effects on the environment of engine emissions and how to reduce them.

An on-line examination based on multiple choice questions and answers weighted at 100% to meet LO 1,2 &3.
Demonstrates achievement of University of Staffs learning outcomes 1, 2 and 3.

Distance Learning using the Blackboard VLE. Use of libraries and on-line research. Learning will be supported by student centred tasks to build towards the final examination. Links to on-line video and student research will support the materials on Blackboard VLE.

Rolls Royce (2005). The Jet Engine. 6th ed. London: Rolls Royce.
Mattingly, D, VonOhain,H (1996). Elements of Gas Turbine Propulsion. London: McGraw Hill.
Heywood, JB (1988). Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals, John Heywood. London: McGraw Hill.
Charles Taylor (1985). The Internal Combustion Engine in Theory and Practice. 2nd ed. Massachusetts: MIT Press.

Blackboard VLE
Library facilities

1) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the ways in which modern aircraft are propelled. Know the key components of aircraft internal combustion engines and gas turbine engines. (Knowledge and Understanding).
2) Identify appropriate aircraft propulsion systems for particular aircraft types and uses. (Learning).
3) Identify possible future developments in propulsion and evaluate their value and possible uses. (Analysis).