Module Descriptors
ENGINE DESIGN 2
MECH60273
Key Facts
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Level 6
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 114
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 50%
- CLASS-TEST weighted at 50%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
Class Test - multiple choice - weighting 50% assessing all learning outcomes 1, 2, and 3.
Assignment (50%) involving a Computational Fluid Dynamic analysis of an engine system will assess learning outcome 2.
Assignment (50%) involving a Computational Fluid Dynamic analysis of an engine system will assess learning outcome 2.
Module Indicative Content
Effects of variation of engine parameters including ignition timing, fuel supply, valve timing and compression ratio.
Alternative engine concepts and compare these with conventional modes of operation.
Feasibility of operation of engines on alternative fuel sources to encompass ECU's, emissions and environmental issues.
Alternative engine concepts and compare these with conventional modes of operation.
Feasibility of operation of engines on alternative fuel sources to encompass ECU's, emissions and environmental issues.
Module Learning Strategies
Lectures 12 hours
Tutorials 24 hours
Tutorials 24 hours
Module Texts
Introduction to Internal Combustion Engines, Richard Stone, 1999, ISBN 0 333 74013 0
Advanced Engine Technology, Heinz Heisler, 1995 ISBN 0 340 56822 4
Alternative Fuels ? Chemical Energy Resources, E M Goodger, 1980, ISBN 0-333-25813-4
Electric Vehicle Technology explained, J Larminie and J Lowry, 2003, ISBN 0-470-85163-5
Hydrogen and other Alternative Fuels for Air and Ground Transportation, H W Pohl, 1995, ISBN 0-471-95336-9
Advanced Engine Technology, Heinz Heisler, 1995 ISBN 0 340 56822 4
Alternative Fuels ? Chemical Energy Resources, E M Goodger, 1980, ISBN 0-333-25813-4
Electric Vehicle Technology explained, J Larminie and J Lowry, 2003, ISBN 0-470-85163-5
Hydrogen and other Alternative Fuels for Air and Ground Transportation, H W Pohl, 1995, ISBN 0-471-95336-9
Module Resources
PC based software, Pro Engineer
Module Special Admissions Requirements
CE00564-2 Engine Design 1 and CE00566-2 Vehicle Aerodynamics 1 or equivalent