The module introduces power and propulsion system with a particular focus on gas turbine technologies. This includes discussions on gas/steam turbine power cycles and combined cycles, burning different types of fuels including fossil and bio fuels. The integration of these systems with the renewable sources (e.g., solar, wind) will also be discussed. The essential components of these cycles including the compressor, turbine, combustor, heat exchangers and power electronics will be evaluated. The discussions include design and off-design procedure of these cycles. For the propulsion systems turbofan, turboprop and turbojet aero engines components and design and off-design procedures and considerations will be discussed in good details. Furthermore the applications to road, air, rail and marine transport will be also explored.
For better understanding on the design and off-design of the gas turbine bases engines GasTurb and Aspen Plus software will be used where students will learn about the compressor and turbine maps and turbomachinery performance and efficiencies through this software. This module equips students with both theoretical and practical knowledge to understand how a modern gas turbine system for power generation (e.g., power plants) and propulsion systems (e.g., subsonic or supersonic aircraft engine) is designed and operated.
36 hours of formal classes or directed learning/reading will be provided using a range of learning methods including lectures, guest speakers, group work, independent supported learning and collaborative work. This will be heavily supported by an extensive VLE environment. Up to 12 hours computer cluster work using simulation software to simulate running of such gas turbine engines and/or laboratory work analysing the micro gas turbine engines will be provided.
The subjects listed below builds a strong understanding of power and propulsion systems and technologies:
• Gas turbine engine design, manufacturing and operation with detailed discussion of compressor, combustor, turbine, blade materials and manufacturing processes
• Covers both industrial gas turbines used in power generation and aircraft engines
• Design of engine intakes and exhaust for subsonic and supersonic flight, including reheat. Operational design and testing to avoid surge and stall and environmental considerations
• Design and off-design performance analysis and simulation of the gas turbine engines using commercial software (e.g., GasTurb, Aspen Plus)
• Alternative fuels and integration of power and propulsion systems with renewable sources
• Discusses emissions regulations and how pollutants can be reduced from synthetic fuels
• Experimental/simulation work on practical micro-gas turbine power generators

This module will enable students to gain understanding, apply knowledge, analyse and evaluate problems and create solutions through a variety of activities, including lectures, labs, tutorials and directed independent learning opportunities. Experiential learning is supported using simulation of the gas turbine engines in the computer cluster and/or practical exercises of microturbine gas turbine power unit in the energy lab.

Software package:
GasTurb and Aspen One software (available in computer clusters in S105 A and B)

Online resources:
Online tutorials, YouTube, power and propulsion forums such as https://propulsionenergy.aiaa.org/, https://www.gpps.global/, https://etn.global/.

- Ahmed F. El-Sayed, Aircraft Propulsion and Gas Turbine Engines, Second Edition, CRC Press, 2017
- Saeed Farokhi, Aircraft propulsion, Second edition, Willy, 2017
- Joachim Kurzke Ian Halliwell, Propulsion and Power an Exploration of Gas Turbine Performance Modelling, Springer, 2018
- A.H. Lefebvre, D. R. B., 2019. Gas Turbine Combustion: Alternative fuels and emissions. Fourth ed. Florida: CRC Press.
- S. Can Gulen, 2019, "Gas Turbine Combined Cycle Power Plants," CRC Press.

1. Demonstrate a systematic understanding of different power and propulsion systems and their components, working on fossil fuels and renewable sources (AHEP 3: SM7M).

2. Demonstrate an in-depth learning and understanding in gas turbine industry for continuing professional development in energy, transportation and aerospace industries (e.g., power plants, aircrafts, propulsion systems).(AHEP3: SM7M)

3. Demonstrate a critical awareness and evaluation of current state of the art technology, research areas, advanced scholarship, contemporary problems and/or new insights and possible future developments in power and propulsion engineering disciplines (AHEP3: D9M).

4. Evaluate design and off-design calculations in gas turbine systems and employ appropriate decision-making procedure in complex and unpredictable engine failing situations (AHEP 3: EA6M, EA7M, G1).

5. Demonstrating the capability to communicate with power and propulsion industries and transfer their study/research findings with specialist and non-specialist audiences (AHEP 3: D9M).

6. Demonstrate a systematic understanding of process simulation and performance analysis is power and propulsion systems using commercial software (AHEP 3: EA6M, EA7M, G1)

7. Demonstrate originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in the power and propulsion systems (AHEP 3: SM&M, D9M P10m).

Course assessment (50%) in using a portfolio of work undertaken within the module (a 2500 word assignment). The assignment will cover the specific items raised in the indicative content and will address the learning outcomes 3, 5, 6 and 7. Meeting AHEP 3 Outcomes SM7M, D9M, EA6M, EA7M, P10m, G1. Written exam (50%) covering learning outcomes 1, 2, and 4. Meeting AHEP 3 Outcomes SM7M, EA6M, EA7M, G1.

Practice formative class tests will be undertaken during the module and formative guidance and feedback will be provided in tutorial sessions within the class.