Department of Mechanical Engineering, Unit Catalogue 2011/12 |
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 Credits:
| 6 |
| Level:
| Masters UG & PG (FHEQ level 7) |
| Period: |
Semester 1 |
| Assessment:
| CW 20%, EX 80% |
| Supplementary Assessment: | ME50161 Re-assessment Only (where allowed by programme regulations) |
| Requisites:
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| Description:
| Aims: To examine the technology, operation and application of IC engines. To analyse the criteria governing IC engine design, performance, combustion and emissions. Learning Outcomes: After taking this unit the student should be able to: * discuss the parameters that define IC engine performance; * identify the distinct operating characteristics of different classifications of IC engines; * understand and predict the thermodynamic and mechanical constrains governing design; * explain the environmental issues concerning future IC engine developments. Skills: Problem solving, numeracy, written communication (taught and assessed), working independently. Content: Thermodynamic and mechanical principals; combustion and fuels; spark and compression ignition engines; turbocharging; fuelling systems; induction, in-cylinder and exhaust processes; emission formation and reduction/prevention; automotive emission legislation, case studies; introduction to IC engine simulation techniques. |
| Programme availability: |
ME50161 is Compulsory on the following programmes:Department of Mechanical Engineering
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