Course syllabus for Internal combustion engines

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Course syllabus adopted 2021-10-12 by Head of Programme (or corresponding).

Overview

  • Swedish nameFörbränningsmotorteknik
  • CodeMTF242
  • Credits7.5 Credits
  • OwnerMPMOB
  • Education cycleSecond-cycle
  • Main field of studyMechanical Engineering, Shipping and Marine Technology
  • DepartmentMECHANICS AND MARITIME SCIENCES
  • GradingTH - Pass with distinction (5), Pass with credit (4), Pass (3), Fail

Course round 1

  • Teaching language English
  • Application code 89136
  • Block schedule
  • Open for exchange studentsYes

Credit distribution

0121 Design exercise + laboratory 1.5 c
Grading: UG		 1.5 c
0122 Examination 6 c
Grading: TH		 6 c
  • 11 Mar 2023 pm J
  • 07 Jun 2023 pm J
  • 21 Aug 2023 pm J

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Eligibility

General entry requirements for Master's level (second cycle)
Applicants enrolled in a programme at Chalmers where the course is included in the study programme are exempted from fulfilling the requirements above.

Specific entry requirements

English 6 (or by other approved means with the equivalent proficiency level)
Applicants enrolled in a programme at Chalmers where the course is included in the study programme are exempted from fulfilling the requirements above.

Course specific prerequisites

Basic course in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics. MMS195 - Introduction to propulsion and energy systems for transport.

Aim

The course aims at providing deepened knowledge of internal combustion engines.

Learning outcomes (after completion of the course the student should be able to)

Describe and explain the major phenomena going on in an internal combustion engine such as gas exchange, mixture preparation, combustion, and emissions formation/reduction. Describe different ICE strategies for emissions and efficiency optimization. Describe how engine experiments and simulation can be used in the ICE development process.

Content

This course will be a continuation of the ICE introduction in the course MMS195 - Introduction to propulsion and energy systems for transport. It will include laboratory (engine dismantling and engine dyno-lab) and simulation assignments (heat-release and 0D gas-exchange). The principles that govern engine design and operation are complemented and more thoroughly discussed as fundamental ICE knowledge but also for state-of-the-art and future applications. The course provides the student with sufficient knowledge to take active part in ICE design and development work within the automotive industry. The course is primarily related to three global sustainability goals, namely: #3, good health and well-being, e.g. exhaust emissions #7, affordable and clean energy, e.g. efficiency and CO2 #13, climate action, e.g. efficiency and CO2, renewable fuels.

Organisation

The course is organized as a lecture-based course complemented with two technical assignments of which one 0D gas exchange simulation assignment using e.g., GT-Power, Amesim or Boost. There are also some minor exercises, an engine lab, and an engine dismantling lab. There is a midterm test in the end of study week 3

Literature

The primary textbook is John B. Heywood, Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals, second edition, McGraw-Hill 2018, ISBN 978-1-260-11610-6. Additional technical papers and material shown during the lectures are used as course material.

Examination including compulsory elements

There is a midterm, where some problem solving is tested, and a written final exam. Participation in lab exercises and completed assignments is mandatory for passing the course. The midterm is not mandatory but is strongly recommended since a pass result facilitates the final exam.

The course examiner may assess individual students in other ways than what is stated above if there are special reasons for doing so, for example if a student has a decision from Chalmers on educational support due to disability.

The course syllabus contains changes

  • Changes to course rounds:
    • 2023-05-16: Examinator Examinator changed from Lucien Koopmans (koopmans) to Petter Dahlander (dallas) by Viceprefekt
      [Course round 1]
    • 2023-03-09: Examinator Examinator changed from Lucien Koopmans (koopmans) to Petter Dahlander (dallas) by Viceprefekt
      [Course round 1]
    • 2023-03-09: Examinator Examinator changed from Petter Dahlander (dallas) to Lucien Koopmans (koopmans) by Viceprefekt
      [Course round 1]