AUTO411 Internal Combustion EnginesIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Automotive Engineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Automotive Engineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: AUTO411
Course Name: Internal Combustion Engines
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 5
Language of instruction: EN
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. MEHMET TURGAY PAMUK
Course Lecturer(s): Assoc. Prof. MEHMET TURGAY PAMUK
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: Analysis and design of various types of engines used in transportation systems. Topics include advances in energy efficiency and emissions in automotive applications.
Course Content: I Engine Types and Their Operation
II Engine Design and Operating Parameters
III Thermochemistry of Fuel-Air Mixtures
IV Properties of Working Fluids
V Ideal Models of Engine Cycles
VI Gas Exchange Processes
VII Gas Exchange Processes, Cont.
VIII Mixture Preparation in SI Engines & Charge Motion
IX Midterm Exam
X Combustion in SI Engines
XI Combustion in SI Engines, Cont.
XII Combustion in CI Engines
XIII Engine Heat Transfer
XIV Engine Friction and Lubrication

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Defining Engine Types, Operation, Design and Operating Parameters
2) Defining Thermochemistry of Fuel-Air Mixtures and Properties of Working Fluids
3) Defining Ideal Models of Engine Cycles
4) Defining Gas Exchange Processes and Mixture Preparation in SI Engines & Charge Motion
5) Defining Combustion in SI Engines and Combustion in CI Engines
6) Defining Engine Heat Transfer, Engine Friction and Lubrication
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Engine Types and Their Operation
2) Engine Design and Operating Parameters
3) Thermochemistry of Fuel-Air Mixtures
4) Properties of Working Fluids
5) Ideal Models of Engine Cycles
6) Gas Exchange Processes
7) Gas Exchange Processes, Cont.
8) Mixture Preparation in SI Engines & Charge Motion
9) Midterm Exam
10) Combustion in SI Engines
11) Combustion in SI Engines, Cont.
12) Combustion in CI Engines
13) Engine Heat Transfer
14) Engine Friction and Lubrication

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: [1] Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals, John B. Heywood (TEXTBOOK)
[2] Engineering Fundamentals of Internal Combustion Engines, W.W Pulkrabek,
[3] Thermodynamics, an Engineering Approach, Yunus Çengel, Michael Boles
[4] Thermal Engineering (SI Units) (English) 9th Edition, R K Rajput
[5] Internal Combustion Engine in Theory and Practice, P.L.Ballaney
[6] Internal Combustion engine, By V. Ganeson, 10th edition.
References: [1] Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals, John B. Heywood (TEXTBOOK)
[2] Engineering Fundamentals of Internal Combustion Engines, W.W Pulkrabek,
[3] Thermodynamics, an Engineering Approach, Yunus Çengel, Michael Boles
[4] Thermal Engineering (SI Units) (English) 9th Edition, R K Rajput
[5] Internal Combustion Engine in Theory and Practice, P.L.Ballaney
[6] Internal Combustion engine, By V. Ganeson, 10th edition.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes
1) Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; and the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.)
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to examine engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
7) Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9) Conform to ethical principles, and standards of professional and ethical responsibility; be informed about the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Awareness of applications in business, such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Information about the universal and social health, environmental and safety effects of engineering applications and the ways in which contemporary problems are reflected in the engineering field; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
12) Knowledge on advanced calculus, including differential equations applicable to automotive engineering; familiarity with statistics and linear algebra; knowledge on chemistry, calculus-based physics, dynamics, structural mechanics, structure and properties of materials, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, manufacturing processes, electronics and control, design of vehicle elements, vehicle dynamics, vehicle power train systems, automotive related regulations and vehicle validation/verification tests; ability to integrate and apply this knowledge to solve multidisciplinary automotive problems; ability to apply theoretical, experimental and simulation methods and, computer aided design techniques in the field of automotive engineering; ability to work in the field of vehicle design and manufacturing.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; and the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.)
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to examine engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
7) Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9) Conform to ethical principles, and standards of professional and ethical responsibility; be informed about the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Awareness of applications in business, such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Information about the universal and social health, environmental and safety effects of engineering applications and the ways in which contemporary problems are reflected in the engineering field; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
12) Knowledge on advanced calculus, including differential equations applicable to automotive engineering; familiarity with statistics and linear algebra; knowledge on chemistry, calculus-based physics, dynamics, structural mechanics, structure and properties of materials, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, manufacturing processes, electronics and control, design of vehicle elements, vehicle dynamics, vehicle power train systems, automotive related regulations and vehicle validation/verification tests; ability to integrate and apply this knowledge to solve multidisciplinary automotive problems; ability to apply theoretical, experimental and simulation methods and, computer aided design techniques in the field of automotive engineering; ability to work in the field of vehicle design and manufacturing.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 15 3 45
Study Hours Out of Class 15 6 90
Midterms 1 8 8
Final 1 7 7
Total Workload 150