Course content

Overview of different types of internal combustion engines (ICE). Piston engine construction and features. Introduction to the working cycle of ICE with emphassi on factors that influence engine performance.
Gas exchange process and increasing engine power by means of turbocharging. Engine fuels. Methods for fuel supply, ignition and combustion. Exhaust emissions, mechanisms for formation of pollutants, amounts of emissions. Dynamic forces in the runniong gear. Mechanical and thermal loads. Engine monitoring and control.

Learning outcome

The course will give the students basic introduction to internal combustion engines with emphasis on general features, power, energy utilization, mechanical and thermal loads, and exhaust emissions.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, exercises, project work, and laboratory exercises. The subject is included in the MSc programme for foreign students. Lecturing in English language, jointly for IVT and MSC students if selected. Portfolio assessment is the basis for the grade in the course. The portfolio includes a final written exam (70%) and exercises (30%). The results for the parts are given in %-scores, while the entire portfolio is assigned a letter grade. Postponed/repeated exams may be oral.

Compulsory assignments

• Exercises

Recommended previous knowledge

TEP4120 Thermodynamics 1 or similar.

Course materials

Specified at start of semester.

Credit reductions