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Program of Mechanical Engineering (English 30%)

MAK346

INTERNAL COMBUSSION ENGINES

Course Code
MAK346
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
  2. Ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
  3. Ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic
  4. Ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
  5. Ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
  6. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
  7. Ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsMAK 203-204 Thermodynamics would be useful for better understanding.
Course DescriptionBasic fundamentals, Thermal machines and engines, Engines and operating principles, Theory of engines cycles, Pressure-power - efficiency in Engines, Fuel consumption in engines, Pre-design of engines and engine selection, Fuels of engines, Combustion and knocking in engines
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week History of engines
2nd Week Thermal machines and engines
3rd Week Internal combustion engines and working principles
4th Week Internal combustion engines and working principles
5th Week Theory of engines cycles
6th Week Theory of engines cycles
7th Week Pressure, power and efficiencies in engines
8th Week Pressure, power and efficiencies in engines
9th Week Fuel consumption in engines
10th Week Pre-design of engines and engine selection
11th Week Pre-design of engines and engine selection
12th Week Fuels and alternative fuels in engines
13th Week Combustion , knocking and exhaust pollutions in engines
14th Week Combustion , knocking and exhaust pollutions in engines
Recommended or Required Reading1. 1. Ferguson, C.,R., "Internal Combustion Engines", John-Wiley and Sons, 1986
2. 2. Heywood, J.B., "Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals", Mc Graw-Hill, 1988.
3. 3. Safgönül, B., et. al. "Internal Combustion Engines", Birsen Publications, 1995. (In Turkish)
4. Pulkrabek, W., W., "Engineering Fundamentals of the Internal Combustion Engines", Prentice Hall, 1997
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
  • Practice
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 30
Assignment 3 5
Quiz 6 10
Attendance 1 5
Total(%) 50
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 50
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 50
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1.5 1.5
Preparation for Quiz 10 0.5 5
Individual or group work 10 2 20
Preparation for Final exam 10 4 40
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 6 1.5 9
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1.5 1.5
Homework
Project 1 36 36
Quiz 2 0.5 1
Total Work Load156
Total Work Load / 30 (h)5.2
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No

Programme Qualifications / Learning Outcomes

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K2 X
K3 X X
K4 X
K5 X X
K6 X
K7 X X
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K10 X
K11 X