Information Package

Program of Mechatronics

KKSD159

ALTERNATIVE ENGINES AND FUEL SYSTEMS

Course Code
KKSD159
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
6
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelAssociate Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS6
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. They learn two-stroke and four-stroke engine types and their working principles.
  2. They learn the basic fuel, ignition, lubrication and cooling systems of internal combustion engines.
  3. They learn the alternative fuel types used in gasoline and diesel engines.
  4. They fully learn liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and compressed natural gas (CNG) systems
  5. They learn about plant-based biodiesel fuels
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsFuel and Ignition Systems of Spark-ignition Engines, Diesel Engines Fuel Systems.
Course DescriptionRecognize alternate engines and fuel systems of these engines, and learn maintenance and repair methods.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week LPG Fuel System, Characteristics of LPG Gas, Safety Rules of LPG Gas Fuel System
2nd Week LPG Injection System Parts Features and Operation Principles
3rd Week LPG Injection System Settings
4th Week Natural Gas Fuel System, Characteristics of Natural Gas
5th Week Safety Rules of Natural Gas Fuel System
6th Week Features and Operation Principles of Natural Gas Injection System Parts
7th Week Settings of Natural Gas Injection System
8th Week Midterm
9th Week Bio Fuels, Bio Diesel Production, Bio Gasoline Production, Bio Diesel and Bio Gasoline Standards
10th Week Alcoholic Fuels, Properties of Ethanol - Methanol
11th Week Legislation Regarding Alternative Fuel Use
12th Week Wankel Engines
13th Week Working Principle and Maintenance of Hybrid Motors
14th Week Working Principle of Fuel Cell Engines
Recommended or Required ReadingTextbook, supplementary books and other resources
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Questions/Answers
  • Practice
  • Problem Solving
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 3 42
Preparation for Final exam 14 3 42
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 8 3 24
Laboratory (including preparation) 2 1 2
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework 5 4 20
Total Work Load174
Total Work Load / 30 (h)5.8
ECTS Credit of the Course6
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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