Information Package

Program of Mechatronics

KKSD169

ENGINE TESTING AND ADJUSTMENTS

Course Code
KKSD169
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 have information about the test devices used in vehicles.
  2. Will be able to learn the operations performed with test devices and detect faults.
  3. Will know how to use engine test equipment
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsFuel and Ignition Systems of Spark Ignition Engines, Diesel Engines and Fuel Injection Systems, Automotive Electrics, Automotive Electronics
Course DescriptionIn this course, it is aimed to gain knowledge and skills about how to test, adjust and control gasoline and diesel engines.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Physical Controls of Engine Systems, Cooling and Lubrication Systems
2nd Week Ignition System and Controls
3rd Week Diagnostic Equipment, Cables and Connections of Diagnostic Test Equipment
4th Week Fault Scanning of Engine Systems
5th Week Fault Codes, Deleting Faults in ECU Memory, Introducing Parts to ECU
6th Week Compression Test, Cylinder Leak Tester
7th Week Exhaust Emissions and Controls, Catalytic Converters
8th Week Midterm
9th Week Vehicle Instrumentation Systems and Controls
10th Week Controls Performed with Diagnostic Test Device
11th Week Sensor Controls
12th Week Controls on Lubrication Line
13th Week Engine Tests (Power, Torque, Fuel Consumption, Air Consumption, Specific Fuel Consumption, Volumetric Efficiency, Thermal Efficiency)
14th Week Vehicle Test
Recommended or Required ReadingFuel and Ignition Systems in Gasoline Engines, MEGEP
Vehicle Management Systems, MEGEP
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Questions/Answers
  • Experiment
  • Presentation
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 0 0 0
Individual or group work 8 5 40
Preparation for Final exam 8 3 24
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 8 3 24
Laboratory (including preparation) 8 3 24
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework 8 3 24
Total Work Load180
Total Work Load / 30 (h)6
ECTS Credit of the Course6
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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