Engine Technology (5 cr)
Code: 5C00ES32-3007
General information
- Enrolment period
- 02.12.2023 - 19.01.2024
- Registration for the implementation has ended.
- Timing
- 08.01.2024 - 26.04.2024
- Implementation has ended.
- Credits
- 5 cr
- Local portion
- 5 cr
- Mode of delivery
- Contact learning
- Unit
- Vehicle Engineering
- Campus
- TAMK Main Campus
- Teaching languages
- Finnish
- Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Vehicle Engineering
Objectives (course unit)
Students know the scientific basis of engines and can analyze engine performance with mathematical methods.
Students learn about environmentally friendly high efficiency low emission engine technology and modern digital engine control.
Content (course unit)
Engine basic construction
Various air compression alternatives
Volumetric efficiency and control using camshaft
Cylinder valve geometry, air ducts and intake manifold control
Work cycle control and modification
Engine vibration control, first and second order vibration and crankshaft assembly
Exhaust gas treatment
Emission limits
Fuel variations, fuel treatment and fuel feed systems
Engine oil and lubrication
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)
Student can recognise and define vehicle engines and knows different kind of engine types. Can work in a group and recognise interaction skills. Can recognise automotive way of acting.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)
Can analyze components and systems of a engine and compare then. Can choose best engine to vehicles and explain choices. Can work responsible in a group and is ready to improve interaction skills.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)
Understand all-round components and systems of an engine. Can choose an engine in a specific car and create new solution. Can work responsibly, flexibly and constructively in a group. Is ready to improve own and group interaction skills.
Assessment scale
0-5