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ME50391: Towards zero emission propulsion

[Page last updated: 23 October 2023]

Academic Year: 2023/24
Owning Department/School: Department of Mechanical Engineering
Credits: 10 [equivalent to 20 CATS credits]
Notional Study Hours: 200
Level: Masters UG & PG (FHEQ level 7)
Period:
Semester 1
Assessment Summary: EX 100%
Assessment Detail:
  • Examination (EX 100%)
Supplementary Assessment:
Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations)
Requisites:
Learning Outcomes: On completion of this unit, you will be able to:
1. Explain the layout and operation of propulsion systems and their major components
2. Describe the development and production processes for propulsion systems
3. Apply engineering principles to calculate the performance characteristics of propulsion systems and their components
4. Evaluate the ethical and sustainability considerations that affect the design and production of automotive propulsion systems.


Synopsis: Develop your knowledge of automotive propulsion systems, components, and functionality.
Develop holistic approaches to sustainable propulsion technology selection.
Learn about engineering approaches to analyse the performance of components and full propulsion systems.
Learn about propulsion system trade-off and performance characteristics which account for the impacts of climate change.

Content:
* Holistic approach to propulsion system selection and architecture definition
* Advanced internal combustion engines and hybrid powertrains
* Batteries, Motors, Power electronics
* Effectiveness and sustainability of energy vectors, synthetic fuels, fuel cells, air handling
* Transmissions
* Lab sessions.

Course availability:

ME50391 is a Must Pass Unit on the following courses:

Department of Mechanical Engineering
  • TEME-AFM35 : MSc Automotive Engineering with Business Management
  • TEME-AFM34 : MSc Automotive Engineering with Electric Propulsion

Notes:

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