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IC Engine
Curriculum
The Course Curriculam
Week 1: Introduction to IC Engines
History and evolution of IC engines.
Types of IC engines: Spark Ignition (SI) and Compression Ignition (CI).
Basic working principles: Four-stroke and two-stroke cycles.
Hands-on Practice: Analyze the components of a basic IC engine model.
Week 2: Engine Components and Materials
Key engine components: Cylinder, piston, crankshaft, valves, and camshaft.
Material selection for durability and performance.
Engine configuration and layout: Inline, V-type, and boxer engines.
Hands-on Practice: Sketch and label the parts of a four-stroke engine.
Week 3: Thermodynamics of IC Engines
Air-fuel cycles: Otto, Diesel, and Dual cycles.
Combustion process in SI and CI engines.
Efficiency calculations and energy losses.
Hands-on Practice: Calculate thermal efficiency using real-world parameters.
Week 4: Fuel and Lubrication Systems
Types of fuels: Gasoline, diesel, biofuels, and alternative fuels.
Fuel injection systems: Carburetors vs. electronic fuel injection.
Lubrication techniques and their importance.
Hands-on Practice: Study and simulate a basic fuel injection system
Week 5: Engine Performance and Testing
Key performance parameters: Power, torque, and efficiency.
Dynamometer testing and performance analysis.
Emission testing and regulatory standards.
Hands-on Practice: Simulate engine performance graphs using software tools.
Week 6: Cooling and Exhaust Systems
Cooling methods: Air-cooled vs. liquid-cooled systems.
Design and functioning of exhaust systems.
Catalytic converters and emission reduction technologies.
Hands-on Practice: Model an exhaust system and analyze its efficiency.
Week 7: Engine Modifications and Tuning
Turbocharging and supercharging principles.
Variable valve timing (VVT) and its impact on performance.
Retrofitting engines for alternative fuels.
Hands-on Practice: Design a turbocharger configuration for a small engine.
Week 8: Emerging Technologies and Final Project
Hybridization of IC engines: Role in hybrid vehicles.
Advances in fuel technologies (e.g., hydrogen and CNG).
Final Project: Design and analyze a small IC engine, including performance and emissions. ● Presentation of project findings and feedback session.
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