Module Details

Module Code: AUTO6026
Title: Intro to Auto Engines
Long Title: Intro to Auto Engines
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5251 - Automotive Engineering
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is designed to give the student a practical introduction to the modern motor vehicle in terms of the operation of the motor vehicle engine and its primary sub-systems.It looks at included topics in a practical and theoretical manner
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Summerise and evaluate all safety regulations in the workshop environment.
LO2 List & identify the primary engine components and associated subsystems of the modern engine.
LO3 Use a range of tools & test equipment for fault diagnosis and repair.
LO4 Measure and record specific engine measurements.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Safety Regulations
All aspects of safety in the automotive repair shop.
Vehicle Component Layout
Identify the location and function of all components associated with vehicle engine.
Engine Construction & Operation
Four stroke cyclepetrol/diesel, two stroke petrol/diesel,firing orders,valve mechanisims,engine timing systems,camshafts,cylinder head design & operation,cylinder block design & operation,crankshaft layout,engine construction & assembely.
Cooling Systems
Water pumps, thermostats,radiator systems,electric cooling fan and sensors,interior cabin heating systems.
Lubrication Systems
Oil pumps,Lubrication networks, Preasure monitoring,filtering,oils.
Diagnostics
Headgaskets,mechanical wear,oil consumption,compression losses,mechanical failure,corrosion,overheating.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Practical Assessment
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Workbook
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 20
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,4
Assessment Description
Theory Assessment
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat the module
The assessment of this module is inextricably linked to the delivery. The student must reattend the module in its entirety in order to be reassessed.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Garage practice Every Week 2.00 2
Lecture Contact Engine theory Every Week 1.00 1
Independent Learning Non Contact No Description Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Konrad Reif Ed.. (2014), Fundamentals of Automotive and Engine Technology, 1. Springer Vieweg, Germany, [ISBN: 9783658039714].
  • Bosch. (2014), Automotive Handbook, 9th. Wiley-Blackwell, London, [ISBN: 1119032946].
  • Richard Stone. (2012), Introduction to Internal Combustion Engines, 4th. Palgrave Macmillan, [ISBN: 978-023057663].
  • Heinz Heisler. (95), Advanced Engine Technology, london, [ISBN: 0 340 56822 4].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EMECH_7 Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering 2 Elective
CR_EMECH_6 Higher Certificate in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering 2 Mandatory