Course/Module
Tutor, Vehicle Propulsion Technologies ME4 MSC. (Postgraduate)
Fluid Mechanics 1 - MECH40002
Aims
The aims of the ME1 Fluid Mechanics course is to establish a strong foundation and understanding of elementary fluid mechanics, on which subsequent courses will build on. Emphasis is on fundamentals. After establishing the basics of the mathematical description of fluids, fluid statics and dynamics are covered, the latter employing control volume analysis. The knowledge is put to application, particularly in the last part of the course on internal flows.
ECTS units: 5
Role
Associate Course Leader
Future Clean Transport Technology - MECH70003
Aims
To provide:
· A basic understanding of the design features of reciprocating internal combustion engines and the underlying engineering science, with particular reference to the fluid flow, thermodynamics and combustion processes of spark- and compression-ignition engines.
· An awareness of the means by which the need for reduced CO2 and pollutant emissions is met.
· A basic understanding of the design features of hybrid, electric and fuel cell powered vehicles and the underlying engineering science, with particular reference to system design of battery packs and fuel cell systems.
· A basic understanding of how the technologies compare to each other and how they fit into the bigger picture of the whole transport/energy system.
A practical, industrial context for the above knowledge through talks from visiting industry experts.
Role
Course Leader
Thermodynamics 1 - MECH40003
Aims
The principal aim is to give students a basic understanding of the fundamental laws of thermodynamics and the ability to use them in solving a range of simple engineering problems. The pace of the course attempts to take account of students' lack of familiarity with the subject from pre-university studies. The aim of the lectures and tutorials is to develop analytical skills and some design appreciation, involving awareness of the interaction between thermodynamics and considerations of energy resources, materials, solid mechanics, economics, the environment etc.
ECTS units: 5
Role
Course Leader
Future Clean Transport Technology - MECH97090
Aims
To provide:
· A basic understanding of the design features of reciprocating internal combustion engines and the underlying engineering science, with particular reference to the fluid flow, thermodynamics and combustion processes of spark- and compression-ignition engines.
· An awareness of the means by which the need for reduced CO2 and pollutant emissions is met.
· A basic understanding of the design features of hybrid, electric and fuel cell powered vehicles and the underlying engineering science, with particular reference to system design of battery packs and fuel cell systems.
· A basic understanding of how the technologies compare to each other and how they fit into the bigger picture of the whole transport/energy system.
A practical, industrial context for the above knowledge through talks from visiting industry experts.
Role
Course Leader