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Module Title	Biofuels and Combustion
School	School of Engineering
Department	Mechanical Engineering
Module Code	04 23814
Module Lead	Prof M Wyszynski
Level	Masters Level
Credits	10
Semester	Semester 2
Pre-requisites	Sustainable Energy and the Environment - (04 22387)
Co-requisites
Restrictions	70 students - limited by the number of software licences and computers where these are mounted (currently 34+1 Ricardo WAVE)
Contact Hours	Lecture-8 hours Tutorial-10 hours Guided independent study-82 hours Total: 100 hours
Exclusions
Description	The aim of the module is to provide the opportunity for the students to study advanced aspects of clean and sustainable engine combustion systems and to apply their CAE skills on a project that requires the integration of knowledge and skill accumulated in the whole programme of study. SYLLABUS Lectures and mini - assignments: a) Deflagration, detonation, sprays, liquid and solid phase combustion, new combustion technologies b) Revision of adiabatic temperature, dissociation, equilibrium and kinetics of combustion and emission pollutants c) Hybrid powertrain configurations based on combustion engines d) Bio- and alternative fuels, hydrogen, fuel reforming e) Turbulence effects on combustion, HCCI Project: a) Engine system modelling using Ricardo WAVE, AVL Boost or equivalent software - optimisation of engine operation for best efficiency and emissions.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module the student should be able to: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of scientific principles and methodology necessary to underpin their education in mechanical and related engineering disciplines, to enable appreciation of its scientific and engineering context and to support their understanding of future developments and technologies; Manage the thermodynamic design process of an engine system and evaluate outcomes; Understand engineering principles and the ability to apply them to analyse key engineering processes; Demonstrate a knowledge of characteristics of particular equipment, processes or products; Demonstrate an understanding of contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied (e.g. operations and management, technology, development, etc).
Assessment	23814-01 : Class Test 1&2 : Class Test (50%) 23814-02 : Project Report : Coursework (50%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessments: 50% continuous assessment 50% 2 hour formal written unseen examination Reassessment: One 2 hour formal written unseen examination (100%) to be held during the University's supplementary examination period.
Other	None
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