Fundamentals of Automotive Systems

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Free Online Course: Fundamentals of Automotive Systems provided by Swayam is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 12 weeks long. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from Swayam. Fundamentals of Automotive Systems is taught by Prof. C. S. Shankar Ram.

Overview
  • The objective of this course is to provide a fundamental understanding of the various systems of a typical automobile.Course Outcomes: At the end of this course, the participant should be able to:1. acquire fundamental knowledge of the various systems of an automobile,2. associate the functions of each system with its design and layout, depict the various systems using simple schematics, and apply concepts learnt in core undergraduate courses to synthesize mathematical models of the various systems.INTENDED AUDIENCE: 3rd/4th year undergraduate and 1st year M.Tech./M.S./Ph.D. studentsPRE REQUISITES: Rigid Body Dynamics (done in 1st year BE), Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics

Syllabus
  • Week 1 : Course Overview, Classification of Internal Combustion Engines, Engine Components, Operation of Four Stroke Engines
    Week 2 : Two Stroke Engines, Engine Cycles
    Week 3 :Engine Performance, Supercharging, Combustion in Spark IgnitionEngines
    Week 4 :Combustion in Compression Ignition Engines, Carburetion, FuelIntroduction Systems
    Week 5 : Engine Emissions, Emission Control Systems, Automotive Powertrain
    Week 6 : Automotive Clutch, Transmission, Powertrain Analysis
    Week 7 : Transmission Matching and Introduction to Brake System
    Week 8 : Components of Brake System, Hydraulic Brake
    Week 9 : Air Brake, Antilock Brake System
    Week 10 :Braking Analysis, Introduction to Steering System, Manual SteeringSystem
    Week 11 :Power Steering System, Wheel Alignment, Introduction to SuspensionSystem
    Week 12 :Components of Suspension System, Dependent and IndependentSuspension, Introduction to Electric and Hybrid Powertrain, Tyres.