EN-4131

Internal Combustion Engines II

Course Description

Studies diesel engine systems and various methods of application. Engine operation, installation, and maintenance are also considered, as well as diesel engine drive trains and torque conversion. The lab is divided between shipboard systems and the diesel lab ashore. [Lab time required]

This course consists of three 1-hour classes a week for a semester, six 6-hour labs with practical assessments, and a comprehensive final exam.

Entrance requirements

Learning Objectives

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the following STCW elements:

Demonstrate proficiency in the following skills:

Topics

  1. Fuels and fuel injection systems
  2. Governors and engine speed control
  3. Lubricants and lubrication systems
  4. Engine cooling systems
  5. Air intake systems
  6. Supercharging and exhaust gas systems
  7. Waste heat recovery and auxiliary boilers
  8. Starting and reversing and drive trains
  9. Engine emissions

Other objectives

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