Kocaeli University / European Credit Transfer System (ECTS)

Name of Lecturer(s)

Prof. Dr. Ahmet ERDİL

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1) Classify the basic automotive systems.
2) Describe the fuel injection systems.
3) Describe the active/passive systems for the human safety.
4) Describe vehicle dynamic control (ABS, ASR, ESP, VDC, etc.).
5) Define active and semi active suspension systems.
6) Explain IC engine and transmission systems.
7) Explain the theoretical and practical cycles of the Otto and Diesel engines in IC engine.

Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation

Program Competencies

Learning Outcomes

Middle

No relation

Mode of Delivery

Face to Face

Prerequisites and Co-Requisites

None

Recommended Optional Programme Components

Not Required

Course Contents

This course covers; general vehicle concept, basic systems of general automotive systems, fuel economy of automotive systems, electronic ignition, air bag systems, immobiliser, ABS, drive, brake, steer, shift, control of vehicle dynamics, fuel injection systems.

Weekly Schedule

1) General vehicle definiton, the development and short history of automotive industry
2) General automotive basic systems, fuel economy in automotive
3) Human confidence, the importance of driver help systems
4) Electronic ignition systems
5) Air bag systems
6) Immobilizer
7) ABS, drive, brake, steer, shift
8) Midterm examination/Assessment
9) ABS, drive, brake, steer, shift
10) Vehicle dynamic control (ABS ASR ESP VDC)
11) Vehcile dynamic control (ABS ASR ESP VDC)
12) Active and semi-active suspension control
13) Active and semi-active suspension control
14) Fuel injection systems
15) Theoretical and real engine cycles
16) Final examination

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1) Lecture
2) Question-Answer
3) Discussion
4) Drill and Practice
5) Demonstration
6) Modelling
7) Role Playing
8) Group Study
9) Simulation
10) Brain Storming
11) Six Hat Methods
12) Case Study
13) Lab / Workshop
14) Self Study
15) Problem Solving
16) Project Based Learning

Assessment Methods and Criteria

Contribution of Semester Studies to Course Grade

50%

		Number	Percentage
Semester Studies	Midterm Examination	1	50%
Semester Studies	Presentation/Seminar	1	50%

Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade

50%

Total

100%

Language of Instruction

English

Work Placement(s)