| Course Unit Title | Course Unit Code | Type of Course Unit | Level of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gas Turbine Engines II | UGM305 | Compulsory | Bachelor's degree | 3 | Fall | 4 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
Associate Prof. Dr. Sinan FİDAN
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
1) Be familiar with the basic elements of of Exhaust Systems, Power Augmentation Systems, Fire Protection Systems used in gas turbine engines.
2) Read and understand sketches, drawings and schematics describing Exhaust Systems, Power Augmentation Systems, Fire Protection Systems used in gas turbine engines.
3) Recognize the components of Exhaust Systems, Power Augmentation Systems, Fire Protection Systems used in gas turbine engines, explain their functions.
4) Have an understanding about installation, starting, washing, interpretation of power output of gas türbine engines, and foreign object damage
5) Have knowledge about the harmonious operation of gas turbine engine systems and comprehend the holistic operation of the engine.
6) Learns the engine start-up procedure by understanding the interdependent and sequential operation of the first starting and ignition systems.
7) Understand the operation of power increase systems and interpret their effects.
8) Recognize fire prevention systems, components and controls.
9) Defines the indicators related to the engine.
10) Among the performance parameters, it defines the indicators that inform the exhaust gas temperature (EGT), engine speed (N1 & N2;) and engine fuel flow (FF).
11) It defines the parameters related to the systems (oil temperature-pressure-quantity, starter valve position, vibration).
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Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
None.
Course Contents
Bearings and Seals; Constructional features and principles of operation. Lubricants and Fuels; Properties and specifications; Fuel additives; Safety precautions. Lubrication Systems; System operation/lay-out and components. Fuel Systems; Operation of engine control and fuel metering systems including electronic engine control (FADEC); Systems lay-out and components. Air Systems; Operation of engine air distribution and anti-ice control systems, including internal cooling, sealing and external air services. Starting and Ignition Systems; Operation of engine start systems and components; Ignition systems and components; Maintenance safety requirements. Power Augmentation Systems; Operation and applications; Water injection, water methanol; Afterburner systems. Turbo-prop Engines; Gas coupled/free turbine and gear coupled turbines; Reduction gears; Integrated engine and propeller controls; Overspeed safety devices. Turbo-shaft Engines; Arrangements, drive systems, reduction gearing, couplings, control systems. Auxiliary Power Units (APUs); Purpose, operation, protective systems. Powerplant Installation; Configuration of firewalls, cowlings, acoustic panels, engine mounts, anti-vibration mounts, hoses, pipes, feeders, connectors, wiring looms, control cables and rods, lifting points and drains. Fire Protection Systems; Operation of detection and extinguishing systems. Engine Monitoring and Ground Operation; Procedures for starting and ground run-up; Interpretation of engine power output and parameters; Trend (including oil analysis, vibration and boroscope) monitoring; Inspection of engine and components to criteria, tolerances and data specified by engine manufacturer; Compressor washing/cleaning; Foreign Object Damage. Engine Storage and Preservation; Preservation and depreservation for the engine and accessories/systems.
Weekly Schedule
1) Bearings and seals. Constructional features and princibles of operations.2) Lubricants and fuels. Properties and specifications. Fuel additives, safety precautions.
3) Lubrication systems. System operation, lay out and components.
4) Fuel Systems Operation of engine control and fuel metering systems including electronic engine control (FADEC); Systems layout and components.
5) Fuel Systems Operation of engine control and fuel metering systems including electronic engine control (FADEC); Systems layout and components.
6) Air Systems Operation of engine air distribution and anti-ice control systems, including internal cooling, sealing and external air services.
7) Air Systems Operation of engine air distribution and anti-ice control systems, including internal cooling, sealing and external air services.
8) Mid-term exam.
9) Starting and Ignition Systems. Operation of engine start systems and components. Ignition systems and components. Maintenance safety requirements.
10) Starting and Ignition Systems. Operation of engine start systems and components. Ignition systems and components. Maintenance safety requirements.
11) Power Augmentation Systems Operation and applications; Water injection, water methanol; Afterburner systems.
12) Power Augmentation Systems Operation and applications; Water injection, water methanol; Afterburner systems.
13) Fire Protection Systems. Operation of detection and extinguishing systems.
14) Fire Protection Systems. Operation of detection and extinguishing systems.
15) Fire Protection Systems. Operation of detection and extinguishing systems.
Recommended or Required Reading
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1) Lecture
2) Question-Answer
3) Simulation
4) Self Study
5) Problem Solving
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Number |
Percentage |
|
|---|---|---|
Contribution of Short Exam / Quiz to Course Grade |
3 |
40% |
Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade |
1 |
60% |
Total |
100% |
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Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Not Required