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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | OMY107 |
| Name | Introduction to Automotive Engineering |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Semester | 1. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | VK Vocational Knowledge Courses C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. MUSTAFA ÖZCANLI |
| Course Instructor |
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Doç. Dr. TAYFUN ÖZGÜR (Güz) (A Group) (Asst. Ins.) |
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of the course is to introduce the student to the engineering profession and ethics, to provide an approach to solving engineering problems, and to provide information about automotive engineering at an introductory level.
Course Content
Engineering and Ethics, Technical legislation in the field of automotive engineering, Introduction to automotive fuels, alternative fuels and lubricants, Combustion and pollution formation, Thermodynamics of engine cycles, Introduction to internal combustion engines, Types of internal combustion engines, Starter system, Charging system, Cooling system, Lubricator system, Fuel system, Ignition and injection systems, Exhaust system of internal combustion engines, Introduction to fuel cells.
Course Precondition
The course has no prerequisites.
Resources
Hans-Hermann Braess and Ulrich Seiffert, Handbook of Automotive Engineering, Society of Automotive Engineers, 638s, 2005.
Notes
Richard Stone and Jeffrey K. Ball, Automotive Engineering Fundamentals, SAE International, 612s, 2004.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Gains introductory level knowledge about automotive engineering. |
| LO02 | Learn the scope of work done by an automotive engineer. |
| LO03 | Compares current and past developments in automotive technology. |
| LO04 | Recognize the systems and elements that make up the automobile. |
| LO05 | Explains basic concepts related to automotive design and manufacturing techniques. |
| LO06 | Realizes the effects of automotive technologies on the socio-economic structure. |
| LO07 | They gain a primary source of professional information that they will use in their future business life. |
| LO08 | They gain experience from people with automotive industry experience and from different businesses they see in this sector. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Sufficient knowledge of mathematics, science and subjects specific to the automotive engineering discipline; the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas to solve complex engineering problems. | 3 |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems in the field of Automotive Engineering; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | |
| PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | In Automotive Engineering, the ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Automotive Engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to investigate complex engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics in the field of Automotive Engineering. | |
| PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Ability to work effectively in intra-disciplinary (Automotive Engineering) and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports in the field of Automotive Engineering and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information in the field of Automotive Engineering, to follow developments in science and technology and to constantly renew oneself. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Acting in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility in the field of Automotive Engineering, and knowledge of the standards used in engineering practice. | 4 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management and change management in the field of Automotive Engineering; awareness about entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge about sustainable development. | 2 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Knowledge about the universal and societal effects of automotive engineering applications on health, environment and safety and the contemporary problems reflected in the automotive engineering field; awareness of the legal consequences of automotive engineering solutions. | 3 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Engineering and Ethics | Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Technical legislation in the field of automotive engineering | Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | Introduction to automotive fuels, alternative fuels and lubricants | Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Combustion and pollution formation | Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | Thermodynamics of engine cycles | Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 6 | İntroduction to internal combustion engines | Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 7 | Types of internal combustion engines | Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Lecture Notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Cooling system | Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 10 | Fuel and Lubrication Systems | Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 11 | Ignition and injection systems | Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 12 | Exhaust systems in internal combustion engines | Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Introduction to fuel cells | Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 14 | Automotive industry employees sharing their experiences | Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | Technical trip to automotive companies | Read the related topics in the lecture notes and reference books | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 16 | Term Exams | Lecture Notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Lecture Notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
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| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 81 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,24 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||