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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | OMZ307 |
| Name | Vehicle Aerodynamics |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Semester | 5. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 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. ALİ KESKİN |
| Course Instructor |
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Course Goal / Objective
To sort the aerodynamic design and properties of the vehicle by addressing the external flow types, to explain the dragging and lifting forces, to calculate the aerodynamic resistances of the vehicles and to optimize designs.
Course Content
Basic formulations in fluid mechanics and aerodynamics problems. Inviscid and viscous flows. Aerodynamic resistances. Applications in wind tunnels and outer body flows. Aerodynamic designs to reduce drag, Numerical analysis and simulation of vehicle aerodynamic properties
Course Precondition
There are no prerequisites for the course.
Resources
Fluid Mechanics Fundamentals and Applications-Yunus Cengel- John Imbala
Notes
There is no another source.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Lists aerodynamic principles. |
| LO02 | Analyzes the aerodynamic design of vehicles. |
| LO03 | Interprets the aerodynamic design parameters of vehicles. |
| LO04 | Performs aerodynamic analysis. |
| LO05 | It calculates drag and lifting forces in vehicle models. |
| LO06 | Calculates the effect of aerodynamic force on performance. |
| LO07 | It analyzes the effect of vehicle aerodynamics on handling properties. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Applies sufficient knowledge of mathematics, science, and discipline-specific topics in automotive engineering, utilizing theoretical and practical knowledge in solving complex engineering problems. | 5 |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Identifies, defines, and solves complex engineering problems in automotive engineering applications using scientific methods. | |
| PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Designs a complex system, process, device, or product in automotive engineering under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements and effectively applies modern design methods in this process. | |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses information technologies to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in automotive engineering applications. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Designs and conducts experiments, collects data, analyzes, and interprets the results to examine complex engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics in the field of automotive engineering. | |
| PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Effectively takes responsibility individually and as a team member in intradisciplinary (automotive engineering) and multidisciplinary teams. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Gains knowledge of the legislation related to automotive engineering and awareness of professional ethical responsibility. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Being aware of the necessity of lifelong learning and constantly improving and renewing itself in the field of automotive engineering. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Gains the ability to communicate verbally and in writing in Turkish/English regarding the field of automotive engineering, write reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations and use communication technologies. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Using project design and management knowledge, he/she attempts to develop and realize new ideas regarding automotive engineering applications. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Have awareness of the effects of Automotive Engineering applications on health, environment and safety at universal and social dimensions, and the legal consequences of the problems and solutions of the age reflected in the field of automotive engineering. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vehicles will be examined in aerodynamics. | Read the related reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 2 | Aerodynamic resistance and resistance coefficient will be calculated. | Read the related reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 3 | The effect of aerodynamic force on performance will be discussed. | Read the related reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 4 | The effect of aerodynamic resistance force on fuel consumption and acceleration will be examined. | Read the related reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 5 | The effect of vehicle aerodynamics on handling characteristics will be discussed. | Read the related reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 6 | Other effects of vehicle aerodynamics will be examined. | Read the related reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 7 | Wind tunnel experiments will be explained. | Read the related reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Lecture notes and reference books | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | The drift of vehicle models will be calculated. | Read the related reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 10 | The lift forces of vehicle models will be calculated. | Read the related reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 11 | Numerical analysis of the aerodynamic properties of the vehicle will be done. | Read the related reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 12 | The aerodynamic properties of the vehicle will be simulated. | Read the related reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 13 | The aerodynamic properties of the vehicle will be examined. | Read the related reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 14 | Navier Stokes equations will be explained. | Read the related reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 15 | Navier Stocks equations and aerodynamic applications will be made. | Read the related reference book | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 16 | Term Exams | Lecture notes and reference books | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Lecture notes and reference books | 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 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 9 | 9 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 100 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,00 | ||
| ECTS | 4 ECTS | ||