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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | OMZ423 |
| Name | Alternative Energy Systems |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. 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 E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. ALİ KESKİN |
| Course Instructor |
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Course Goal / Objective
The main objective is to teach students about alternative fuel vehicles, biofuels, biodiesel, natural gas and LPG vehicles and engine construction, use of alternative energy sources, types of renewable energy (solar, wind, geothermal, wave, biomass, hydrogen, hydraulic etc.), economic status, use by countries, comparison of energy types and their applications.
Course Content
Introduction to biofuels, Biofuel raw materials, Biological varieties, Biofuel safety, Economic and environmental effects, Review of fossil-based fuels, Current methods of producing biofuels from waste, Thermochemical methods for biological and biofuel production, Biodiesel and other fuels as biofuels, Biofuel production in the world and Türkiye, Properties of oil and natural gas, Properties of compressed natural gas, Concept of non-renewable and renewable energy resources, efficiency and economy, Global warming, Climate change, Fossil fuels, Nuclear energy, Wind energy, Hydroelectric energy, Tidal and wave energies, Hydrogen energy and solar energy applications, Fuel cells and basic properties, Definition and purpose of facility planning, Facility location selection, factors affecting the location selection decision, Establishment location determination methods, Basic steps in facility layout
Course Precondition
There are no prerequisites for the course.
Resources
Acaroğlu M., Alternative Energy Sources, 4th Edition, 2023.
Notes
Ram B. Gupta,HYDROGEN FUEL Production, Transport, and Storage,1st edition,2008.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Acquire basic information about renewable energy types. |
| LO02 | Define the terms renewable and non-renewable energy. |
| LO03 | Describes the environmental and economic features of renewable energy sources. |
| LO04 | Discusses the advantages and disadvantages of renewable energy sources. |
| LO05 | Explains the Energy technologies used in transportation. |
| LO06 | Comments on the topic of teaching the creation of a twenty-first century energy system. |
| LO07 | Gains problem-solving skills in creating a twenty-first century energy system. |
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. | |
| 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. | 3 |
| 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. | |
| 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. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Biofuels | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Biofuel Raw Materials | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | Biodiversity, Biofuel Security | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Economic and Environmental Impacts | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 5 | Review of Fossil-Based Fuels | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | Current Methods of Biofuel Production from Waste | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 7 | Thermochemical Methods for Biological and Biofuel Production | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Biodiesel and Other Fuels as Biofuels | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 10 | Biofuel Production in the World and Türkiye | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 11 | Oil and Natural Gas Properties | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 12 | Compressed Natural Gas Properties | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 13 | Concept of Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy Resources | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Global warming | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 15 | Fossil Fuels | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 16 | Term Exams | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | The relevant topic should be read from lecture notes and reference sources. | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 109 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,36 | ||
| ECTS | 4 ECTS | ||