Aero Engine Technology

The course presents advanced concepts in aircraft propulsion. This is an flipped course in which the lectures are pre-recorded and the students are supposed to watch the lectures before coming to the classroom. The classroom interaction is mainly to have discussions and for tutorials.

The course is aimed at looking into the details of an aircraft engine, the various components of gas turbine and their interaction. The course is divided into various modules which deal with the various aspects / disciplines that are essential in an aero engine.

The important modules of this course are engine performance, sustainability in aviation, new engine/propulsion concepts, engine inlets, turbo machinery, combustion, engine exhaust systems, gas turbine performance and engine controls.

Throughout the course, practical examples of systems from aircraft engines and gas turbines will be used to demonstrate the various methods and techniques.

The learning goals will be supported by lab visits and guest lectures by experts from aviation industry.

The assessment is based on 2-3 assignments given during the course and a final exam. All assignments together will form 30% of the final grade and the final exam will form rest of the grade. Students should note that they need to atleast get a grade of 6 in the written exam in order to pass the course. Students who fail the written exam also fail the course.