Thermal Engine Course
Dive into thermodynamic cycles, knock management, turbocharging, and efficiency balances for today's 1.6 L petrol engines. The Thermal Engine Design Course equips engineers with essential, practical techniques to design, fine-tune, and enhance performance in real spark-ignition engines, covering everything from cycle analysis to validation and implementation strategies.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course offers a straightforward, hands-on guide to designing and improving a contemporary 1.6 L spark-ignition engine. Gain expertise in thermodynamic cycles, actual versus ideal performance, turbo boosting, knock boundaries, brake specific fuel consumption, and overall efficiency. Discover how to determine compression ratios, valve timing, exhaust gas recirculation, and control methods, transforming cycle simulations into practical goals, testing protocols, and a clear development plan.
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Develop skills
- SI cycle modelling: calculate Otto, Atkinson, Miller cycle efficiency quickly.
- Engine sizing for performance: predict BMEP, BSFC, power and torque for 1.6 L engines.
- Knock-resistant design: select compression, boost and fuel parameters for dependable power.
- Rapid calibration: adjust spark timing, air-fuel ratio, EGR and variable valve timing for smooth driving and low emissions.
- Real-world adjustments: correct ideal cycles accounting for heat losses, friction and pumping effects.
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