Thermal Engine Course
Gain mastery over thermodynamic cycles, knock management, turbocharging, and efficiency balances in today's 1.6 L petrol engines. The Thermal Engine Course equips engineers with real-world techniques to design, adjust, and enhance spark-ignition engine performance effectively.

flexible workload from 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Thermal Engine Course offers a straightforward, hands-on guide to designing and improving a modern 1.6 L spark-ignition engine. You'll gain expertise in thermodynamic cycles, actual performance, turbo boosting, knock boundaries, fuel efficiency, and overall performance. Discover how to determine compression ratios, valve timing, exhaust gas recirculation, and control methods, then convert cycle analysis into practical goals, testing, and a clear implementation plan.
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Develop skills
- SI cycle modelling: calculate Otto, Atkinson, Miller cycle efficiency quickly.
- Engine performance estimation: predict BMEP, BSFC, power and torque for 1.6 L engines.
- Knock-resistant design: select compression, boost and fuel settings for dependable power.
- Rapid calibration: adjust spark timing, air-fuel mix, EGR and valve timing for smooth driving and low emissions.
- Real-world adjustments: correct ideal cycles for heat loss, friction and pumping effects.
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