AUTO-215: Automotive Engine Dynamometer

School
Business, Entrepreneurship, and Professional Development
Division
Automotive Technology
Department
Automotive Technology
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
Automotive
Course Number
215
Course Title
Automotive Engine Dynamometer
Cross-Referenced Course
AUTO-210: Automotive Engine Dynamometer
Credit Hours
2.00
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
32.00 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
32.00 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
A-E
Pre-requisites
AUTO-105, AUTO-121, and AUTO-131 or Instructor Permission
Catalog Course Description

An advanced-level course in the purpose, construction, and operation of the automotive engine dynamometer. Presents how to conduct engine tests of horsepower and torque, and covers test cell setup of various sensor types and adaptation.

Goals, Topics, and Objectives

Core Course Topics
  1. Basic Engine Operation Overview
  2. Terms
  3. Formulas – HP, Torque, Friction Loss, Vapor Pressure/Atmospheric Pressure/Temp,etc.
  4. Types of Dynamometers
  5. Safety Procedures
  6. Instrumentation of Engine/Measurement Systems
  7. Computer Operation
  8. Operation of Dynamometer
  9. Test Procedures
  10. Data Analysis
  11. Data usage and determining effects of change
Core Course Learning Objectives (Separated)
  • Analyze engine parameters which affect torque output.
  • Rescale and manipulate basic raw data from dynamometer tests.
  • Develop a test to measure basic signal conditioning.
  • Compare multiple sources of data used to derive calibrations.
  • Fit lines and curves to correct data.
  • Correct data to standard scaling.
  • Calculating and deriving horsepower and Torque.

Assessment and Requirements

Assessment of Academic Achievement

Measurable objectives will be evaluated by the instructor based on accuracy and proficiency and completion of assigned tasks. Homework, class participation, lab activities, quizzes and tests will be used as criteria to assign the student’s final earned grade for this class.

General Course Requirements and Recommendations

Students must take notes on demonstrations, carefully read and analyze assigned course materials, and perform exercises to determine their competence in servicing modern dynamometer test systems.

Outcomes

Satisfies Wellness Requirement
No
Effective Term
Fall 2024