Description

Theory
2

Laboratory
2

Instructors

Mário Alves

Contents

- Automotive Systems Overview
- Basics on the Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
- ICE energy efficiency, input-output flow and emissions control
- Fuel Systems - SI (Spark Ignition)
- Fuel Systems - CI (Compression Ignition)
- Preheating Systems
- Power Transmission Systems (drivetrain)
- Charging Systems
- Starting Systems
- Ignition Systems
- Safety Systems (active and passive)
- Diagnosis
- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Autonomous Driving
- Hybrid-Electric technology and vehicles

Learning Outcomes

The major objective of this course is for the students to acquire fundamental knowledge in automotive electrical and electronic systems, namely concerning the basic operation of internal combustion engines, as well as hybrid and electric vehicles.