Upon completion of this unit, students should be able to:

• explain the advantages, disadvantages, challenges and technological trends of the various engine assemblies and component elements including their functions and operating conditions;
• apply mechanical theory to kinematics and dynamics problems concerning the moving parts of the internal combustion engine; determine stress and applied loads for the main engine components under different operating conditions.
• analyze the performance of a fuel injection system (diesel, gasoline, LPG and NGV), and be able to optimize injection parameters to improve engine management;
• understand the influence of different design parameters on an intake and exhaust system in order to optimize engine air charging efficiency;
• comprehend the influence of turbocharger characteristics on engine performances, and carry out the turbo matching process;
• constructively discuss the fuel injection and boosting systems with equipment suppliers in order to determine the optimum components for a given powertrain.