Automotive engineering 3
| Structure Type: | Course |
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| Code: | KC04BA40072 |
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| Type: | Compulsory |
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| Level: | Bachelor |
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| Credits: | 4.0 points |
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| Responsible Teacher: | Saunamäki, Ari |
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| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
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Course Implementations, Planned Year of Study and Semester
| Curriculum | Semester | Credits | Start of Semester | End of Semester |
| KOTU-2013AUTO |
3 autumn |
4.0 |
2015-08-01 |
2015-12-31 |
| KOTU-2014AUTO |
3 autumn |
4.0 |
2016-08-01 |
2016-12-31 |
| KOTU-2015AUTO |
3 autumn |
4.0 |
2017-08-01 |
2017-12-31 |
| KOTU-2016AUTO |
3 autumn |
4.0 |
2018-08-01 |
2018-12-31 |
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, students will:
- understand the behaviour of braking systems in various situations.
- be able to name the variables associated with braking.
- be competent in solving calculations associated with braking.
- be able to name various suspension solutions, explain how they work and how their properties differ.
- be able to explain the rpinciples for designing brakes, suspension and power transmission,
- be able to seek information on the subject.
Student's Workload
Will be announced at the beginning of the course.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No previous studies are required.
Contents
- Drum and disc brakes
- Hydraulic brake systems
- Types of suspension
- Clutches
- Gears and choosing gear ratios
- Final drives
- Differential gears
- 4wd systems
- Sustainable development in car field
Recommended or Required Reading
- Laine O: Autotekniikka 2
- Vehicle regulations
- Bosch: Autoteknillinen taskukirja
- Field-related publications and literature pertaining to maintenance
- Lecturer's material
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
- Lectures
- Exercises
- Group work
- Independent study
- Information search
Assessment Criteria
1 Student knows the basics of the knowledge objectives of the course.
3 Student knows the knowledge objectives of the course well.
5 Student knows the knowledge objectives of the course well and can apply their knowledge in practice.
Assessment Methods
An examination/other way and trainings: 70/30
The presence (min 50%) and hour activity affect a grade.
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