Diesel Engine Fundamentals (Part 1)

Learn about the diesel engine with this online diesel engine course! Ideal for Automotive Engineering and Automobile Engineering!

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  • Diesel Engine
  • Diesel
  • Fundamentals
  • Automotive
  • Automobile

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  • Course Duration
    4.5 hours
  • Course Level
    Intermediate
  • Language
    English
  • Subtittle Language
    English
  • Access on all devices
  • Quiz
  • Handbook
  • Diesel Engine
  • Diesel
  • Fundamentals
  • Automotive
  • Automobile
Description

Without exception, the reciprocating piston engine is the most influential machine ever invented by mankind. From its early beginnings as a steam engine, the piston engine has revolutionised the way we live, work and travel. This course will teach you about this truly amazing machine.



The course is designed to take you from zero to hero concerning combustion engine knowledge. Even if you already have some background knowledge, this course will serve as an efficient refresher, whatever your level of understanding, or engineering background (HVAC, power engineering, oil and gas, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering etc.).



Interactive 3D models are used extensively to show you each individual engine component and how these components work together to complete useful work.



The course is packed with images, 2D animations, interactive 3D models and 3D animations and high quality written content. Written content has been read aloud so that you can 'learn on the go' without needing to watch the screen constantly.

 

Enjoy the course!

 

What you will learn in this course
  • Understand how an engine works, including its components, processes, and performance factors.
  • Compare petrol/gasoline and diesel engines.
  • Analyze engine systems such as water, oil, air, exhaust, and electrical.
  • Explore how engine ancillaries like turbochargers and superchargers work.
  • Distinguish the fundamental differences between two-stroke and four-stroke engines.
  • Identify engine components such as piston rings, rocker arms, valves, etc.
  • Learn engine terminology including BDC, TDC, and firing order.
Who this course is for:
  • Automotive technicians need to understand diesel engine principles to diagnose problems and maintain heavy-duty vehicles.
  • Mechanical engineers designing or operating diesel engines for power generation, marine propulsion, or locomotives need a thorough understanding of their principles and operation.
  • Fleet managers responsible for maintaining and managing commercial vehicle fleets need to understand diesel engine principles to ensure proper maintenance and avoid costly repairs.
  • Diesel engine manufacturers require an in-depth understanding of diesel engine fundamentals to design and develop efficient and reliable engines.
  • Students pursuing automotive engineering careers can benefit from a course on diesel engine fundamentals, providing a solid foundation of knowledge that can be applied in many areas.
Curriculum
47 lessons
4.5 hours
  • Course Overview
    1 lesson
    00:02:15
    Course Overview
    00:02:15
  • Primer
    1 lesson
    00:03:39
    Short History Lesson
    00:03:39
  • Introduction
    3 lessons
    00:12:14
    Diesel Engines Introduction
    00:03:31
    Comparison of Diesel and Petrol/Gasoline Engines
    00:08:43
    Introduction Quiz
    3 Quiz
  • Engine Components
    16 lessons
    01:51:17
    Major Diesel Engine Components
    00:03:03
    The Cylinder Block
    00:03:33
    Crankcase and Oil Pan
    00:14:11
    Cylinder Sleeve Or Bore
    00:05:44
    Straight and V-Line
    00:02:57
    Piston and Piston Rings
    00:10:41
    Four and Two Stroke Lubrication Oil Systems
    00:04:08
    Connecting Rod
    00:09:23
    Crankshaft
    00:10:11
    White Metal Bearing
    00:06:12
    Flywheel
    00:08:33
    Cylinder Head
    00:07:37
    Intake and Exhaust Valves
    00:02:56
    Timing Gears, Camshafts and Valve Mechanism
    00:19:06
    Blower
    00:05:02
    Engine Components Quiz
    56 Quiz
  • Diesel Engine Systems
    13 lessons
    01:32:49
    Diesel Engine Support Systems
    00:07:18
    Engine Cooling
    00:01:16
    How Engine Cooling Water Systems Work
    00:13:10
    Engine Lubrication
    00:07:45
    How Lubrication Oil Filters Work
    00:09:51
    Fuel System
    00:14:55
    Charging and Scavenging
    00:04:52
    Air Intake System
    00:09:33
    Turbocharging
    00:04:04
    How Turbochargers Work
    00:15:03
    Supercharging
    00:01:19
    Exhaust System
    03:43
    Diesel Engine Systems Quiz
    14 Quiz
  • Engine Terminology
    9 lessons
    00:16:13
    Operational Terminology
    00:00:33
    Spark Ignition and Compression Ignition
    00:01:29
    Bore and Stroke
    00:00:58
    Engine Displacement
    00:01:19
    Degree of Crankshaft Rotation
    00:03:44
    Firing Order
    00:02:04
    Compression Ratio and Clearance Volume
    00:02:37
    Horsepower
    00:03:49
    Engine Terminology Quiz
    9 Quiz
  • Internal Combustion (IC) Engine
    8 lessons
    00:31:15
    Fundamentals of the Diesel Cycle
    00:00:35
    The Basic Diesel Cycles
    00:04:14
    Timing
    00:01:57
    The Four Stroke Engine Cycle
    00:02:09
    How Four Stroke Engines Work
    00:09:01
    The Two Stroke Cycle
    00:01:09
    How Two Stroke Engines Work
    00:12:50
    Internal Combustion (IC) Engine Quiz
    4 Quiz
  • Final Thoughts
    2 lessons
    00:01:24
    Final Thoughts
    00:01:24
    Final Quiz
    86 Quiz
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  • Course Duration
    4.5 hours
  • Course Level
    Intermediate
  • Language
    English
  • Access on all devices
  • Quiz
  • Handbook
  • Diesel Engine
  • Diesel
  • Fundamentals
  • Automotive
  • Automobile