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151-0567-00L 4 Credits MSC D-ITET , D-MAVT , D-GESS
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Engine Systems

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Christopher Onder
VVZ CR 1.0

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:29:57

Abstract

Introduction to current and future engine systems and their control systems

Objective

Introduction to methods of control and optimization of dynamic systems. Application to real engines. Understand the structure and behavior of drive train systems and their quantitative descriptions.

Content

Physical description and mathematical models of components and subsystems (mixture formation, load control, supercharging, emissions, drive train components, etc.). Case studies of model-based optimal design and control of engine systems with the goal of minimizing fuel consumption and emissions.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Introduction to Modeling and Control of Internal Combustion Engine SystemsGuzzella Lino, Onder Christopher H.2010, Second Edition, 354 p., hardboundISBN: 978-3-642-10774-0

Learning Materials (Links)

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 30 minutes
There is an oral final exam during the examination session, which covers all material taught during the course, i.e. the material presented during the lectures and exercises.Additionally, there will be a test-bench exercise, which is an optional learning task during the semester. It requires the student to understand and apply the lecture material. It contributes a maximum of 0.25 grade points to the final grade, but only if it helps to improve the final grade.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Engine Systems
Lecture: Monday 8-10h Exercises: Monday 12-13h
  • Mon 08:15-10:00 (ML F 38)
  • Mon 12:15-13:00 (ML H 41.1)
  • 19.09 Date 12:15-14:00 (ML H 41.1)
  • 10.10 Date 12:15-14:00 (ML H 41.1)
  • 21.01 Date 08:15-10:00 (ML E 12)
3 h weekly

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