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AERO5211: Foundations of Propulsion Systems (2014 - Semester 2)
Unit: | AERO5211: Foundations of Propulsion Systems (6 CP) |
Mode: | Normal-Day |
On Offer: | Yes |
Level: | Postgraduate |
Faculty/School: | School of Aerospace, Mechanical & Mechatronic Engineering |
Unit Coordinator/s: |
Dr Verstraete, Dries
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Session options: | Semester 2 |
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Site(s) for this Unit: |
http://www.aeromech.usyd.edu.au/AERO3261/ |
Campus: | Camperdown/Darlington |
Pre-Requisites: | AMME5200. |
Brief Handbook Description: | This unit aims to develop and understanding of aircraft propulsion systems. Students will learn to solve problems related to the analysis and selection of various propulsion systems in use – propellers, gas turbines, etc. The topics covered include: Propulsion unit requirements for subsonic and supersonic flight; thrust components, efficiencies, additive drag of intakes. Piston engine components and operation. Propeller theory. Operation, components and cycle analysis of gas turbine engines; turbojets; turbofans; turboprops; ramjets. Components: compressor; fan; burner; turbine; nozzle. Efficiency of components; Off-design considerations. Future directions; minimisation of noise and pollution; scram-jets; hybrid engines. |
Assumed Knowledge: | Mathematics and Physics to a level of Bachelor of Science or equivalent. Good knowledge of fluid dynamics and thermodynamics. |
Lecturer/s: |
Dr Verstraete, Dries
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Timetable: | AERO5211 Timetable | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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T&L Activities: | Tutorial: One 2hr tutorial per week 1 lab on micro gas turbine performance 1 lab on propeller performance |
Attributes listed here represent the key course goals (see Course Map tab) designated for this unit. The list below describes how these attributes are developed through practice in the unit. See Learning Outcomes and Assessment tabs for details of how these attributes are assessed.
Attribute Development Method | Attribute Developed |
Students will gain skills in problem solving for aircraft propulsion systems ranging from propellers to the various types of gas-turbine engines. | Design (Level 2) |
Understanding the fundamentals and operation of propulsion systems in aircraft. | Engineering/IT Specialisation (Level 4) |
Solving non-linear systems of equations to determine propeller performance; Performance calculations for gas turbine engines using iterative methods | Maths/Science Methods and Tools (Level 3) |
Finding, studying and comprehending reference material. Applying reference material to current problems. | Information Seeking (Level 3) |
Written communication, in particular in the area of project specification and reporting skills. | Communication (Level 2) |
For explanation of attributes and levels see Engineering & IT Graduate Outcomes Table.
Learning outcomes are the key abilities and knowledge that will be assessed in this unit. They are listed according to the course goal supported by each. See Assessment Tab for details how each outcome is assessed.
Design (Level 2)Assessment Methods: |
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Assessment Description: |
Report: Propeller Theory. This assignment on Propellers will be in a Report form and includes the results of the lab and the propeller performance calculations. Assignment 1 : Gas turbine engine cycle calculation: selection and design. Assignment 2 : Gas turbine engine off-design calculation Quiz 1 and 2: Exercise to be solved independently during the tutorial and handed in (Open Book) Tutorial Exercises: Solution of one tutorial question per tutorial as specified by the unit coordinator during the tutorial Gas Turbine Lab Report: Report on the lab on the micro turbine including performance calculations and operating line. Due 1 week after the actual lab. Lab runs in multiple weeks. Students will be assigned a specific session. Final Exam: The exam consists of 2 parts: Part A Exercises: The student takes a two hours examination at the end of the course. This is worth 15% of the total marks. This part of the exam is open book and written. Part B Theory: The student has an oral exam on the theory of the UoS. Each student will prepare and answer 2 questions and discuss/explain the answer to the UoS Coordinator. It is a requirement that to pass the course you must pass the exam. |
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Policies & Procedures: | See the policies page of the faculty website at http://sydney.edu.au/engineering/student-policies/ for information regarding university policies and local provisions and procedures within the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technologies. |
Recommended Reference/s: |
Note: References are provided for guidance purposes only. Students are advised to consult these books in the university library. Purchase is not required.
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Online Course Content: | http://www.aeromech.usyd.edu.au/AERO3261/ |
Note that the "Weeks" referred to in this Schedule are those of the official university semester calendar https://web.timetable.usyd.edu.au/calendar.jsp
Week | Description |
Week 1 | Course Overview; Review of Thermodynamics & Fluid Mechanics; Engine Thrust and Performance Parameters |
Week 2 | Propeller Principles; Froude Theory; Blade Element Theory |
Week 3 | Gas Turbines; Turbojet Engines |
Week 4 | Turbofan Engines; Afterburners; Turboprop Engines |
Week 5 | Turbomachinery Fundamentals & maps |
Assessment Due: Report | |
Week 6 | Gas Turbine Component Matching |
Week 7 | Gas Turbine Off-Design Performance |
Week 8 | Gas Turbine Engine Control |
Assessment Due: Assignment 1 | |
Week 9 | Air Intakes |
Assessment Due: Quiz 1 | |
Week 10 | Compressors; Combustion Chambers |
Week 11 | Combustion Chambers; Turbines |
Week 12 | Turbines; Novel and Advanced Engine Cycles (Geared Turbofan; Intercooled Cycles; Ramjet / Scramjet Engines; ...) |
Assessment Due: Assignment 2 | |
Week 13 | Revision |
Assessment Due: Quiz 2 | |
Exam Period | Assessment Due: Final Exam Part A: Exercises |
Assessment Due: Final Exam Part B: Theory |
Course Relations
The following is a list of courses which have added this Unit to their structure.
Course | Year(s) Offered |
Master of Professional Engineering (Aerospace) | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
Course Goals
This unit contributes to the achievement of the following course goals:
Attribute | Practiced | Assessed |
Design (Level 2) | Yes | 7% |
Engineering/IT Specialisation (Level 4) | Yes | 46% |
Maths/Science Methods and Tools (Level 3) | Yes | 20.5% |
Information Seeking (Level 3) | Yes | 2% |
Communication (Level 2) | Yes | 24.5% |
These goals are selected from Engineering & IT Graduate Outcomes Table which defines overall goals for courses where this unit is primarily offered. See Engineering & IT Graduate Outcomes Table for details of the attributes and levels to be developed in the course as a whole. Percentage figures alongside each course goal provide a rough indication of their relative weighting in assessment for this unit. Note that not all goals are necessarily part of assessment. Some may be more about practice activity. See Learning outcomes for details of what is assessed in relation to each goal and Assessment for details of how the outcome is assessed. See Attributes for details of practice provided for each goal.