Basic Engine Theory & Operation (OPRV 120)

Term: 2016-2017 Spring Semester

Faculty

Seth Richard Weeman
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Schedule

Tue-Thu, 3:00 PM - 4:50 PM (1/9/2017 - 3/24/2017) Location: MIT NTRC TBA

Description

Introduction to the basic design and operating principles and components of the internal combustion engine. Topics to be explored include: valve train design and component identification, ignition and fuel system identification and design, similarities and differences between 2 and 4 stroke cycle engines, similarities and differences between air cooled and water cooled engines and component failure identification.