ME4424 Combustion Fundamentals

The goal of this course is to provide naval engineers with the background knowledge and skills necessary to properly analyze and evaluate combustion systems and processes. This will be accomplished by building upon knowledge acquired in prerequisite courses and developing knowledge of chemical kinetics and mass transport. This knowledge is then applied to analyses of combustion and flame phenomena relative to Naval applications (vehicles, infrastructure, ships, aircraft, etc.). Analytical, numerical and experimental techniques will be used to analyze combustion with both conventional and biofuels. 

Prerequisite

Graduate courses or undergraduate equivalents in Chemistry, Thermodynamics (ME2101), and Fluid Mechanics (ME3201).

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

2

Course Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of combustion systems and processes, including chemical kinetics and mass transport principles.
• Apply knowledge acquired from prerequisite courses to analyze and evaluate combustion phenomena effectively.
• Utilize analytical, numerical, and experimental techniques to study combustion processes.
• Evaluate combustion systems and flame phenomena relevant to Naval applications, such as vehicles, infrastructure, ships, and aircraft.
• Differentiate between combustion characteristics when using conventional fuels versus biofuels.
• Develop skills in analyzing and optimizing combustion systems for efficiency and performance.
• Demonstrate proficiency in communicating combustion analysis findings through written reports and presentations.

 

These outcomes aim to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to analyze, evaluate, and optimize combustion systems for various Naval applications, considering both conventional and alternative fuels.