Faculty of Health, Engineering and Science
School: Engineering
This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Unit Title
Aircraft Propulsion 2Unit Code
SCA3322Year
2015Enrolment Period
1Version
1Credit Points
15Full Year Unit
N
Mode of Delivery
On Campus
Description
This unit explores the various aspect of aircraft jet engines. It will introduce students to the construction, principle of operation, performance, and handling of the turbine powerplant of medium to large transport aircraft.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the various systems associated with aircraft turbine engines.
- Describe jet engine control systems, instrumentation, and engine handling techniques.
- Describe the indications of engine malfunction and state appropriate crew actions in the event of a malfunction.
- Describe the various types of jet engines,
- Discuss the factors affecting the selection of powerplant of an aircraft.
- Explain the principle of operation of the gas turbine engine, its construction, and the function of its main components.
- Illustrate the aircraft powerplant fire warning and protection systems.
Unit Content
- Jet engine operation and handling; safety precaution during engine ground run up, ignition system, engine starting systems, engine control and instrumentation, performance characteristics , fire protection, engine ice protection, thrust reversal, thrust augmentation and aircraft noise.
- Jet engine theory and construction; Types of jet engine, factors affecting the selection of powerplant, Brayton cycle and turbine engine operating principle Construction and main function of the major parts of a turbine engine
- Turbine engine systems; Induction and exhaust systems, fuel systems, lubrication, engine cooling, air system (sealing) accessory and auxiliary systems.
Additional Learning Experience Information
Lectures and tutorials.
Assessment
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
ON CAMPUS| Type | Description | Value |
|---|
| Test | Quizzes | 20% |
| Assignment | Case studies and practical exercises | 20% |
| Examination | End of semester examination | 60% |
Text References
- ^ Brown, G., & Holt, M. (2001). The turbine pilot's flight manual. Ames: Iowa State University Press.
- ^ Robson, D. (Ed.). (2005). Aerodynamics, engines & airframe systems for the air transport pilot (2nd ed.). Cheltenham: Aviation Theory Centre.
- ^ Direction of Commander, Naval Air Systems Command. (1965). Aerodynamics for naval aviators. Washington: Aviation Supplies and Academics.
- Stinton, D., (2001). The design of the aeroplane. Ames: Blackwell Science.
^ Mandatory reference
Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Academic Misconduct
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
- plagiarism;
- unauthorised collaboration;
- cheating in examinations;
- theft of other students' work;
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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Faculty of Health, Engineering and Science
School: Engineering
This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Unit Title
Aircraft Propulsion 2Unit Code
SCA3322Year
2015Enrolment Period
2Version
1Credit Points
15Full Year Unit
N
Mode of Delivery
On Campus
Description
This unit explores the various aspect of aircraft jet engines. It will introduce students to the construction, principle of operation, performance, and handling of the turbine powerplant of medium to large transport aircraft.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the various systems associated with aircraft turbine engines.
- Describe jet engine control systems, instrumentation, and engine handling techniques.
- Describe the indications of engine malfunction and state appropriate crew actions in the event of a malfunction.
- Describe the various types of jet engines,
- Discuss the factors affecting the selection of powerplant of an aircraft.
- Explain the principle of operation of the gas turbine engine, its construction, and the function of its main components.
- Illustrate the aircraft powerplant fire warning and protection systems.
Unit Content
- Jet engine operation and handling; safety precaution during engine ground run up, ignition system, engine starting systems, engine control and instrumentation, performance characteristics , fire protection, engine ice protection, thrust reversal, thrust augmentation and aircraft noise.
- Jet engine theory and construction; Types of jet engine, factors affecting the selection of powerplant, Brayton cycle and turbine engine operating principle Construction and main function of the major parts of a turbine engine
- Turbine engine systems; Induction and exhaust systems, fuel systems, lubrication, engine cooling, air system (sealing) accessory and auxiliary systems.
Additional Learning Experience Information
Lectures and tutorials.
Assessment
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
ON CAMPUS| Type | Description | Value |
|---|
| Test | Quizzes | 20% |
| Assignment | Case studies and practical exercises | 20% |
| Examination | End of semester examination | 60% |
Text References
- ^ Brown, G., & Holt, M. (2001). The turbine pilot's flight manual. Ames: Iowa State University Press.
- ^ Robson, D. (Ed.). (2005). Aerodynamics, engines & airframe systems for the air transport pilot (2nd ed.). Cheltenham: Aviation Theory Centre.
- ^ Direction of Commander, Naval Air Systems Command. (1965). Aerodynamics for naval aviators. Washington: Aviation Supplies and Academics.
- Stinton, D., (2001). The design of the aeroplane. Ames: Blackwell Science.
^ Mandatory reference
Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Academic Misconduct
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
- plagiarism;
- unauthorised collaboration;
- cheating in examinations;
- theft of other students' work;
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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