NG3S426 - Aerospace Turbine Propulsion Systems 01 Aug 2023 - 31 Aug 2029 | Version 3
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG3S426 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Aerospace Turbine Propulsion Systems | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Aircraft Maintenance Engineering | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Aircraft Maintenance Engineering | ||
| Module Leader: | Richard Grant | ||
| Module Team: | Craig Thomas, Daniel Jones | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2017 | Final Year of Intake: | 2028 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100564 - aerospace propulsion systems | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 3 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Aug 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2029 |
Module Aims
To give the student a detailed knowledge of engineering principles of aircraft Gas Turbine Engine propulsion and associated systems.
Content Summary
Content Summary
Thermodynamics of propulsion system
GTE design & manufacturing
Engine performance Parameters
Turbo-prop Engines
Turbo-shaft Engines
Turbofan Engines
Turbojet Engines
Engine Indication Systems
Power Augmentation Systems
Auxiliary Power Units (APUs)
Powerplant Installation
Fire Protection Systems
Engine Monitoring and Ground Operation
Engine Storage and Preservation
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 95 |
| Tutorial | 16 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 8 |
| Independent Study | 18 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 3 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 50 |
| Active/Simulation Based | 10 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Analyse and evaluate aspects of gas turbine engines in terms of performance |
| LO2 | Demonstrate a detailed understanding of gas turbine engines |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Portfolio 1 | Two written Reports based on Gas Turbine Engine systems (2000 wordcount each) | 0 | 4000 | 80 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment (Exam) | Onsite External Examination 1 | Written Examination Based on EASA (External) | 115 | N/A | 20 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Portfolio 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Onsite External Examination 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |