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| Unit | ADANA VOCATIONAL SCHOOL |
| Code | OTP252 |
| Name | Vehicle Mechanics |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 4. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-1 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Ön Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Doç. Dr. ALİ CAN YILMAZ |
| Course Instructor |
Doç. Dr. ALİ CAN YILMAZ
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To show students the effects of physical principles on vehicle design
Course Content
1 Classification of vehicles and mechanics of the wheel, Rolling resistance, Acceleration resistance. Air resistance, Transmission resistance, Hill resistance. 2 Wind resistance, Physical behavior of the vehicle, Motion resistance, Lateral forces, Aerodynamic resistance, Bernolli equation 3 Aerodynamic resistance power, Lateral forces, Linear forces, Mathematical and physical expressions, Engine and vehicle performance 4 Motion transmission in clutches, Moment and power calculation, Hydraulics power transmission, Electric clutch, Table value reading. 5 Power and torque transmission, Gear ratio, Drive force, Transmission efficiency, Mechanical gearbox, Automatic gearbox. 6 Differential gear ratio, Motion transmission, Shaft 7 Moment and power transmission, Dynamic and static loads. 8 Tire materials, Static and dynamic movements of the wheels, Rim material 9 Engine performance values, Road-ground conditions, Road-wheel relationship, Road-speed relationship, Tables 10 Hydraulic systems, Hydraulic sealing elements, Empirical expressions about the brake system 11 Brake systems , Road-ground information, Brake distribution and control systems 12 Road movement characteristics of the vehicle, Movement resistances in vehicles, Skidding and lateral slip in vehicles, Smooth linear movements in vehicles 13 Geometric calculations, Camber, caster, toe-in, toe-out, kingpim and total angle, Shock absorbers, Control arms, Steering system geometric calculations, Turning angle, Steering center of rotation 14 Calculations related to hydraulic systems, Calculations related to electrical systems, Calculation of steering gear ratios
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Çetinkaya, S. (2023) Taşıt Mekaniği. Ankara, Nobel Akademik Press.
Notes
None
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | The student solves problems by interpreting vehicle resistances. |
| LO02 | The student explains the effects of aerodynamic forces. |
| LO03 | The student relates the dynamics occurring during acceleration and braking to vehicle behaviors. |
| LO04 | The student calculates the forces and moments acting on the vehicle. |
| LO05 | The student solves problems by making the necessary calculations related to the clutch, gearbox, shaft, and differential. |
| LO06 | The student solves problems by calculating skid, yaw, slip, and front-alignment geometry. |
| LO07 | The student designs a system, component or process to meet various engineering needs within technical, economic, environmental, manufacturability and sustainability constraints. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The student acquires the modern knowledge required by the automotive industry. | 3 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The student outlines how to establish and manage a business. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The student acquires the necessary knowledge about occupational safety, organization and management. | |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The student reaches the level of required drawings based on basic technical drawing knowledge. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The student reaches the level of maintenance, repair and mechanical operations of engines. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The student relates energy and its efficient use. | 3 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The student applies maintenance and repair procedures to motion control systems. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The student defines vehicle and engine parts. | |
| PLO09 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The student relates their profession to algebraic applications. | 5 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | The student understands the importance of lifelong learning by following scientific and technological developments. | 3 |
| PLO11 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The student explains the application of ergonomics in the automotive industry with examples. | |
| PLO12 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The student examines the components and diagrams of hydraulic-pneumatic systems by distinguishing them. | |
| PLO13 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The student memorizes the English equivalents of technical terms related to their profession. | |
| PLO14 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The student explains the basic principles and concepts related to engine test and adjustment. | |
| PLO15 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The student demonstrates the relationship between material deformation and material testing. | |
| PLO16 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The student explains corrosion and methods of corrosion protection with examples. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Classification of vehicles and mechanics of the wheel, Rolling resistance, Acceleration resistance. Air resistance, Transmission resistance, Hill resistance. | Reviewing lecture notes in advance | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Problem Çözme, Soru-Cevap |
| 2 | Wind resistance, Physical behavior of the vehicle, Motion resistance, Lateral forces, Aerodynamic resistance, Bernolli equation | Reviewing lecture notes in advance | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Problem Çözme, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | Aerodynamic drag force, Lateral forces, Linear forces, Mathematical and physical expressions, Engine and vehicle performance | Reviewing lecture notes in advance | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Problem Çözme, Soru-Cevap |
| 4 | Motion transmission in clutches, Moment and power calculation, Hydraulic power transmission, Electric clutch, Table value reading. | Reviewing lecture notes in advance | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Problem Çözme, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | Power and torque transmission, Gear ratio, Drive force, Transmission efficiency, Mechanical gearbox, Automatic gearbox. | Reviewing lecture notes in advance | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Problem Çözme, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | Differential gear ratio, Motion transmission, Shaft | Reviewing lecture notes in advance | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Problem Çözme, Soru-Cevap |
| 7 | Moment and power transmission, Dynamic and static loads. | Reviewing lecture notes in advance | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Problem Çözme, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | The student studies the relevant notes. | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Hydraulic systems, Hydraulic sealing elements, Empirical statements about the brake system | Reviewing lecture notes in advance | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Problem Çözme, Soru-Cevap |
| 10 | Tandems and their areas of use | Reviewing lecture notes in advance | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Problem Çözme, Soru-Cevap |
| 11 | Brake systems, Road-ground information, Brake distribution and control systems | Reviewing lecture notes in advance | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Problem Çözme, Soru-Cevap |
| 12 | Road motion characteristics of vehicles, Movement resistances in vehicles, Skidding and lateral slip in vehicles, Smooth linear movements in vehicles | Reviewing lecture notes in advance | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Problem Çözme, Soru-Cevap |
| 13 | Geometric calculations, Camber, caster, toe-in, toe-out, kingpin and total angle, Shock absorbers, Swing arms, Steering system geometric calculations, Turning angle, Steering center of rotation | Reviewing lecture notes in advance | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Problem Çözme, Soru-Cevap |
| 14 | Calculations related to hydraulic systems, Calculations related to electrical systems, Steering gear ratio calculations | Reviewing lecture notes in advance | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Problem Çözme, Soru-Cevap |
| 15 | Steering systems and gear ratio calculation | Reviewing lecture notes in advance | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Problem Çözme, Soru-Cevap |
| 16 | Term Exams | The student studies the relevant notes. | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | The student studies the relevant notes. | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 98 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,92 | ||
| ECTS | 4 ECTS | ||