TÜRKÇE
ENGLISH
Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | OMY307 |
| Name | Vehicle Aerodynamics |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Semester | 5. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | VK Vocational Knowledge Courses C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. MUSTAFA ATAKAN AKAR |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
|
Course Goal / Objective
To address external flow types and outline the aerodynamic design and characteristics of vehicles; to explain drag and lift forces; to calculate the aerodynamic resistance of vehicles and optimize their designs.
Course Content
Fundamental formulations in fluid mechanics and aerodynamic problems. Inviscid and viscous flows. Aerodynamic resistances. Wind tunnels and their applications in external body flows. Aerodynamic designs aimed at drag reduction. Numerical analysis and simulation of the aerodynamic characteristics of vehicles.
Course Precondition
There is no prerequisite for this course.
Resources
Akışkanlar Mekaniği Temelleri ve Uygulamaları-Yunus Çengel- John Imbala
Notes
No additional resources are available.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Lists aerodynamic principles. |
| LO02 | Analyzes the aerodynamic design of vehicles. |
| LO03 | Interprets the aerodynamic design parameters of vehicles. |
| LO04 | Performs aerodynamic analyses. |
| LO05 | Calculates drag and lift forces in vehicle models. |
| LO06 | Calculates the effect of aerodynamic forces on performance. |
| LO07 | Analyzes the effect of vehicle aerodynamics on road holding characteristics. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Sufficient knowledge of mathematics, science and subjects specific to the automotive engineering discipline; the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas to solve complex engineering problems. | |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems in the field of Automotive Engineering; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | 5 |
| PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | In Automotive Engineering, the ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Automotive Engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to investigate complex engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics in the field of Automotive Engineering. | |
| PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Ability to work effectively in intra-disciplinary (Automotive Engineering) and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports in the field of Automotive Engineering and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information in the field of Automotive Engineering, to follow developments in science and technology and to constantly renew oneself. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Acting in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility in the field of Automotive Engineering, and knowledge of the standards used in engineering practice. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management and change management in the field of Automotive Engineering; awareness about entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge about sustainable development. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Knowledge about the universal and societal effects of automotive engineering applications on health, environment and safety and the contemporary problems reflected in the automotive engineering field; awareness of the legal consequences of automotive engineering solutions. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vehicles will be examined from an aerodynamic perspective. | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 2 | Aerodynamic drag and the drag coefficient will be calculated. | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 3 | The effect of aerodynamic forces on performance will be discussed. | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 4 | The effect of aerodynamic drag force on fuel consumption and acceleration will be examined. | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 5 | The effect of vehicle aerodynamics on road holding characteristics will be discussed. | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 6 | Other effects of vehicle aerodynamics will be examined. | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 7 | Wind tunnel experiments will be explained. | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Drag of vehicle models will be calculated. | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 10 | Lift forces of vehicle models will be calculated. | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 11 | Numerical analysis of the aerodynamic characteristics of the vehicle will be performed. | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 12 | Simulation of the aerodynamic characteristics of the vehicle will be performed. | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 13 | The aerodynamic characteristics of the vehicle will be examined. | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 14 | The Navier–Stokes equations will be explained. | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 15 | The Navier–Stokes equations and their aerodynamic applications will be carried out. | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Problem Çözme |
| 16 | Term Exams | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | It should be studied from the relevant reference source. | 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 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 9 | 9 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 100 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,00 | ||
| ECTS | 4 ECTS | ||