Module-16

AMEL Modules - Module-16

16.01: Fundamentals	16.01: Fundamentals Mechanical, thermal & volumetric efficiencies; Operating principles - 2 stroke, 4 stroke, Otto & Diesel; Piston displacement & compression ratio; Engine configuration & firing order.
16.02: Engine Performance	16.02: Engine Performance Power calculation & measurement; Factors affecting engine power; Mixtures/leaning, preignition.
16.03: Engine Construction	16.03: Engine Construction Crank case, crank shaft, cam shafts, sumps; Accessory gearbox; Cylinder & piston assemblies; Connecting rods, inlet & exhaust manifolds; Valve mechanisms; Propeller reduction gearboxes.
16.04: Engine Fuel Systems	16.04: Engine Fuel Systems Carburettors: Types, construction & principles of operation; Icing & heating; Fuel injection systems: Types, construction & principles of operation; Electronic engine control: Operation of engine control & fuel metering systems including electronic engine control (FADEC); System layout & components.
16.05: Starting & Ignition Systems	16.05: Starting & Ignition Systems Starting systems;Magneto types, construction & principles of operation; Ignition harnesses, spark plugs; Low & high tension systems.
16.06: Induction, Exhaust & Cooling Systems	16.06: Induction, Exhaust & Cooling Systems Construction & operation of induction systems including alternate air systems; Exhaust systems & engine cooling systems.
16.07: Supercharging/Turbocharging	16.07: Supercharging/Turbocharging Principles & purpose of supercharging & its effects on engine parameters; Construction & operation of supercharging/turbocharging systems; System terminology; Control systems; System protection.
16.08: Lubricants & Fuels	16.08: Lubricants & Fuels Properties & specifications; Fuel additives; Safety precautions.
16.09: Lubrication Systems	16.09: Lubrication Systems System operation/layout & components.
16.10: Engine Indication Systems	16.10: Engine Indication Systems Engine speed; Cylinder head temperature; Oil pressure & temperature; Exhaust Gas Temperature; Fuel pressure & flow; Manifold pressure.
16.11: Powerplant Installation	16.11: Powerplant Installation Configuration of firewalls, cowlings, acoustic panels, engine mounts, anti -vibration mounts, hoses, pipes, feeders, connectors, wiring looms, control cables & rods, lifting points & drains.
16.12: Engine Monitoring & Ground Operation	16.12: Engine Monitoring & Ground Operation Procedures for starting & ground run-up; Interpretation of engine power output & parameters; Inspection of engine & components: criteria, tolerances, & data specified by engine manufacturer.
16.13: Engine Storage & Preservation	16.13: Engine Storage & Preservation Preservation & depreservation for the engine & accessories/systems.