Combustion and Fuels
Structure Type: | Study unit |
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Code: | ET00BN36 |
Curriculum: | ETE 2023 |
Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
Year of Study: | 2 (2024) |
Semester: | Autumn |
Credits: | 5 cr |
Responsible Teacher: | Songok, Joel |
Language of Instruction: | English |
Courses During the Year 2024
Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
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3001 | ETE2023-2A, ETE2023-2B, ETE2023-2C, ETE2023-2D | 2024-09-03 – 2024-12-20 | Maarit Mäkelä | English | 2024-08-01 – 2024-09-06 |
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Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, you will be able to
1. to apply the main concepts of the thermo-chemistry of combustion to the evaluation of the quality of combustion in energy systems, including thermal engines
2. to perform calculations of combustion equipment and associated heat-transfer devices
3. to understand the environmental aspects of fossil fuel combustion
4. have knowledge of industrial applications of combustion in energy engineering applications
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Knowledge of Chemistry, preferably passed Chemistry course
Contents
1. Role of combustion in power/heat; efficiency vs emissions
2. Fuels and properties: Fuel classifications; ultimate/proximate analysis;
3. Principle of Combustion
4. Flame types: Premixed and non-premixed laminar and turbulent flames.
5. Energy generation devices/Fuel combustion technologies
6. Safety Issues and Accidental Combustion
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Contact teaching