MEN 201 - Marine Diesel Engines I

Course Objectives

1. To introduce propulsion engine alternatives, 2. To establish a sound understanding of diesel engines as a prime mover, 3. To provide working knowledge on Diesel engine auxiliary systems and their functions, 4. To introduce engine-propeller matching problem

Course Description

Operating principles of diesel engines, engine types, two and four-stroke engines, examination of engine construction, engine thermodynamics, combustion in diesel engines, diesel engine emissions and control equipment, fuel, cooling water, lubricating oil circuits, supercharger regime, gear box, system , Protection of machinery and rights. Laboratory studies on engine performance and emissions.