ECTS - Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
Electric and Hybrid Vehicles (AE434) Course Detail
| Course Name | Course Code | Season | Lecture Hours | Application Hours | Lab Hours | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric and Hybrid Vehicles | AE434 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| Pre-requisite Course(s) |
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| EE234 or EE210 |
| Course Language | English |
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| Course Type | N/A |
| Course Level | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery | Face To Face |
| Learning and Teaching Strategies | Lecture, Discussion, Question and Answer, Problem Solving. |
| Course Lecturer(s) |
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| Course Objectives | This course aims to give the students the understanding of the electric and hybrid vehicle concept and the theoretical background on which this concept is based. |
| Course Learning Outcomes |
The students who succeeded in this course;
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| Course Content | Electric vehicle components; history of electric vehicles; types of electric vehicles; batteries and battery modeling; alternative energy sources and stores (photovoltaics, flywheels, capacitors, fuel cells); DC and AC electric motors, brushed DC motors, and brushless electric motors; power electronics and motor drives; electric vehicle drivetrain. |
Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies
| Week | Subjects | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Environmental Impact and History of Modern Transportation | |
| 2 | Fundamentals of Vehicle Propulsion (Internal Combustion Engine and Electric motor) and Braking | |
| 3 | Fundamentals of Vehicle Transmission | |
| 4 | Architecture of Electric and Hybrid Vehicles | |
| 5 | Design Principle of Series (Electrical Coupling) Hybrid Electric Drivetrain | |
| 6 | Parallel (Mechanically Coupled) Hybrid Electric Drivetrain Design | |
| 7 | Mild Hybrid Electric Drivetrain Design | |
| 8 | Peaking Power Sources and Energy Storage Midterm | |
| 9 | Fundamentals of Regenerative Braking | |
| 10 | Fuel Cell Hybrid Electric Drivetrain Design | |
| 11 | Design of Full-Size-Engine HEV with Optimal Hybridization Ratio | |
| 12 | DC and AC Electric Motors | |
| 13 | Brushless Electric Motors | |
| 14 | Brushed DC Motors | |
| 15 | Final Exam |
Sources
| Course Book | 1. - Modern Electric, Hybrid Electric, and Fuel Cell Vehicles, by M. Ehsani, 3rd Edition, CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group (2018) |
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| 2. - Electric Machinery Fundamentals, by Stephen J. Chapman, 5th Edition, McGraw Hill (2005) |
Evaluation System
| Requirements | Number | Percentage of Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance/Participation | 15 | 5 |
| Laboratory | 4 | 15 |
| Application | - | - |
| Field Work | - | - |
| Special Course Internship | - | - |
| Quizzes/Studio Critics | - | - |
| Homework Assignments | 1 | 5 |
| Presentation | 1 | 5 |
| Project | 1 | 20 |
| Report | - | - |
| Seminar | - | - |
| Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury | 1 | 20 |
| Final Exam/Final Jury | 1 | 30 |
| Toplam | 24 | 100 |
| Percentage of Semester Work | |
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| Percentage of Final Work | 100 |
| Total | 100 |
Course Category
| Core Courses | X |
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| Major Area Courses | |
| Supportive Courses | |
| Media and Managment Skills Courses | |
| Transferable Skill Courses |
The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications
| # | Program Qualifications / Competencies | Level of Contribution | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
| 1 | Adequate knowledge of mathematics, physical sciences and the subjects specific to engineering disciplines; the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge of these areas in the solution of complex engineering problems. | X | ||||
| 2 | The ability to define, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; the ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | X | ||||
| 3 | The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions in such a way as to meet the specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | X | ||||
| 4 | The ability to select, and use modern techniques and tools needed to analyze and solve complex problems encountered in engineering practices; the ability to use information technologies effectively. | X | ||||
| 5 | The ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, gather data, and analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or research areas specific to engineering disciplines. | X | ||||
| 6 | The ability to work efficiently in inter-, intra-, and multi-disciplinary teams; the ability to work individually. | X | ||||
| 7 | (a) Sözlü ve yazılı etkin iletişim kurma becerisi; etkin rapor yazma ve yazılı raporları anlama, tasarım ve üretim raporları hazırlayabilme, etkin sunum yapabilme, açık ve anlaşılır talimat verme ve alma becerisi. (b) En az bir yabancı dil bilgisi; bu yabancı dilde etkin rapor yazma ve yazılı raporları anlama, tasarım ve üretim raporları hazırlayabilme, etkin sunum yapabilme, açık ve anlaşılır talimat verme ve alma becerisi. | X | ||||
| 8 | Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and adapt and excel oneself continuously. | X | ||||
| 9 | Acting in conformity with the ethical principles; professional and ethical responsibility and knowledge of the standards employed in engineering applications. | X | ||||
| 10 | Knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge of sustainable development. | X | ||||
| 11 | Knowledge of the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety issues, and knowledge of the contemporary issues in engineering areas; awareness of the possible legal consequences of engineering practices. | X | ||||
| 12 | (a) Knowledge of (i) fluid mechanics, (ii) heat transfer, (iii) manufacturing process, (iv) electronics and control, (v) vehicle components design, (vi) vehicle dynamics, (vii) vehicle propulsion/drive and power systems, (viii) technical laws and regulations in automotive engineering field, and (ix) vehicle verification tests. (b) The ability to merge and apply these knowledge in solving multi-disciplinary automotive problems. | X | ||||
| 13 | The ability to make use of theoretical, experimental, and simulation methods, and computer aided design techniques in automotive engineering field. | X | ||||
| 14 | The ability to work in the field of vehicle design and manufacturing. | X | ||||
ECTS/Workload Table
| Activities | Number | Duration (Hours) | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Laboratory | 4 | 2 | 8 |
| Application | |||
| Special Course Internship | |||
| Field Work | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 7 | 3 | 21 |
| Presentation/Seminar Prepration | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Project | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Report | |||
| Homework Assignments | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Quizzes/Studio Critics | |||
| Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Total Workload | 131 | ||