Certificate in Aircraft Propulsion Systems

Module
Synopsis
Mechanics of Fluid
This module involves the study of fluid in both static and dynamic situation. Students learn the basic laws governing the behaviour of fluids under the influence of energy transfer. Major topics include systems concept, temperature and pressure, fluid statics, fluid in motion, continuity equation, laminar and turbulent flows, ideal incompressible flow, Bernoulli’s equation, flow measurement and Pitot tube, external flow, fluid applications in aircraft components and systems.

Propulsion Fundamentals
This module deals with thermodynamics and includes the applications of the First and Second Laws of thermodynamics, with emphasis on engineering problem solving to help students to bridge the gap between theory and practice. Major topics include perfect gases and perfect gas laws, the First and Second Laws, flow and non-flow processes, steady flow energy equation, gas cycles, heat transfer, one-dimensional compressible flow.

Aircraft Propulsion Systems

This module equips students with the basic principles of aircraft propulsion systems and a general understanding of the design features of some of the components and sub-systems. Topics include gas turbine cycles, various jet and rocket propulsion systems, design features of inlets, compressors, combustion chambers, turbines and other elements of propulsion systems.