ES4B7-15 as of 8th Apr 2020 at 16:45
Vehicle Propulsion
ES4B7-15 — revision saved on 8th Apr 2020 at 16:45
Deadline: 19th Apr 2020
Changes since last review
The last reviewed revision was saved on 14th Sep 2019 at 07:00.
Basic module details
Approval type
Unspecified
T
RevisedModule
Month of introduction/change
Unspecified AF
September
Year of introduction/change
Unspecified
2020
Module duration
Unspecified
10 weeks
Summary of changes or other notes for reviewers
DR
Changes were made in consultation with the School of Engineering and WMG.
Rationale for introduction, revision or discontinuation
Change of module leader together with a revision of the syllabus to reflect the increased importance of hybrid and
electric vehicle propulsion technology.
Affected departments
Unspecified
• School of Engineering
• Warwick Manufacturing Group
Module leader
Howard Neal (8973207)
Husain Kanchwala (1875853)
Level
Unspecified
Module delivery
Unspecified
Face to face
Study locations
ES4B7-15 as of 8th Apr 2020 at 16:45
Location Primary
Location Primary
University of Warwick Main Campus, Coventry Yes
Module description
Introductory description
ES4B7-15 Vehicle Propulsion
Principal module aims
At the end of this module students will be able to critically analyse a range of common propulsion technologies such
as ICE, electrification and hybrid solutions.
T
Learning outcomes
• Be familiar with the design and operating parameters and internal-combustion engine operating characteristics.
• Interpret the requirements for and operating characteristics of HEV enabling technology and the complexity of
technology integration.
AF
• Critically analyse the diverse justifications for vehicle hybridisation and electrification.
Outline syllabus for publication
Propulsion choices. Motivation for using HEVs Preliminary concepts: Thermodynamic processes Engine power cycles
Ignition and valve timing Combustion fundamentals in SI and CI engines Actual fuel-air cycles: Otto, diesel and two-
stroke Mixture preparation: stoichiometric, rich and lean mixtures Combustion and exhaust formation Emission norms,
testing and control Engine force balance and performance characteristics Engine performance testing and
turbocharging Vehicle transmission Vehicle power and traction requirements calculation Engine sizing for HEV
DR
application Hybrid vehicle architecture Electric Machines: Principles and Modelling Design of PM synchronous motors
Switched reluctance (stepper) and induction motors Control of permanent magnet, stepper and induction motors
Energy storage technologies: electrical and mechanical Battery modelling and characterisation Battery pack design,
management and control systems Fuel cells
Supplementary detail on syllabus and teaching strategies to inform the approval (not for publication)
Seminars will incorporate teaching formerly delivered in lecture format combined with in- session activities.
Should this module have a reading list?
No
Yes
Talis Aspire link
Unspecified
N/A
Indicative reading list
Borgnakke, C. and Sonntag, R.E., 2019, Fundamentals of Thermodynamics, 10th edition, Wiley. Yunus C. and
Michael B., 2019, Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach, 9th edition, McGraw Hill. Heywood, J.B., 2018,
Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals 2E, 2nd edition, McGraw Hill. Ganesan, V., 2013, Internal Combustion
Engines, 4th edition, Tata McGraw Hill. Stone, R., 2012, Introduction to Internal Combustion Engines, 4th edition,
Macmillan. Mi C., Masrur MA., 2017, Hybrid electric vehicles: principles and applications with practical perspectives,
2nd edition, Wiley. J Miller, 2010, Propulsion Systems for Hybrid Vehicles, IET. A Emadi, 2014, Advanced Electric
Drive Vehicles, 1st edition, CRC Press.
Departmental web link
ES4B7-15 as of 8th Apr 2020 at 16:45
Unspecified
go.warwick.ac.uk/es4b7
Module delivery
Minimum student number
Unspecified
10
Maximum student number
Unspecified
999
Skills, competencies, and attributes
T
Subject specific skills
Ability to be pragmatic, taking a systematic approach and the logical and practical steps necessary for, often complex,
concepts to become reality. Ability to develop economically viable and ethically sound sustainable solutions
AF
Transferable skills
Appreciation of the global dimensions of engineering, commerce and communication Be professional in their outlook,
be capable of team working, be effective communicators, and be able to exercise responsibility and sound
management approaches. Exercise initiative and personal responsibility, including time management, which may be
as a team member or leader. Numeracy: apply mathematical and computational methods to communicate
parameters, model and optimize solutions. Plan self-learning and improve performance, as the foundation for lifelong
learning/CPD
Learning hours breakdown
DR
Lecture
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Seminar
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Required: 18 × 2 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Tutorial
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Project Supervision
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Demonstration
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Practical class
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
ES4B7-15 as of 8th Apr 2020 at 16:45
Supervised practical class
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Fieldwork
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
External visit
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Work based learning
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
T
Online learning (scheduled sessions)
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Online learning (independent)
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Required: 0 × 0 hours
AF
Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Other activity
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Required: 2 × 1 hour Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Details of other activity
Examples class (exam revision)
DR
Placement
Unspecified
0 hours
Private study
Unspecified
112 hours
Details of private study and independent learning
Guided Independent Learning 112 hours
Assessment
Unspecified
0 hours
Total study hours for module
Unspecified
150 hours
Assessment
Reassessment model
Unspecified
ES4B7-15 as of 8th Apr 2020 at 16:45
Individual
Assessment components Edited:
Title Type Length Weight Final Eligible for self-
chronological certification
Group Assignment including Centrally-timetabled 18% Unspecified No
Peer Assessment examination - Written -
Standard
Student preparation and
completion time (hours)
Description
Exam admin details
Preferred exam timing
15 mins reading time Unspecified
required
T
Specific timetable requests
Other modules on sectioned
paper AF
Answer books required
Sheets of graph paper 0
Additional materials
permitted
Calculator permitted No
Other special stationery
requirements
Reassessment component is the same
DR
Title Type Length Weight Final Eligible for self-
chronological certification
Group Written Report Written 4000 words 20% No No
report
Student preparation and
completion time (hours)
Description Group Written Report, including peer assessment (4000 words)
Reassessment component
Title Type Length Eligible for self-
certification
Assignment Other No
Description Assignment
Edited:
Title Type Length Weight Final Eligible for self-
chronological certification
Group Presentation including Centrally-timetabled 12% Unspecified No
Peer Assessment examination - Written -
Standard
Student preparation and
completion time (hours)
Description
ES4B7-15 as of 8th Apr 2020 at 16:45
Exam admin details
Preferred exam timing
15 mins reading time Unspecified
required
Specific timetable requests
Other modules on sectioned
paper
Answer books required
Sheets of graph paper 0
Additional materials
permitted
Calculator permitted No
Other special stationery
T
requirements
Reassessment component is the same
Title Type Length Weight Final Eligible for self-
chronological certification
Group Design Exercise
Student preparation and
completion time (hours)
AF
Problem set 10% No No
Description Group design exercise assessed via a written report, including peer
assessment (2000 words)
Reassessment component
Title Type Length Eligible for self-
certification
DR
Assignment Other No
Description Assignment
Edited:
Title Type Length Weight Final Eligible for self-
chronological certification
3 hour examination Centrally-timetabled 180 70% Yes No
(Summer) examination - Written - minutes
Standard
Student preparation
and completion time
(hours)
Description
Exam admin details
Preferred exam timing Summer
15 mins reading time No
required
Specific timetable 17/18: ES4B7 Equations Booklet to be provided by department. 15/16: With ES4B79. Exam
requests increased to 3 hrs (MA1 rec'd). 13/14: Data book 5th OR 6th can be used for all 4th years.
Other modules on
sectioned paper
Answer books required Gold: 1
ES4B7-15 as of 8th Apr 2020 at 16:45
Sheets of graph paper 2
Additional materials Engineering data book 8th Edition
permitted
Calculator permitted Yes
Other special
stationery
requirements
Reassessment component is the same
Title Type Length Weight Final Eligible for self-
chronological certification
Written Examination Centrally-timetabled 180 70% Yes No
examination - Written - minutes
Standard
Student preparation
T
and completion time
(hours)
Description Written Examination 3 hours
Exam admin details
Preferred exam timing
15 mins reading time
Summer
No
AF
required
Specific timetable 17/18: ES4B7 Equations Booklet to be provided by department.15/16: With ES4B79. Exam
requests increased to 3 hrs (MA1 rec'd).13/14: Data book 5th OR 6th can be used for all 4th years.
Other modules on
sectioned paper
Answer books required Gold: 1
DR
Sheets of graph paper 2
Additional materials Engineering data book 8th Edition
permitted
Calculator permitted Yes
Other special ES4B7 Equations booklet to be provided.
stationery requirements
Reassessment component is the same
Must the student pass all parts of the assessment to pass the module?
Unspecified
Yes
Methods for providing feedback on assessment
Feedback from both group reports.
Assessment learning outcomes
Group Written Group Design Written
Report (20%) Exercise (10%) Examination
(70%)
Be familiar with the design and operating parameters and
internal-combustion engine operating characteristics.
Interpret the requirements for and operating
ES4B7-15 as of 8th Apr 2020 at 16:45
Group Written Group Design Written
Report (20%) Exercise (10%) Examination
(70%)
characteristics of HEV enabling technology and the
complexity of technology integration.
Critically analyse the diverse justifications for vehicle
hybridisation and electrification.
Group Written Group Design Written
Report (20%) Exercise (10%) Examination
(70%)
Be familiar with the design and operating parameters and X X X
internal-combustion engine operating characteristics.
Interpret the requirements for and operating X X X
characteristics of HEV enabling technology and the
T
complexity of technology integration.
Critically analyse the diverse justifications for vehicle X X
hybridisation and electrification.
Availability
Availability of module
AF
No availability information provided
Course Route Year of study Type of availability
UESA-H109 4 Optional
UESA-H110 4 Optional
UESA-H114 4 Optional
DR
UESA-H317 4 Optional
UESA-H336 4 Optional
UESA-H332 4 Optional
UESA-H332 5 Optional
UESA-H337 4 Core
UESA-H338 4 Core
UESA-H339 4 Optional
UESA-HH37 4 Optional
UESA-HH76 4 Optional
UESA-HH38 4 Optional
UESA-HH38 5 Optional
UESA-HH39 4 Optional
Pre-requisite modules
Unspecified
• All of
Has post-requisite modules?
Unspecified
ES4B7-15 as of 8th Apr 2020 at 16:45
No
Any additional resource requirements
N/A
Basic module details
Month of introduction/change
September
Year of introduction/change
2020
Module title
Vehicle Propulsion
Module duration
T
10 weeks
Department for SITS
School of Engineering
Summary of changes or other notes for reviewers
AF
Changes were made in consultation with the School of Engineering and WMG.
Rationale for introduction, revision or discontinuation
Change of module leader together with a revision of the syllabus to reflect the increased importance of hybrid and
electric vehicle propulsion technology.
Affected departments
• School of Engineering
• Warwick Manufacturing Group
Module leader
DR
Husain Kanchwala (1875853)
Level
7
Level for SITS
4
Credit value
15
Module delivery
Face to face
Study locations
Location Primary
University of Warwick Main Campus, Coventry Yes
Module description
Introductory description
ES4B7-15 Vehicle Propulsion
Principal module aims
ES4B7-15 as of 8th Apr 2020 at 16:45
At the end of this module students will be able to critically analyse a range of common propulsion technologies such
as ICE, electrification and hybrid solutions.
Learning outcomes
• Be familiar with the design and operating parameters and internal-combustion engine operating characteristics.
• Interpret the requirements for and operating characteristics of HEV enabling technology and the complexity of
technology integration.
• Critically analyse the diverse justifications for vehicle hybridisation and electrification.
Outline syllabus for publication
Propulsion choices. Motivation for using HEVs Preliminary concepts: Thermodynamic processes Engine power cycles
Ignition and valve timing Combustion fundamentals in SI and CI engines Actual fuel-air cycles: Otto, diesel and two-
stroke Mixture preparation: stoichiometric, rich and lean mixtures Combustion and exhaust formation Emission norms,
testing and control Engine force balance and performance characteristics Engine performance testing and
turbocharging Vehicle transmission Vehicle power and traction requirements calculation Engine sizing for HEV
application Hybrid vehicle architecture Electric Machines: Principles and Modelling Design of PM synchronous motors
T
Switched reluctance (stepper) and induction motors Control of permanent magnet, stepper and induction motors
Energy storage technologies: electrical and mechanical Battery modelling and characterisation Battery pack design,
management and control systems Fuel cells
Supplementary detail on syllabus and teaching strategies to inform the approval (not for publication)
AF
Seminars will incorporate teaching formerly delivered in lecture format combined with in- session activities.
Should this module have a reading list?
Yes
Talis Aspire link
N/A
Indicative reading list
Borgnakke, C. and Sonntag, R.E., 2019, Fundamentals of Thermodynamics, 10th edition, Wiley. Yunus C. and
Michael B., 2019, Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach, 9th edition, McGraw Hill. Heywood, J.B., 2018,
Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals 2E, 2nd edition, McGraw Hill. Ganesan, V., 2013, Internal Combustion
DR
Engines, 4th edition, Tata McGraw Hill. Stone, R., 2012, Introduction to Internal Combustion Engines, 4th edition,
Macmillan. Mi C., Masrur MA., 2017, Hybrid electric vehicles: principles and applications with practical perspectives,
2nd edition, Wiley. J Miller, 2010, Propulsion Systems for Hybrid Vehicles, IET. A Emadi, 2014, Advanced Electric
Drive Vehicles, 1st edition, CRC Press.
Departmental web link
go.warwick.ac.uk/es4b7
Module delivery
Minimum student number
10
Maximum student number
999
Estimated student number
33
Teaching split
Department Percentage
Warwick Manufacturing Group 100%
Skills, competencies, and attributes
ES4B7-15 as of 8th Apr 2020 at 16:45
Subject specific skills
Ability to be pragmatic, taking a systematic approach and the logical and practical steps necessary for, often complex,
concepts to become reality. Ability to develop economically viable and ethically sound sustainable solutions
Transferable skills
Appreciation of the global dimensions of engineering, commerce and communication Be professional in their outlook,
be capable of team working, be effective communicators, and be able to exercise responsibility and sound
management approaches. Exercise initiative and personal responsibility, including time management, which may be
as a team member or leader. Numeracy: apply mathematical and computational methods to communicate
parameters, model and optimize solutions. Plan self-learning and improve performance, as the foundation for lifelong
learning/CPD
Includes research element
No
Interdisciplinary
No
International
T
No
Learning hours breakdown AF
Lecture
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Seminar
Required: 18 × 2 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Tutorial
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Project Supervision
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
DR
Demonstration
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Practical class
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Supervised practical class
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Fieldwork
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
External visit
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Work based learning
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Online learning (scheduled sessions)
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Online learning (independent)
Required: 0 × 0 hours Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Other activity
Required: 2 × 1 hour Optional: 0 × 0 hours
Details of other activity
ES4B7-15 as of 8th Apr 2020 at 16:45
Examples class (exam revision)
Placement
0 hours
Private study
112 hours
Details of private study and independent learning
Guided Independent Learning 112 hours
Assessment
0 hours
Total study hours for module
150 hours
Assessment
T
Reassessment model
Individual
Assessment components AF
Title Type Length Weight Final Eligible for self-
chronological certification
Group Written Report Written 4000 words 20% No No
report
Student preparation and
completion time (hours)
Description Group Written Report, including peer assessment (4000 words)
Reassessment component
Title Type Length Eligible for self-
DR
certification
Assignment Other No
Description Assignment
Title Type Length Weight Final Eligible for self-
chronological certification
Group Design Exercise Problem set 10% No No
Student preparation and
completion time (hours)
Description Group design exercise assessed via a written report, including peer
assessment (2000 words)
Reassessment component
Title Type Length Eligible for self-
certification
Assignment Other No
Description Assignment
Title Type Length Weight Final Eligible for self-
chronological certification
Written Examination Centrally-timetabled 180 70% Yes No
examination - Written - minutes
Standard
Student preparation
ES4B7-15 as of 8th Apr 2020 at 16:45
and completion time
(hours)
Description Written Examination 3 hours
Exam admin details
Preferred exam timing Summer
15 mins reading time No
required
Specific timetable 17/18: ES4B7 Equations Booklet to be provided by department.15/16: With ES4B79. Exam
requests increased to 3 hrs (MA1 rec'd).13/14: Data book 5th OR 6th can be used for all 4th years.
Other modules on
sectioned paper
Answer books required Gold: 1
Sheets of graph paper 2
Additional materials Engineering data book 8th Edition
permitted
T
Calculator permitted Yes
Other special ES4B7 Equations booklet to be provided.
stationery requirements
Reassessment component is the same
AF
Must the student pass all parts of the assessment to pass the module?
Yes
Methods for providing feedback on assessment
Feedback from both group reports.
Assessment learning outcomes
Group Written Group Design Written
Report (20%) Exercise (10%) Examination
(70%)
DR
Be familiar with the design and operating parameters and X X X
internal-combustion engine operating characteristics.
Interpret the requirements for and operating X X X
characteristics of HEV enabling technology and the
complexity of technology integration.
Critically analyse the diverse justifications for vehicle X X
hybridisation and electrification.
Availability
Availability of module
Course Route Year of study Type of availability
UESA-H109 4 Optional
UESA-H110 4 Optional
UESA-H114 4 Optional
UESA-H317 4 Optional
UESA-H336 4 Optional
UESA-H332 4 Optional
UESA-H332 5 Optional
ES4B7-15 as of 8th Apr 2020 at 16:45
Course Route Year of study Type of availability
UESA-H337 4 Core
UESA-H338 4 Core
UESA-H339 4 Optional
UESA-HH37 4 Optional
UESA-HH76 4 Optional
UESA-HH38 4 Optional
UESA-HH38 5 Optional
UESA-HH39 4 Optional
Has pre-requisite modules?
No
T
Has post-requisite modules?
No
Has anti-requisite modules?
No AF
Any additional resource requirements
N/A
DR
