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Piston Engine Syllabus

This document outlines the key topics and subtopics covered in Module 16 on piston engines. The module covers fundamentals of piston engines including operating principles, efficiencies, and configurations. It also addresses engine performance, construction, fuel systems, starting and ignition systems, induction and cooling systems, supercharging, lubrication, indication systems, powerplant installation, monitoring, storage and more. The module provides different knowledge levels on each topic from A to B3.

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Piston Engine Syllabus

This document outlines the key topics and subtopics covered in Module 16 on piston engines. The module covers fundamentals of piston engines including operating principles, efficiencies, and configurations. It also addresses engine performance, construction, fuel systems, starting and ignition systems, induction and cooling systems, supercharging, lubrication, indication systems, powerplant installation, monitoring, storage and more. The module provides different knowledge levels on each topic from A to B3.

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Module 16
Piston Engines
 

 
  Level
    A B1 B2 B3
16.1 Fundamentals 1 2 - 2
Mechanical, thermal and volumetric
efficiencies;
Operating principles — 2 stroke, 4 stroke,
Otto and Diesel;
Piston displacement and compression ratio;
Engine configuration and firing order.
 
16.2 Engine Performance 1 2 - 2
Power calculation and measurement;
Factors affecting engine power;
Mixtures/leaning, pre-ignition.
 
16.3 Engine Construction 1 2 - 2
Crank case, crank shaft, cam shafts, sumps;
Accessory gearbox;
Cylinder and piston assemblies;
Connecting rods, inlet and exhaust
manifolds;
Valve mechanisms
Propeller reduction gearboxes.
 
16.4 Engine Fuel Systems
16.4.1 Carburettors 1 2 - 2
Types, construction and principles of
operation;
Icing and heating.
 
16.4.2 Fuel injection systems 1 2 - 2
Types, construction and principles of
operation.
 
16.4.3 Electronic engine control 1 2 - 2
Operation of engine control and fuel
metering systems including electronic
engine control (FADEC);
Systems lay-out and components.
 
 
 
 

Module 16
Piston Engines
 

 
16.5 Starting and Ignition Systems 1 2 - 2
Starting systems, pre-heat systems;
Magneto types, construction and principles
of operation;
Ignition harnesses, spark plugs;
Low and high tension systems.
 
16.6 Induction, Exhaust and Cooling 1 2 - 2
Systems
Construction and operation of: induction
systems including alternate air systems;
Exhaust systems, engine cooling systems —
air and liquid.
 
16.7 Supercharging/Turbocharging 1 2 - 2
Principles and purpose of supercharging and
its effects on engine parameters;
Construction and operation of
supercharging/turbocharging systems;
System terminology;
Control systems;
System protection.
 
16.8 Lubricants and Fuels 1 2 - 2
Properties and specifications;
Fuel additives
Safety precautions.

16.9 Lubrication Systems 1 2 - 2


System operation/lay-out and components.
 
16.10 Engine Indication Systems 1 2 - 2
Engine speed;
Cylinder head temperature;
Coolant temperature;
Oil pressure and temperature;
Exhaust Gas Temperature;
Fuel pressure and flow;
Manifold pressure.
 
 
 
 

Module 16
Piston Engines
 

 
16.11 Powerplant Installation 1 2 - 2
Configuration of firewalls, cowlings, acoustic
panels, engine mounts, anti-vibration
mounts, hoses, pipes, feeders, connectors,
wiring looms, control cables and rods, lifting
points and drains.

16.12 Engine Monitoring and Ground 1 3 - 2


Operation
Procedures for starting and ground run-up;
Interpretation of engine power output and
parameters;
Inspection of engine and components:
criteria, tolerances, and data specified by
engine manufacturer.

16.13 Engine Storage and Preservation - 2 - 1


Preservation and depreservation for the
engine and accessories/systems.
 

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