Automotive Engineering
The course covers essential automotive fundamentals, core vehicle systems, and modern technologies including electric vehicles, automotive electronics, and autonomous systems.
Duration
3Â Months
Level
Beginner to Advanced
Format
Online
Projects
Real-World Projects
Curriculum
3 Phases • Industry-Oriented Topics
1. Foundations: Build essential engineering, physics, and automotive knowledge
- Introduction to Automotive Engineering
Overview of vehicle types, automotive industry, career paths. - Â Basic Physics & Mechanics
Motion, forces, work, energy, basic vehicle dynamics. - Materials for Automobiles
Metals, polymers, composites, lightweight materials. - Basic Thermodynamics & Fluid Mechanics
Heat, engines, airflows, basic aerodynamics. - Intro to Automotive Electronics
Sensors, actuators, vehicle electrical systems. - Engineering Tools
CAD basics, MATLAB/Simulink overview, simple simulations.
2. Core Automotive Systems
- Internal Combustion Engines & Fuel Systems
Engine types, fuel injection, performance basics. - Transmission & Drivetrain
Manual, automatic, hybrid powertrains.
Vehicle Dynamics & Suspension
Steering, braking, suspension, stability. - Aerodynamics & Efficiency
Drag, lift, CFD basics, fuel efficiency. - Advanced Automotive Electronics & ECUs
CAN bus, sensors, microcontrollers in vehicles. - Vehicle Safety & Regulations
Crashworthiness, emission norms, safety standards.
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3. Advanced Applications
- Electric & Hybrid Vehicles
Battery tech, motors, regenerative braking. - Autonomous & Connected Vehicles
ADAS, sensors, IoT applications, autonomous driving basics. - Vehicle Design & CAD/CAE Integration
3D modeling, FEA, optimization of components. - Automotive Manufacturing & Sustainability
Assembly, robotics, lean manufacturing, green technologies. - Capstone Project / Practical Application
Team-based design or simulation project, e.g., designing a small EV prototype or vehicle system simulation.
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