| Unit name | Gas Turbine Performance |
|---|---|
| Unit code | AENGM9108 |
| Credit points | 10 |
| Level of study | M/7 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Academic Year (weeks 1 - 52) |
| Unit director | Mr. Dryell |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
None |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | Department of Aerospace Engineering |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
The course aims to provide an understanding of the fundamentals of gas turbine and aircraft performance. A general knowledge of gas turbines and the basic principles of gas flow are assumed. At the end of the course, candidates will have a working knowledge of: How a gas turbine behaves; How engine cycles are designed and verified; How the whole engine is modelled; How engine control is used to achieve performance; The candidate will also understand the fundamentals of the performance of fixed and rotary wing aircraft.
