Automobile Electronics

Course title: Automobile Electronics

Code: 3ФЕИТ05Л002

Number of credits (ECTS): 6

Weekly number of classes: 3+0+2+0

Prerequisite for enrollment of the subject: None

Course Goals (acquired competencies): This course gives an introductory overview of electronic systems in a modern car. It covers a description components, system architecture and operation. The course also considers the modelling and simulation of these systems. At the end of the course, students should be able  to know the basics principles, components and operation of electronics systems in a car, as well as to model and simulate the performance of these systems.

Total available number of classes: 180

Course Syllabus: Introduction to the role of electronics in a modern car. Introduction to automotive sensors and instrumentation, sensor electronics and techniques, overview of sensor measurements, sensor linearization and characterization, sensor classification, signals and systems, sensor product selection guide. Sensors for pressure, position, flow, temperature, humidity, speed, acceleration, oxygen, torque, light, distance and level. Sensors interfacing. Principles of actuation and control, DC motors, stepper motors, relays and solenoids, hydraulic and pneumatic. Sensors and interfacing techniques for engine control, adaptive cruise control, braking control, traction control, steering, stability. Sensors for intelligent transport systems. Sensors for occupant safety. Systems of engine management and driving assistance: electronic fuel injection, automobile starting systems, charging systems and alternators, ignition systems, lighting systems, gauge and indicator circuits, anti block system and anti slip system. Communications between systems, CAN bus. The digital vehicle. Intelligent vehicle systems.

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