ME4420: Advanced Power and Propulsion - NPS Online
Advanced Power and Propulsion
Course #ME4420
Est.imated Completion Time: 3 months
POC: NPS Online Support
Overview
This course presents an advanced treatment of power and propulsion topics, primarily for naval applications. Thermodynamic analysis of simple, advanced and complex cycles, such as combined and augmented cycles are presented along with new and direct energy conversion concepts. Design integration of single and multi-type (CODAG, CODOG, etc.) power and propulsion systems with vehicles. Engine installation considerations, including the design of auxiliary equipment and inlet/exhaust systems, are presented. Design and current research topics in fluid mechanics and of turbomachinery are presented. Repair, condition-based maintenance and machinery operation, including balancing techniques, are discussed.
Included in degrees & certificates
- 123
- 571
- 572
Prerequisites
- ME2101

Application Deadlines
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08 Jan 2024
Spring Quarter applications due
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01 Apr 2024
Summer Quarter applications due
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08 Jul 2024
Fall Quarter applications due
Academic Calendar
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12 Dec 2023 – 14 Dec 2023
Fall Quarter final examinations
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15 Dec 2023
Fall Quarter graduation
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18 Dec 2023 – 05 Jan 2024
Winter break
See NPS Academic Calendar for more dates.