IC Engines & Gas Turbines Course | IIT Guwahati NPTEL | Mechanical Engineering
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 626 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Core |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Categories | Mechanical Engineering |
| Credit Points | 3 |
| Level | Undergraduate/Postgraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 26 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Master the Power of Gas: A Deep Dive into IC Engines and Gas Turbines
From the vehicles we drive to the aircraft that soar across the skies and the power plants that generate electricity, gas-powered cycles are fundamental to modern engineering. Understanding the principles behind Internal Combustion (IC) Engines and Gas Turbines is crucial for any aspiring engineer in the automotive, aerospace, or energy sectors. This detailed blog introduces a premier 12-week course designed by esteemed faculty from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati), offering a comprehensive exploration of these vital technologies.
About the Course: IC Engines and Gas Turbines
This course provides a thorough grounding in gas power cycles, split into two core segments. The first part delves into IC engines, focusing on the thermodynamic cycles for various fuels used in automobiles. The second part emphasizes the thermodynamic cycles of aircraft engines and their critical components. By the end of the course, you will have a robust understanding of how gas is used as a working medium for both transportation and electricity generation.
Meet Your Expert Instructors from IIT Guwahati
The course is led by two distinguished associate professors from IIT Guwahati's Department of Mechanical Engineering, bringing a wealth of academic and research expertise.
Prof. Pranab K. Mondal
Prof. Mondal joined IIT Guwahati in May 2015. He completed his B.E. and M.E. from Jadavpur University, Kolkata, and earned his Ph.D. from IIT Kharagpur in 2015. His teaching portfolio includes Fluid Mechanics, Applied Thermodynamics, and Fundamentals of Microfluidics. His principal research lies in the broad area of Microfluidics, covering microscale multiphase transport, electrokinetics, and heat transfer. He has co-authored over 140 refereed publications and is actively involved in droplet-based microfluidics and magnetofluidics research.
Prof. Vinayak N. Kulkarni
Prof. Kulkarni has been with IIT Guwahati since January 2015. He completed his undergraduate studies at Shivaji University and his post-graduation and Ph.D. from the Aerospace Engineering Department of IISc Bangalore. His teaching interests include basic and applied thermodynamics, gas dynamics, aircraft propulsion, and fluid mechanics. His research focuses on experimental and computational compressible flows, IC engines, and non-conventional energy sources.
Who Should Enroll?
INTENDED AUDIENCE:
- Undergraduate students of Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering (5th semester onwards).
- Postgraduate students specializing in Thermo-Fluids, Fluid Mechanics, Aerospace, or Automobiles.
- Industry professionals in the automobile and aerospace engineering sectors.
- Faculty members associated with Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering.
Prerequisites & Industry Support
PREREQUISITES: A solid foundation in Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer is required. You can refresh these concepts through related NPTEL courses.
INDUSTRY SUPPORT: This course is recognized and supported by leading industry players, including Tata Motors, Ashok Leyland, and General Electric, highlighting its practical relevance and alignment with industry needs.
Detailed 12-Week Course Layout
| Week | Topic |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Engine |
| Week 2 | IC Engines |
| Week 3 | Air-Standard Cycles |
| Week 4 | Carburation |
| Week 5 | Fuel Injection Systems |
| Week 6 | Combustion in S.I. and C.I. Engines |
| Week 7 | Introduction to Gas Turbines |
| Week 8 | Performance Analysis of Brayton Cycle |
| Week 9 | Aircraft Propulsion |
| Week 10 | Compressors |
| Week 11 | Compressors and Turbines |
| Week 12 | Nozzles and Diffusers |
Recommended Textbooks
- G. F. C. Rogers and Y. R. Mayhew, Engineering Thermodynamics Work and Heat Transfer, 4th Ed., Pearson, 2001.
- H. I. H. Saravanamuttoo, G. F. C. Rogers and H. Cohen, Gas Turbine Theory, 4th Ed., Pearson, 2003.
- Gill Paul and W. Smith, Fundamentals of Internal Combustion Engine, Oxford and IBH Publishing Co.
- V. Ganesan, Internal Combustion Engine, 4th Edition, McGraw Hill Education.
Why Take This Course?
This course is more than just an academic module; it's a bridge to advanced engineering concepts and industry applications. Whether you aim to design more efficient automobile engines, develop next-generation aircraft propulsion systems, or work in power generation, the knowledge from this course is indispensable. Led by IIT Guwahati's experts and structured over 12 intensive weeks, it offers a unique opportunity to build a strong, applicable foundation in the core technologies that power our world.
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