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Aug 06, 2026
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AUTI 261 - Dynamometer Testing and Analysis
PREREQUISITES: Program Advisor Approval.
PROGRAM: Automotive Technology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2019
This advanced course covers chassis dynamometer operation and analysis of the software generated data. Students should have a background in high performance vehicles. The effects of modifications to vehicles will be stressed.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while working with motorsports vehicles and a chassis dynamometer.
- Demonstrate proper vehicle mounting and tie-down methods.
- Demonstrate computer and software skills to properly control and chassis dynamometer.
- Demonstrate basic mathematical skills to solve dynamometer equations.
- Describe engine dynamics, volumetric efficiency as used on racing engines.
- Utilize data to design changes to the engine/chassis to provide desired outcomes.
- Describe the differences between torque and horsepower as measured by a chassis dynamometer.
- Explain how various changes to an engine affect the power output.
- Demonstrate the various tests available utilizing the dynamometer.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
- Dynamometer types and operation
- Dynamometer software
- Parasitic losses via the power train
- Factors affecting engine power output
- Mathematics and calculations relates to engine design
- Torque and horsepower
GRADING POLICY
| A |
90-100 |
| B |
80-89 |
| C |
70-79 |
| D |
60-69 |
| F |
0-59 |
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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