High Performance Engine Tuning and Dynamometers

Course code HPAS 2260

Credit 2.0

Length 50.0 hours

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Building from the skills in HPAS 2210, in this course the students will gain hands-on experience tuning engines using a chassis dynamometer. The course focuses on improving engine performance by applying mechanical principles, tuning mathematics, and engine management strategies. Topics include volumetric efficiency, air induction, tuned exhaust systems, fuel and ignition adjustments, engine mapping, and re-flashing calibrations with specialized software and protocols.

Prerequisites

HPAS 2210, or department permission.

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Safe dynamometer usage
  • Engine dynamics
  • Tuning mathematics
  • Engine management
  • The tuning process

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
60508 August 3, 2027
to August 13, 2027
Lecture VCC Broadway Building B See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.