Learn the basics of a diesel engine; the reciprocating piston engine is the most influential machine ever invented by mankind.

This course will teach you about this truly amazing machine. You will learn: how an engine works, how the two-stroke and four-stroke engines work, the difference between petrol/gasoline and diesel engines, engine components, systems, terminology and how engine ancillaries work plus a lot more!

Interactive 3D models are used extensively throughout this course to show you each individual engine component and how these components work together to complete useful work.

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saVRee

saVRee exists to help people learn about the fascinating world of engineering. Since opening the website in 2017, we have helped over 50,000 online students increase their engineering knowledge. We have also helped our clients train thousands of their own trainees and apprentices, particularly in the Power Generation, Oil and Gas, Automotive, and Electrical Engineering industries. Our goal is to become the best place to acquire reliable, accessible and affordable engineering knowledge.

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