A discussion of aircraft piston engines from an operator's view.... using Title 14, FAR Part 33, AC 33-2b, FAA Type Certificate Data Sheet, and Aircraft Engine Manufacturers operator manual/publications, FAR 43 and Advisory Circular 43 series....as applicable.   Handouts, in-class problem-solving, and the internet will help the attendees gain knowledge and then trade the knowledge for understanding... which should allow you at the PIC to make excellent aviation decisions.