MECH 111 Mechanical Systems

This course introduces the principles and concepts needed to safely maintain and troubleshoot a variety of mechanical system components found in industry including bearings, conveyor belts, chain drives, and sprockets. Students will demonstrate their comprehension of preventive maintenance, installation, repair and replacement, and safety procedures using hands-on labs. Additionally, students will build a mechanical systems project utilizing skills learned to complete a final course challenge.

Credits

4

Hours Weekly

3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

Course Objectives

1. Apply mechanical power transmission safety procedures in industrial maintenance environments.
2. Install and mount electric motors according to alignment and manufacturer requirements.
3. Select appropriate shaft keys and hubs for mechanical power transmission applications.
4. Install and adjust basic V-belt, chain drive, and gear drive systems.
5. Monitor the performance of mechanical power transmission systems to identify abnormal operation.
6. Operate laser shaft alignment systems to perform accurate motor-to-shaft alignment.

Course Objectives

1. Apply mechanical power transmission safety procedures in industrial maintenance environments.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

2. Install and mount electric motors according to alignment and manufacturer requirements.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

3. Select appropriate shaft keys and hubs for mechanical power transmission applications.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

4. Install and adjust basic V-belt, chain drive, and gear drive systems.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

5. Monitor the performance of mechanical power transmission systems to identify abnormal operation.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

6. Operate laser shaft alignment systems to perform accurate motor-to-shaft alignment.

   This objective is a course Goal Only