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MET 181 - Mechanical Systems


Credits: 3
2 Lecture Hours 2 Lab Hours

Description
This course will cover the science of linear and radial drive components, couplings, belts, gears, pulleys, bearings and sprockets.  Installation, safety, maintenance, lubrication, alignments, repair and replacement techniques are covered.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:

  1. Describe five methods of rotary power transmission.
  2. Describe eight mechanical transmission safety rules.
  3. Perform a lock-out/tag-out.
  4. Assemble a shaft to a hub using a key.
  5. Measure shaft torque with a pony break.
  6. Align two shafts for proper operation.
  7. Calculate pulley ratios.
  8. Calculate shaft speed for gear, pulley and chain systems.
  9. Describe lubrication methods for mechanical systems
Listed Topics
  1. Safety
  2. Mechanical transmissions
  3. Digital tachometers
  4. Leveling motors
  5. Mechanical efficiency
  6. Shaft torque
  7. Pony brakes
  8. Measuring motor current
  9. Bearing mounts
  10. Belt drives
  11. Chain drives
  12. Gear drives
  13. Shaft alignment techniques
  14. Using Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDA)
  15. Belt Idlers
Reference Materials
Use of multimedia systems in Center of Excellence to certify skill assessment. IST Texts for Mechanical Systems, pulley and chain drives.
Approved By: Sutin, Stewart Date Approved: 05/14/2007


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