Class Details
- Class Name:
- Mechanical Fundamentals
- Duration:
- 4 Day Course
- Language:
- English
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish the various types of lines (hidden, object, dimension, center, extension, and leader) typically found in mechanical drawings
- Locate the "Scale" of a drawing and know how it affects the actual drawing
- Interpret a given drawing and determine the size, and materials required of the drawn part
- Explain the purpose of gaskets, packing and seals and how they function
- Demonstrate the proper bolting pattern for flange joints containing of gaskets i.e torque for proper seal
- List the major types of gaskets, packing and seals
- Define the term friction and the results of it
- Know the difference between plain and antifriction bearings
- Identify the basic function of bearings
- Demonstrate proper procedures for removing, inspecting, and replacing plain bearings
- List the major types of belts used in drive systems
- Identify a given belt by it's size
- Demonstrate the procedures for installing belt drive components to company specifications
- Identify the causes of premature belt wear and determine the proper solution
- Identify the components that make up a roller chain
- Identify the size and type of a given roller chain
- Demonstrate the proper procedure for installing sprockets and chain to OEM specs (alignment and sag)
- Identify the various types of couplings used in industry
- Explain the function of gears
- Identify the major types of gears used in industry
- Describe how gear sets affect power, speed, and torque
- Explain the advantages and limitations of a given gear
- Determine the gear ratio of a given gear set
Outline At-a-Glance
Mechanical Print Reading
Gaskets Packing and Seals
Bearings
Belt Drives
Chain Drives
Couplings
Gears and Reducers
Component Alignment
Job Roles