MECH-120 Mechanical Components and Drives

Credits 2 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG 016   (ACSR-016). 

Note: Students must provide their own safety glasses, flash drive, and 3-ring binder.
This course covers the principles and applications of the most commonly found mechanical drive components as used in industrial automation and control systems. Topics include mechanical power transmission devices such as shafts, belts, chains, cams and gears with an emphasis on application and troubleshooting. The learning plan is aimed at entry level technicians who are involved in the assembly, test, startup, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and upgrade of automated systems.

Course Outcomes
1. Describe mechanical drive system safety practices 2. Describe key fasteners 3. Explain power transmissions and shafts 4. Describe V-belt drives 5. Describe chain drives 6. Describe gear drives 7. Describe synchronous belt drives 8. Compare lubrication standards 9. Compare coupling methods.