Industrial Electrical Technician Courses
Mechanical Drives
This hands-on course is designed to thoroughly examine all of the common mechanical drives including belts, chains and gears. Students will learn the role of proper lubrication, bearings, proper alignment and fastening techniques, troubleshooting, spotting the symptoms of failure and selection of the appropriate remedy.
Course Overview
- Introduction: Mechanical Power Transmission
- Prime Movers
- Bushings, Keys and Keyways
- General Lubrication Considerations
- Bearings Hands-On
- Belt Drive Systems Hands-On
- Gear Drive Systems Hands-On
- Chains Hands-On
- Couplings Hands-On
- Clutches and Brakes Discussion
- Mechanical Variable Speed Drives
Elective, Total Hours: 26 Hours (30% Lab) = $1040