IMS 1070 - Mechanical I

1. Introduction to mechanical drives
   1. Define the function of a mechanical power system.
   2. Demonstrate the ability to mount and level an electric motor.
   3. Describe the process for measuring motor shaft speed.
2. Mechanical Key Fasteners
   1. Define the function and operation of key fasteners
   2. Define several key fasteners.
3. Torque and Power Measurement
   1. Define how to calculate rotary machine power.
   2. Describe mechanical efficiency.
4. Introduction to shafts and shaft alignment
   1. Define the function of a shaft.
   2. Describe how shafts are specified.
   3. Demonstrate the application and describe the purpose of shaft alignment.
   4. Describe the process for proper shaft alignment.
5. Introduction to Bearings
   1. Describe the function of a bearing.
   2. Define the operation of a bearing.
   3. Describe the mounting methods for bearings.
6. Introduction to Couplings
   1. Describe the function of couplings.
   2. Review the application of the categories of mechanical couplings.
   3. Define the operation of a mechanical coupling.
7. Introduction to V-belt drives
   1. Define the function and operation of a belt drive system.
   2. Describe pitch circle, pitch diameter, and pitch length of a belt drive system.
   3. Describe the process for calculating pulley ratio.
   4. Describe the differences in V-Belts.
   5. Properly install and align a V-belt drive.
   6. Describe the methods of belt tension. 
   7. Define how to measure and adjust belt tension.
   8. Describe the process for properly adjusting belt tension.
8. Introduction to Chain Drives
   1. Describe the function and operation of a chain drive system.
   2. Describe how to calculate sprocket ratio, shaft speed, and torque of a chain drive system.
   3. Characterize types of chains and describe their application.
   4. Define and determine proper chain sag.
   5. Describe the operation and function of a master link.
   6. Properly install, align and adjust chain tension on a chain drive system.
9. Introduction to Spur Gear Drives
   1. Describe the function and operation of a gear drive system. 
   2. Define gear pitch, pitch circle, and pitch diameter.
   3. Define the function of backlash.
   4. Properly install and align a spur gear drive system.
   5. Adjust Backlash on a gear drive system.
10. Introduction to Multiple Shaft Drives
    1. Describe the function of a multiple shaft drive.
    2. Describe the process for calculating the torque and speed output of a multiple shaft drive.
    3. Properly install and align a multiple shaft drive system.
11. Introduction to Rigging
    1. Define rigging and give an application.
    2. Describe the five components of a rigging system.
    3. Define working load limit.
    4. Define the safety factor of rigging.
    5. Describe how to determine the weight of a load.
    6. Define and explain the importance of load balance.
    7. Describe how to determine center of gravity of a load.
    8. Describe the construction of a hook.
    9. Describe six types of hooks and give an application.
    10. Define the specification of hooks.
    11. Describe the construction and specification of eye bolts.
    12. Describe several variations of rigging.
12. Hoists
    1. Describe the function of a hoist.
    2. Describe the operation of a block and tackle.
    3. Describe the operations of a manual hoist.
    4. Describe the operation of power-operated hoist.
    5. Define the process of hoist selection and inspection.
13. Slings and Hitches
    1. Define the function of slings and hitches.
    2. Define sling force calculation.
    3. Describe and demonstrate a basket hitch assembly.
    4. Define and demonstrate a choker and bridle hitch assembly.
    5. Describe crush force and spreader beams.
14. Wire Rope
    1. Describe the types of wire rope.
    2. Describe and demonstrate a wire rope sling.
    3. Describe the process of wire rope selection and maintenance.
15. Chain Slings
    1. Describe different chain types.
    2. Describe and demonstrate chain sling operation.
    3. Describe the process of chain sling selection.
16. Synthetic Slings
    1. Describe synthetic sling types.
    2. Describe the synthetic sling operation.
    3. Describe the process of synthetic sling selection and maintenance.
17. Equipment Movement
    1. Describe equipment movement.
    2. Describe and demonstrate the use of jacks.
    3. Describe and demonstrate the use of roller bars and dollies.
18. Industrial Cranes
    1. Describe the different Crane types and give their application.
    2. Describe the operation of a crane.