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IMC 1040 - Mechanical Application


Clock Hours: 150

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Prerequisites: IMC 1030

Course Description:
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts and practices related to fasteners, bearings, and industrial components essential for mechanical systems. Topics include the basic types, characteristics, and uses of screws, pins, keys, and joints, as well as handling, assembling, and repairing fasteners using safe and effective techniques. Students will also explore the fundamentals of bearings, including ball roller and sliding types, their applications, lubrication methods, and proper handling techniques. Hands-on exercises in measuring tools, helical insert repairs, and hose crimping are emphasized to build practical skills. Students will learn about mechanical drive components and proper selection and alignment of drive components.  By the end of the course, students will have a foundational understanding of mechanical fastening and component assembly, preparing them for more advanced industrial applications. 

Student Learning Outcomes:

  1. Understand the types, characteristics, and uses of screws, including thread shapes and grades. 

  1. Recognize the material properties of screws, such as tensile strength, rigidity, and toughness. 

  1. Demonstrate safe methods for tightening, loosening, assembling, and disassembling screws. 

  1. Understand basic methods for removing defective screws and using helical insert repairs. 

  1. Explain common methods for preventing screw loosening, such as torque, Loctite, and lock washers. 

  1. Identify basic jig positioning methods, including adjusting screw-blocks and knock-pins. 

  1. Understand the characteristics and uses of reamer bolts and set screws for basic applications. 

  1. Explain the types and uses of pins (e.g., knock-pin, taper-pin) and keys in mechanical assemblies. 

  1. Recognize the characteristics and basic use of taper-locks and practice installing helical inserts. 

  1. Understand how to use basic measuring tools, such as calipers, dial indicators, micrometers, spirit levels, depth gauges and torque wrenches. 

  1. Identify the types and characteristics of bearings, including ball roller and sliding bearings. 

  1. Explain basic handling methods for bearings and the importance of lubrication for wear reduction. 

  1. Understand types and uses of gears, gear ratio calculations, belts and chain types, determination of how to select and adjust belt and chain tension.  

  1. Understand shafts, shaft alignment, keys, keyways, and the various types of shaft couplings.  

  1. Understand the types and characteristics of pipes, joints, and hoses, including basic crimping techniques.