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IMC 1050 - Intro to Failure Analysis


Clock Hours: 60

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Prerequisites: IMC 1040

Course Description:
This course provides students with a foundational understanding of equipment functionality, performance analysis, and troubleshooting techniques. Students will learn the principles of equipment operation and how to interpret system diagrams using technical prints. Key topics include conducting why-why analysis to identify root causes of failures, performing detailed evaluations of equipment and components, and calculating critical performance metrics such as OEE, BDR, MTBF, and MTTR. Through hands-on exercises and practical applications, students will develop the skills needed to analyze and optimize equipment performance, ensuring reliability and efficiency in industrial environments. 

Student Learning Outcomes:

  1. Demonstrate a foundational understanding of the principle, function, and operation of equipment and assets. 

  1. Analyze and interpret system diagrams using technical prints to understand equipment processes. 

  1. Apply basic why-why analysis techniques to identify root causes of equipment or system failures. 

  1. Perform detailed analysis of equipment and its components to evaluate performance and identify potential improvements. 

  1. Understand and apply key performance metrics, including OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), BDR (Breakdown Rate), MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures), and MTTR (Mean Time to Repair), for equipment evaluation.