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IJM 2010 - Basic Mechanical Theory & Lab


Clock Hours: 142

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Course Description:
Introduction to Mechanical Systems” provides a foundational overview of mechanical systems. Simple machines, such as the lever, incline planed, and wheel, are the building blocks of even the most complex mechanical systems. Both simple and complex machines manipulate mechanical forces, including distance and friction, in order to achieve mechanical advantage.

Understanding how simple machines work is essential to understanding and working with any type of machinery. This includes being familiar with each type of simple machine as well as its components, function, and mechanical advantage, all of which serve as the basis for understanding advanced mechanical topics. Without the foundational information presented in this class, users will not be prepared to study more complex aspects of mechanical systems

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

  1. Perform a lockout/tagout
  2. Mount and level an electric motor
  3. Measure the actual size of a keyseat
  4. Use a prony brake to measure shaft torque
  5. Identify shaft size given a sample
  6. Install and adjust a pillow block antifriction bearing
  7. Install a flexible jaw coupling
  8. Align two shafts using a straight edge and a feeler gage
  9. Calculate pulley ratio
  10. Install and align a fractional H-P V-belt drive system
  11. Determine the belt deflection force for a given application
  12. Use a belt tension tester to measure belt tension
  13. Calculate sprocket ratio
  14. Install and align a roller chain drive system with adj. centers
  15. Adjust chain sag to a specified amount using adj. centers
  16. Install and remove a chain with a master link using sprocket teeth
  17. Determine the direction of rotation of a gear
  18. Adjust the backlash in a gear drive to a specified amount.
  19. Install and align a v-belt drive system
  20. Use a V-belt gage to determine belt cross section size
  21. Install a V-belt system
  22. Install a timing belt system
  23. Install and align a pulley system using a straight edge
  24. Install and align a chain coupling
  25. Install and align a grid coupling
  26. Lubricate a chain drive using the manual lubrication
  27. Install a solid bearing using a hammer and mandrel
  28. Lubricate a plain bearing using the oil cup method
  29. Install a ball bearing using an arbor press
  30. Install a seal and 0 ring