3.00 Credits
This is a hands-on introductory course intended to acquaint students with basic skills and knowledge required as a part of the Industrial Systems Technology program. This course is specifically designed to provide knowledge and skills required for installing, maintaining, and replacing various process equipment and systems. Specific instruction in this class will cover moving and rotary equipment including terminology, function, components and purpose. Heavy emphasis will be placed on drives, belts, chains, gears, couplings, alignment, lubrication, packing and seals. Safety practices and procedures regarding the use of hand and power tools for equipment installation, repair and replacement will be stressed. The proper use of equipment and installation manuals and standards will be addressed. This course is recommended for students who have little or no industrial equipment experience.
Prerequisite:
(MTT 108*, TME 115*, MAT 050, and ((ENG 050 and REA 050) or ENG 099* or REA 075)) or Appropriate Placement Test Scores (*Course(s) May Be Taken Concurrently)