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AMST 10653 - Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance & Operation


3 Credit(s) : 2 Lecture Hour(s) , 3 Laboratory Hour(s)
This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of manufacturing and operation of machine tools. The course covers mechanical energy transmission concepts along with lab experiences to operate, install, analyze performance, and design basic mechanical transmission systems using chain drives, belts, conveyors, couplers, gears, bearings, sprockets, speed reducers, and lubrication. Topics covered include proper use of layout and measuring tools, setup and operation of machine tools to industry standards, and calculating the proper feeds and speeds to accurately and efficiently produce a manufactured part. Participants will learn the fundamental principles of safe mechanical work practices, methods of maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical plant equipment, and the competencies needed to recognize and report part conditions.



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