MEC 135 - Mechanical Drives I

4 Credit(s)

Recommended Prerequisite(s): MFG 116

Course Description: Introduces mechanical systems and develops fundamental knowledge of mechanical systems and practices. Covers basic safety, installation, key fasteners, power transmission systems, v-belt drives, chain drives, spur gear drives, and multiple shaft drives. Topics covered include learning how to select, install, adjust, troubleshoot, and repair a range of mechanical systems which are commonly found in both automated and manual machines used in every industry around the world.

Course Level: Career/Tech Preparatory

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Demonstrate proper procedures for personal protection equipment (PPE), and components safety when working with mechanical drive components.
CLO#2: Describe the function of mechanical power transmission, rotary power, and motor foundation installation. Installing motor mounts. Measure shaft speed.
CLO#3: Describe the function of keyseats. Explain key assembly and key specifications. Perform work loading on a mechanical drive system. Calculate rotary power, mechanical efficiency, motor torque, and electric motor current.
CLO#4: List shaft specification and types of bearings, couplings and applications. Perform competency in shaft alignment. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
CLO#5: Describe belt drive function. Define pitch circle, pitch diameter and pitch length of belt drive systems. Learn belt tensioning, measurement and installation.
CLO#6: Describe chain drive function. Calculate sprocket ratios, shaft torque, and speed. Show competency in chain tensioning and sprocket alignment and chain sag.
CLO#7: Describe the function of spur gear drives. Define gear pitch, circle and pitch diameter. Calculate shaft and torque speeds. Spur gear operation and installation. Calculate backlash. Perform gear analysis.
CLO#8: Describe multi-shaft drives. Calculate the speed and torque output. Explain gear rotation alignment and installation. Name types of couplings. Perform alignment and installation.