INT 130 - Machines and Mechanical Drives (4 Credits)

This course covers mechanical power transmission, machine installation, performance measurement, measurement tools, basic shaft alignment and a variety of mechanical drive methods. Topics include six rules of safe dress for working with power transmission equipment, using fasteners to attach a motor mount to a bed-plate, methods of loading a mechanical drive system, methods of mounting a shaft bearing, installing and aligning a v-belt drive, operating a single-strand roller chain drive, the function of a right-angle gear drive system, lubrication systems, aligning a sleeve coupling, shaft alignment and troubleshooting. Lecture Hours: 26. Laboratory Hours: 52. Prerequisite(s): MTH 092 with a grade of “C” or better or an acceptable mathematics placement test score. Laboratory Fee: $50. Usually offered in the spring.