Course Overview
In this course you will be introduced to the various tools and equipment and their use in the marine industry. This course also introduces you to the principles of steel and aluminum construction techniques and the principles of FRP construction techniques along with the selection of lubricants and additives. In portions of the course you will demonstrate the proper use of measuring, specialty tools, fasteners and fittings, shop equipment and the use of composites.
Prerequisite(s)
- 70% in MMTF 1000
Credits
2.5
- Not offered this term
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe the function of general tools and their respective use: hand tools, trade measurement tools, engine overhaul tools
- Use common and specialty trade measurement, hand and engine overhaul tools
- Describe the principles of steel, aluminum and fiber reinforced plastics (FRP) construction techniques
- Describe common fasteners and fittings used in the marine mechanical workplace
- Select and use fasteners and fittings for typical applications on the job
- Describe the properties of engine oils, transmission fluids and gear oils used in marine equipment
- Select and use the appropriate engine oils, transmission fluids and gear oils for application in marine equipment
- Describe the properties and uses of greases for marine equipment
- Describe the properties and uses of coolants in marine engine cooling systems
- Remove and replace coolant in a marine engine following manufactures procedure
- Describe common problems with engine and drive train lubricants and basic on-site tests for diagnosing problems
- Describe techniques for taking oil samples for lab tests
- Interprets lab test reports for lubricants and coolants
- Describe the techniques and procedures for changing engine oil/filters, transmission oil and gear oil
- Change engine oil/filters, transmission oil and gear oil
Effective as of Fall 2022
Related Programs
Tools and Equipment (MMTF 1005) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Transportation
- Marine Mechanical Technician Foundation
Certificate Full-time
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