Catalog Info
Title when registering
Basic Mechanical Power Systems
Credit Hours
1.00
Contact Hours Per Week
1 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description
Introduces the basic concepts of mechanical power transmission. Addresses the principles of power transmission, calculations of speed and force, and how they affect a power transmission systems ability to perform work. Emphasizes the basics of mechanical drawing, safe work practices for working around machinery, common hand tools associated with maintenance work, and some of the more common terms and definitions.
Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Other Details
Successful completion of current Post Assessment (85%) and instructor assessment of lab activities.
Requirements are subject to change.
The information represented here is effective starting Winter 2014 and applies to the current catalog year.
If you were admitted prior to this year, please check your requirements under the
My Progress section of HFC Self Service.