Description
By the end of the programme participants will be able to:
- Work safely under supervision
- Carry out fault diagnosis on mechanical applications
- Undertake a range of mechanical maintenance activities
The Programme Will Cover:
Workshop Health and Safety
- Health and Safety legislation
- Safe use of tools and equipment
- Workshop safety
- Machine isolation
- Machine guard and their applications
- Checking tools and equipment for damage
- Standard operating procedures
Mechanical Maintenance
- Drive systems and maintenance
- Belt drives
- Chain drives
- Couplings
- Fitting shafts
- Keys and keyways
- Bearings and applications
- Shaft alignment
- Valves
Fault Finding
- Identifying common Faults
- Fault diagnostic process
- Confirming identified faults
Fitting Techniques
- Basic fitting practices
- Dismantling techniques
- Extraction and repair techniques
- Assembly techniques
- Fastening and locking devices
- Use of hand tools - spanners, screwdrivers, hammers, saws, files, taps and dies, drills, torque wrenches
Lubrication
- Checking for leaks
- Fitting seals and use of sealing compounds
- Identifying correct lubricants
- Application of oils and greases