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MEC3120 Power Assisting

Advanced · 1 credit · TMT - Trades, Manufacturing and Transportation

Description
Students further develop their knowledge of the purpose, operation, service and repair of pneumatic, hydraulic and electric power assist devices.
Prerequisite
MEC2100: Power Assist Accessories
Parameters
Access to vacuum/pressure gauges, electrical test equipment and related resources.
Supporting courses
MEC2120: Hydraulic Accessories

Outcomes The student will:

  • 1 demonstrate established safety and care procedures when working with power assists

    • 1.1 demonstrate knowledge of and follow established laboratory procedures

  • 2 identify applications of power assist components to various vehicle systems and determine the rationale for each application

    • 2.1 describe situations in vehicle system design where power assist mechanisms are used

    • 2.2 define the advantages of power assist over manual control and identify the type of power assist most appropriate for use in a particular situation such as steering or braking

  • 3 perform service and repair procedures to pneumatic, hydraulic and electric power assist devices according to manufacturer’s recommendations

    • 3.1 complete an inspection of a hydraulic power assist device using manufacturer’s prescribed diagnostic procedures

    • 3.2 estimate the repair costs for a defective or broken hydraulic assist and confer with the teacher or vehicle owner regarding the repair requirements

    • 3.3 complete an inspection of a pneumatic assist device or system using prescribed diagnostic procedures

    • 3.4 prepare an estimate of the repair requirements of a pneumatic assist and confer with the teacher or vehicle owner regarding the repair needs

    • 3.5 complete an inspection of an electric assist device using a prescribed diagnostic procedure

    • 3.6 prepare an estimate of the repair requirements for an electric assist device and confer with the teacher or vehicle owner regarding the required repairs

    • 3.7 complete a repair procedure on an electric assist device or system

    • 3.8 complete a repair procedure on a hydraulic assist unit

    • 3.9 complete a repair procedure on a pneumatic assist unit or system

  • 4 demonstrate basic competencies

    • 4.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:

      • 4.1.1 communicate

      • 4.1.2 manage information

      • 4.1.3 use numbers

      • 4.1.4 think and solve problems

    • 4.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:

      • 4.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours

      • 4.2.2 be responsible

      • 4.2.3 be adaptable

      • 4.2.4 learn continuously

      • 4.2.5 work safely

    • 4.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:

      • 4.3.1 work with others

      • 4.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 5 create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values

    • 5.1 identify short-term and long-term goals

    • 5.2 identify steps to achieve goals

Program of Studies 2009. Source document, © Alberta Education.