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MTTC 104 - Machinery Handbook


PROGRAM: Machine Tool Technology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2019

Explores the intent and use of Machinery’s Handbook. This course applies principles and concepts found in Machinery’s Handbook to projects from industry.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

  1. Find information in the reference book with a minimal expense of time and effort. (b)(f)
  2. Apply determinations of mathematical values derived from charts and tables. (e)
  3. Apply basic knowledge of physics-mechanics to machining/tooling problems. (a)
  4. Apply tolerance limits and fits to meet industrial manufacturing requirements. (a)
  5. Develop and apply formulas related to threading, gears, splines, etc. (a)
  6. Utilize this reference as a tooling geometry problem-solving tool. (a)
  7. Identify and demonstrate correct application of reference data pertaining to mechanics, strength of materials, etc. (a)
  8. Demonstrate the correct use of the handbook in researching required data to solve technical problems. (f)

Note: Letters following objective correspond to ATMAE Outcomes.

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

  • Math formulas
  • Properties of materials
  • Treatment of materials
  • Testing of materials
  • Bearings and machine elements
  • Dimensioning, gauging and measuring
  • Heat treatment
  • Machining operations
  • Power transmission
  • Gears and gearing
  • Screw threads and fasteners
  • Tooling and tool making
  • Review of tooling geometry

 
GRADING POLICY

A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F 0-59

 
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