MILL 121 - Machinery Installation

Credits 3
This course is designed to introduce the student to the general practices and procedures related to basic machinery installation common to most jobsites. Along with site management & project planning, machinery receiving, storage, and movement & placement are the main topics for this course. Competency-based performance tasks will include (but are not limited to): proper setup and use of tools; establishing & utilizing benchmarks; establishing & layout of angles; and the installation of anchors, fixators, and sub-sole plates & sole plates. Preparation, installation, preventative maintenance and machinery start-up will also be covered.

Course Outcomes

Explain the purpose and tasks involved in site planning management.
List the requirements for receiving and inspecting machinery and materials.
Identify the types of tools and equipment used to layout machinery.
Identify sources of reference points, such as columns, piers, and plugs.
Locate and transfer reference points and benchmarks and layout centerlines, offset centerlines, and control lines.
Establish anchor placement patterns and determine the anchor hardware required for specific site installations.
Identify the steps for machinery installation, including pre and post job tasks.
Explain the steps involved in machinery pre-startup and startup.
Describe preventive maintenance procedures for various machine components.