The student will develop the skills necessary to read and interpret basic mechanical, architectural and electrical diagrams. The student will be able to make simple sketches for graphic communication. Spring Topics include a study of the various types of boilers found in industry. The design and construction of boilers and combustion of fuels will be discussed. Also studied are boiler accessories, pumps, valves, turbines and pollution control equipment.
Students learn to use steam tables and charts.
Safe operation is emphasized throughout the course. An introductory course designed to enable the students to understand basic electrical circuits and magnetic phenomena. Students will be prepared for further studies in this field. This course will approach the subject matter from the operational, rather than the abstract, point of view. This course is intended to provide the students with a background in the administrative, managerial and supervisory aspects of physical plant operation.