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Posted: 03/22/05

IDS 102 - Print Reading and Problem Solving

 

 

 

Course Description

 

 

Introduces practical problem solving techniques as practiced in an industrial setting. Topics include: analytical problem solving, troubleshooting techniques, reading blueprints and technical diagrams, schematics and symbols, specifications and tolerances. The course emphasizes how the machine or mechanical system works, reading engineering specifications and applying a systematic approach to solving the problem.

 

Competency Areas

Hours

Analytical Problem Solving

Class

3

Troubleshooting Techniques

D. Lab

2

Reading Blueprints and Technical Diagrams

P. Lab/O.B.I.

0

Schematics and Symbols

Credit

4

Specifications and Tolerances

 

 

 

Prerequisite:

Program Ready

Corequisite:

     

 

Course Guide

 

Competency

After completing this section, the student will:

Hours

Class

D.Lab

P.Lab/

O.B.I.

 

 

 

 

Analytical Problem Solving

4

2

0

Basic Steps to Problem Solving

List and discuss the basic steps for solving any problem

 

 

 

Root cause

Explain the importance identifying the root cause of the problem

 

 

 

Solve Problems

Demonstrates ability to solve assigned problems

 

 

 

Troubleshooting Techniques

4

2

0

Technical Information

Discuss technical information used in troubleshooting

 

 

 

Process Chart

Develop and explain a process chart

 

 

 

System Chart

Develop and explain a physical system chart

 

 

 

Reading Blueprints and Technical Diagrams

10

6

0

Title block

List and explain the information in the title block a drawing

 

 

 

Orthographic projection

Sketch physical objects demonstrating the understanding of orthographic projection

 

 

 

Visualization

Correlate lines features on view to surfaces on a different view

 

 

 

Symbols

Identify symbols used in technical drawings

 

 

 

Dimensions

Demonstrate understanding of dimensions: metric and standard

 

 

 

Schematics and Symbols

10

8

0

Introduction to Schematics and Symbols

Explain the uses of schematics and symbols to solve a problem

 

 

 

Electrical Symbols

Identify basic electrical symbols

 

 

 

Electrical Diagrams

State the different between pictorial drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics

 

 

 

Piping Symbols

Identify basic piping symbols

 

 

 

Piping Diagrams

 

Show which valves to shut off while making repairs to a piping system

 

 

 

 

 

Identify basic valves

 

 

 

 

Identify the basic symbols that specify the type of connection of piping components

 

 

 

Hydraulic and Pneumatic Symbols

Identify basic hydraulic and pneumatic symbols

 

 

 

Hydraulic and Pneumatic  Diagrams

Read and explain basic hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams

 

 

 

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems

Identify air conditioning and refrigeration symbols

 

 

 

 

Explain basic differences between electrical controls, electronic controls, and pneumatic controls

 

 

 

Welding and Joining Symbols

Explain basic differences between arc, resistance, and gas welding.

 

 

 

 

Identify basic types of welded joints by symbol and by visual recognition

 

 

 

Specifications and Tolerances

2

2

0

Specifications

Complete exercises requiring interpretation of specifications

 

 

 

Tolerances

Identify and apply unilateral and bilateral tolerances to practical exercises

 

 

 

 

Distinguish between linear, area, and volumetric specifications

 

 

 

Dimensional Analysis

Compare a part with its drawing to determine if is acceptable

 

 

 

 

Suggested Resources

 

Brown, Walter C.; 2002 Print Reading For Industry, Goodheart Wilcox

Frye, Bob; Systematic Troubleshooting, The Learning Shop, Glenview,IL

Olive, C. Thomas; Basic Blueprint Reading and Sketching, Delmar Publishers

Reading Schematics and Symbols, TPC Training Systems