Course syllabus for Practical workshop

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Course syllabus adopted 2024-01-30 by Head of Programme (or corresponding).

Overview

  • Swedish namePraktisk verkstads- och motorteknik
  • CodeLNB662
  • Credits15 Credits
  • OwnerTISJL
  • Education cycleFirst-cycle
  • Main field of studyShipping and Marine Technology
  • DepartmentMECHANICS AND MARITIME SCIENCES
  • GradingUG - Pass, Fail

Course round 1

  • Teaching language Swedish
  • Application code 76156
  • Maximum participants24
  • Open for exchange studentsNo
  • Only students with the course round in the programme overview.

Credit distribution

0124 Written and oral assignments, part A 5 c
Grading: UG		 5 c
0224 Written and oral assignments, part B 2.5 c
Grading: UG		 2.5 c
0324 Written and oral assignments, part C 2.5 c
Grading: UG		 2.5 c
0424 Written and oral assignments, part D 2 c
Grading: UG		 2 c
0524 Written and oral assignments, part E 1.5 c
Grading: UG		 1.5 c
0624 Written and oral assignments, part F 1.5 c
Grading: UG		 1.5 c

    Examiner

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    Eligibility

    General entry requirements for bachelor's level (first cycle)
    Applicants enrolled in a programme at Chalmers where the course is included in the study programme are exempted from fulfilling the requirements above.

    Specific entry requirements

    The same as for the programme that owns the course.
    Applicants enrolled in a programme at Chalmers where the course is included in the study programme are exempted from fulfilling the requirements above.

    Course specific prerequisites

    This course is only open for students of the Marine Engineering programme. If there are more students than the number of places, selection takes place as follows:
    Obtained higher education credits within the program then via grades. Independent higher education credits are not included. If the university credits and grades are the same, a lottery will be held.

    Aim

    The course aims at giving knowledge and skills in workshop.

    Learning outcomes (after completion of the course the student should be able to)

    Part A Engine workshop 5 credits
    -Perform disassembly, assembly and test run of internal combustion engines according to the manufacturer's recommendations
    -Perform inspection, measurement and adjustment according to the manufacturer's recommendations incl. replacement of worn and damaged components
    - Check up draw and explain basic ship technical systems

    Part B Maintenance workshop 2,5 credits
    -Perform disassembly, assembly, maintenance and condition check of rolling bearings
    -Perform alignment and maintenance of belt and clutch transmission
    -Perform pump maintenance

    Part C Machinery workshop 2,5 credits
    -Apply safety regulations
    -Perform milling, turning and drilling according to the drawing
    -Perform hand and machine threading with cut and pin

    Part D Welding and heating workshop 2 credits
    -Apply safety regulations
    -Perform gas cutting, gas welding, arc welding (MMA), MIG and TIG welding
    -Perform hard and soft soldering
    -Complete hardening
    - Perform preparation of wellding equipment

    Part E Plumbing workshop 1,5 credits
    -Apply safety regulations
    -Perform cold bending
    -Explain connection types, flanges, cuts and pipe fittings
    -Complete welding and soldering of pipes incl. test.

    Part F Fitters workshop 1,5 credits
    -Identify and practically measure existing threads
    -Perform threading and repair of threads
    -Perform sharpening of cutting tools
    -Perform measuring, sawing, filing and bending
    -Complete valve repair

    Content

    Part A Engine workshop 5 credits
    Repair and maintenance work of internal combustion engines
    Test drive, troubleshooting and diagnosis
    Measurement and interpretation of play and wear

    Part B Maintenance workshop 2,5 credits
    Ball bearings and transmissions incl. condition monitoring and repair
    Shaft couplings
    Alignment
    Pump maintenance
    Gaskets and seals

    Part C Machinery workshop 2,5 credits
    Safety instructions
    Turning
    Milling
    Drilling
    Threading
    Grinding

    Part D Welding and heating workshop 2 credits
    Safety instructions
    Hot work
    Gas cutting
    MMA, MIG and TIG welding
    Soldering
    Welding material

    Del E Plumbing workshop 1,5 credits
    Safety instructions
    Coupling types
    Valves and pipe fittings
    Cold and hot bending
    Pressure testing, pressure classifications.

    Part F Fitters workshop 1,5 credits
    Thread and threading systems
    Valves
    Valve repairs
    Sheet metal 

    Organisation

    The course consists of various elements that are examined continuously during the course.
    Working groups are part of the course structure.

    Literature

    Workshop handbook Nils-Olof Eriksson / Bo Karlsson
    Instruction books
    Material published on the course website

    Examination including compulsory elements

    For final grades in the course, it is required that all parts are approved.
    Examination is carried out continuously during the course and are stated in course homepage

    The course examiner may assess individual students in other ways than what is stated above if there are special reasons for doing so, for example if a student has a decision from Chalmers on educational support due to disability.

    STCW

    • A-III/1 Appropriate use of hand tools, machine tools and measuring instruments for fabrication and repair on board
      Also in course:
    • A-III/1 Maintenance and repair of shipboard machinery and equipment
      Also in course:
    • A-III/7 Contribute to shipboard maintenance and repair
      Also in course:SSY033,

    The course syllabus contains changes

    • Change made on course round in programme overview:
      • 2024-08-30: Removed [TISJL, Year 2 rule F] Course round 1 removed by UOL