11897 (v.2) WASM Mine Power and Plant 432
Area: | WASM Mining Engineering Teaching Area |
Contact Hours: | 5.0 |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 4 Hours Weekly |
Laboratory: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Prerequisite(s): | 11572 (v.2) WASM Electrical Engineering 231 or any previous version
AND
303146 (v.1) WASM Mechanics of Solids 232 or any previous version
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Mechanical drives and power transmission. Power train components - belts, gears, shafts, clutches and brakes. Air compressors and air distribution. Power hydraulics. Diesel engines and emission controls. Electric power distribution in mines - systems andcomponents. Grounding. Certification of equipment for mining use. Mine plant - layout and components. Maintenance of mining equipment and facilities. Mining automation. |