Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
5556
Course Name
Troubleshooting Skills
Contact Hours
10.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Skillworks Inc.
Primary Contact
Kenneth MacLean
Kjmaclean@aol.com
5083933973 Ext.
Website
Description
Explores the subject of troubleshooting and the importance of proper maintenance procedures. Covers working with others, aids in communication, and trade responsibilities. Outlines troubleshooting techniques and aids using schematics and symbols. Focuses on specific maintenance tasks, breakdown maintenance, and planned maintenance. Lessons include:
Lesson 1 – Introduction to Troubleshooting
Lesson 2 – Working with Other People
Lesson 3 – Troubleshooting Techniques
Lesson 4 – Aids to Troubleshooting
Lesson 5 – Preparing for Troubleshooting
Lesson 6 – Using Schematics and Diagrams
Lesson 7 – Solving Mechanical Problems
Lesson 8 – Solving Electrical Problems
Lesson 9 – Breakdown Maintenance
Lesson 10 -- Planned Maintenance
Course Level
Basic thru Intermediate
Course Content
Troubleshooting skills, duties, aids; Mechanical & electrical troubleshooting; Maintenance organizations & personnel; Scheduling
Communication; People skills; Differences of opinion; You & your supervisor;
Upgrading your skills
Job responsibilities; Recognizing normal operations; Testing & observation; Reducing downtime; Routine & emergency repairs
Drawings, blueprints, & sketches; Manufacturer’s literature; Service reps; Planned-maintenance records; Work orders; Test Equip.
Tools, parts, & supplies; Safety rules; Using charts & diagrams; Correcting malfunctions; Keeping records
Piping, compressor, & engine schematics; Hydraulic, pneumatic, & electrical schematics; Lighting diagrams; Troubleshooting charts
Bearing, pump, & piping problems; Compress-air, refrig, & pollution-control equip; Hydraulic systems; HVAC
Generation and distribution; Feeders & branch circuits; Fuses & circuit breakers; Testing for continuity; safety; Troubleshooting.
Work-order procedures; Prep for emergencies;
Target Audience
Drinking Water and Wastewater treatment plant operators & supervisors, collection & distribution personnel
Professional Engineers
Training Format
Correspondence