OBJECTIVES
DOE-HDBK-1018/2-93
Miscellaneous Mechanical Components
TERMINAL OBJECTIVE
1.0
Without references, DESCRIBE the purpose, construction, and operation of miscellaneous
mechanical components.
ENABLING OBJECTIVES
1.1
STATE the three common types of air compressors.
1.2
DESCRIBE the basic operation of the following types of air compressors:
a.
Reciprocating
b.
Centrifugal
c.
Rotary
1.3
STATE the reason for using cooling systems in air compressors.
1.4
STATE three hazards associated with pressurized air systems.
1.5
Given the appropriate information, CALCULATE the pressure or force achieved in a
hydraulic piston.
1.6
DESCRIBE the basic operation of a hydraulic system.
1.7
DESCRIBE the basic operation of a boiler.
1.8
IDENTIFY the following components of a typical boiler:
a.
Steam drum
d.
Downcomer
b.
Distribution header(s)
e.
Risers
c.
Combustion chamber
1.9
STATE the purpose of cooling towers.
1.10
DESCRIBE the operation of the following types of cooling towers.
a.
Forced draft
b.
Natural convection
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