Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

Level 3

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Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

Unit:

G5 Prime Movers I Diesel 1

Level:
Duration:

Three
60 hours
Theory:
Practical:

20
40

hours
hours

Overview:
This unit of instruction is designed to provide the Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) apprentice with the knowledge and
skills necessary to understand the operation of internal combustion engines, turbines and electric motors in
compliance with safety procedures. Material covered includes: Internal combustion engines

Percent of
Unit Mark (%)

Objectives and Content:

1. Describe the principles of operation of an internal combustion engine:
a. 4 stroke cycle engines principles for gas and diesel engines
b. 2 stroke cycle engines principles for gas and diesel engines
c. Differences between 2 stroke and 4 stroke engines
d. Differences between gas and diesel engines
e. Fuel injection
f. Lubrication methods

25%

2. Describe the internal parts and list their functions:

a. Crankshaft
b. Main bearings
c. Flywheels
d. Cylinder head
e. Camshafts, lifters and pushrods
f. Engine block
g. Pistons, rings and connecting rods
h. Valve trains
i. Natural aspiration
j. Turbo-chargers
k. Superchargers
l. Glow plug
m. Injectors
n. Governors

25%

3. Describe the principles of operation for diesel engines:

a. Compression ignition
b. Fuel injection
c. Turbochargers and superchargers

25%

4. Disassemble, inspect and troubleshoot engine components

50%

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Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

Unit:

H1

Hydraulics I

Level:
Duration:

Three
115 hours
Theory:
70
Practical: 45

hours
hours

Overview:
This unit of instruction is designed to provide the Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) apprentice with the knowledge and
skills necessary to maintain hydraulics systems. It also provides the apprentice with the knowledge and skills
necessary to maintain non-positive displacement pumps and positive displacement pumps. It also provides the
apprentice with the knowledge and skill necessary to install and maintain pipes and piping assembly related to
industrial Mechanic (Millwright). Material covered includes:

Safety

Centrifugal pumps and their components

Start up and shut down procedures

Threading procedures

Tubing, valves and fittings

Physical laws and principles

Hydraulic formulas

Schematics

Parts, components and accessories

Percent of
Unit Mark (%)

Objectives and Content:

1. Identify and describe the parts of non-positive displacement pumps and their function.
a. Casing styles
b. Impeller styles
c. Stuffing box
d. Packing
e. Mechanical seals
f. Shaft sleeves
g. Packing glands
h. Wear rings and plates

5%

2. Identify the installation of non-positive displacement pumps.

5%

3. Describe the principles of operation of non-positive displacement pumps.

a. Non-positive displacement pump theory
b. Pump types and their use
c. Centrifugal and axial flow
d. Terms and definitions
e. Volute and diffuser pumps
f. Multi-stage pumps and their purpose

5%

4. Define the different terms associated with the operation of the pump.
a. Pump head
b. Suction head

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c. Suction lift
d. Velocity head
e. Capacity, rating and size
5. Describe problems encountered with pumps.
a. Vapour binding
b. Cavitation
c. Failure to deliver product
d. Reduced capacity or pressure
e. Pump vibration
f. Casing Wear/damage
g. Excessive packing wear
h. Internal and external sealing

5%

6. Describe procedures to disassemble, inspect, repair and reassemble non-positive

displacement pumps.
a. Pump isolation and lock out
b. Pump casings
c. Impeller design and mounting
d. Wear rings and plates
e. Hydraulic balancing devices
f. Seals and packing
g. Bearings

5%

7. Describe the principles of operation of a positive displacement pump.

a. Describe the principles of operation of a positive displacement pump:

Theory of operation of positive displacement pumps

Classification and uses of positive displacement pumps

Volumetric efficiency

Positive displacement

Variable displacement

Pressure, volume, velocity

Pressure compensation

Valve operation
b. Describe the different types of positive displacement pumps:

Plunger and piston pumps

Diaphragm pumps

Axial and radial piston pumps

Gear and vane pumps

c. Identify parts of the pump and state their function

Packing and seals

d. Follow proper maintenance procedures for positive displacement pumps:

Dismantling procedures

Visual inspection

Packing procedures

5%

8. Identify various types of pipe and tube fittings and their uses.
a. Pressure ratings for valves and fittings
b. Pipe and tubing fittings and joints

5%

9. Describe procedures to cut, thread and assemble pipe and tubing.

a. Pipe sizing methods
b. Pipe hangers and supports
c. Cutting, reaming and threading pipe
d. Cutting fluids
e. Pipe thread sealants
f. Tubing and tube fittings

5%

10. Identify various types and uses of valves and describe maintenance procedures.
a. Identification of codes on valves and fittings
b. Gate valves

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c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.

Globe valves
Check valves
Needle valves
Relief valves
Low pressure steam control valve
Ball valve
Butterfly valve

11. Describe Pascals Law.

a. Pressure
b. Force
c. Area
d. Work and power
e. Horsepower and torque

10%

12. Describe Bernoullis Principle.

a. Velocity
b. Pressure drop and flow

10%

13. Solve problems using hydraulic formulas.

a. Force, pressure and area formula
b. Cylinder rod speed formula
c. Sizing hydraulic reservoirs
d. Sizing of hydraulic pumps

10%

14. Describe the operation and purpose of valves used in hydraulic systems.
a. Directional control valves
b. Pressure control valves
c. Volume (flow) control valves

10%

15. Describe the operation of components used in hydraulic systems and safety
considerations required.
a. Reservoirs
b. Hydraulic fluid
c. Piping and sealing
d. Pumps
e. Cylinders
f. Filters and strainers
g. Motors
h. Accumulators
i. Intensifiers
j. Pressure switches
k. Hydraulic hose and fittings
l. Pipe and tubing
m. Solenoids
n. Valves

10%

16. Identify the components needed to make up a basic hydraulic system.

10%

17. Identify various components of a system on a schematic.

10%

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Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

Unit:

H3 Pneumatics I

Level:
Duration:

Three
85 hours
Theory:
Practical:

40
45

hours
hours

Overview:
This unit of instruction is designed to provide the Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) apprentice with the knowledge and
skills necessary to install and maintain pneumatic systems and in compliance with safety procedures. In addition,
this unit of instruction is designed to provide the Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) apprentice with the knowledge and
skills necessary to maintain dynamic and positive displacement compressors and vacuum systems. Material covered
includes:

Physics laws and principles

Schematics

Operation of pneumatic systems, components, parts and accessories

Principle of operation

Gas laws

Pressure control

Percent of
Unit Mark (%)

Objectives and Content:

1. Describe gas laws as they pertain to pneumatics.
a. Atmospheric pressure
b. Gauge and absolute pressure
c. Force, pressure, area
d. Boyles Law
e. Charless Law
f. Gay-Lussacs Law
g. Ideal Gas Law

20%

2. Classify the various components of a system by the functions they perform.

a. Compressors
b. Pressure control valves
c. Directional control valves

Packed bore and sliding spool

d. Volume flow control valves

Quick exhaust and shuttle valves

e. Filters
f. Lubricators
g. Regulators
h. Coolers and heat exchanger
i. Receivers
j. Dryers
k. Pressure relief valves
l. Muffler
m. Actuators
n. Cylinder cushions

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3. Determine the series of operation of a system from a schematic.

a. Schematics
b. Symbols
c. Schematic development

10%

4. Describe the principles of operation of reciprocating and rotary compressors.

a. Reciprocating compressors and access
b. Rotary compressors
c. Screw compressors
d. Vane
e. Diaphragm
f. Wet screw
g. Dry screw

10%

5. Identify gas laws and apply them to compressors.

a. Boyles Law
b. Charless Law
c. Gay-Lussacs Law
d. Ideal Gas Law

20%

6. Identify and describe the parts and accessories for compressors.

a. Regulators
b. Lubricators
c. Filters
d. Receivers
e. Valves
f. Pistons
g. Connecting rods
h. Crankshafts
i. Rotors
j. Vanes
k. Crossheads
l. Cylinders
m. Maximum pressure control devices
n. Pressure relief valve on receiver
o. Piping control lines

10%

7. Describe methods of pressure control on a compressor.

a. Unloading devices
b. Stop start method
c. Throttling intake
d. Variable speed drives
e. Atmospheric pressure

Vacuum pressure

10%

8. Describe maintenance procedures for compressors.

a. Air treatment
b. Separators
c. Lubrication methods
d. Intercooolers
e. After coolers
f. Receivers
g. Air dryers
h. Regulators
i. Lubricators

10%

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Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

Unit:

H5 Electrical Controls

Level:
Duration:

Three
20 hours
Theory:
Practical:

20
0

hours
hours

Overview:
This unit of instruction is designed to provide the Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) apprentice with the knowledge and
skills necessary to understand the principles of electricity encountered as an Industrial Mechanic (Millwright).
This unit of instruction is designed to provide the Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) apprentice with the knowledge and
skills necessary for electrical systems diagnosis as it applies to the trade of Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) and in
compliance with safety procedures.
This unit of instruction is designed to provide the Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) apprentice with the knowledge and
skills necessary to work with programmable logic controllers.
The content of the electrical section of this unit is not to suggest that a Journey person Millwright should complete the
tasks normally performed by a Journey person Electrician. The intent is to provide the Millwright with enough
knowledge so that safe decisions may be made when working on or around electrical equipment. Material covered
includes:

Compliance with safety procedures

Electrical terminology

Direct and alternating current

Electrical circuits

Electrical motors

Abbreviations and symbols

Electrical Controls

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Percent of
Unit Mark (%)

Objectives and Content:

1. Identify basics of electricity as appropriate to complete various tasks as pertains to

trade of Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) and Electrical.

40%

2. Identify safety procedures when working around electrical equipment.

a. Lockout and tag-out procedures
Reasons for safe lock-out and tag-out of electrical controls
Rules and procedures for safe lock-out and tag-out of electrical controls
b. Breakers and switches
c. Personal safety
d. Electrical awareness
Warning signs of potential electrical hazard
Procedures to be followed to prevent personal injury
e. Fusible links and heaters

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3. Describe the basic principles of electricity.

a. Volts
b. Amperage
c. Resistance
d. Watts
e. Test meters
Types
Applications
f. Purpose of breakers, fusible links, heaters and switches including breaker re-setting procedures
g. Types of test meters and their uses
4. Describe electron theory, Ohms Law and associated formulae.
5. Describe magnetism.
a. Basic magnetic applications
b. Permanent
c. Electro
6. Describe electrical terminology.
a. Colomb
b. Voltage
c. Current
d. Ampere
e. Resistance
f. ohm
7. Describe what is meant by resistance and the factors affecting it.
8. Describe the characteristics of conductors and insulators and their applications.
9. Describe electromagnetism and how it can be used to produce voltage.
10. Qualified electricians should be working on energized equipment.
11. Identify cycles.
a. 60 cycle system
b. 50 cycle system
12. Identify phases.
a. Single phase
b. Three phase
13. Describe electrical circuits and schematics, their components and operation.
a. Open/closed circuits
14. Identify and read electrical schematic.
a. Basic information contained on simple schematics
b. Purpose of schematics
c. Testing
Line voltage
Load amperage
Line resistance
Interlocks and open circuits
15. Describe wiring systems.
a. Two wire
b. Three wire
c. Colour codes
d. Wire sizing
e. Electrical codes
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16. Describe the procedure used to construct electric circuits.

a. Series
b. Parallel
c. Series-parallel
17. Describe overload protection circuits.
18. Interpret the abbreviations, formula symbols and circuit symbols found in circuit diagrams.
19. Describe the parts and operating principles of electric motors.
20. Describe the safe removal and reinstallation of electrical motors.
a. Types of fuses.
b. Types of breakers.
c. Maintenance and servicing of electric motors in shop
21. Describe the procedures used for troubleshooting and repair of electric motors.
a. Safe removal of electric motors
b. Electric motor maintenance mechanical procedures
c. Interpretation of data contained on electric motor nameplates
22. Identify basics of Electrical Controls.

30%

23. Explain electrical systems diagnosis as it applies to the trade.

24. Identify simple circuits from wiring diagrams.
25. Trace simple circuits from wiring diagrams.
26. Identify the appropriate test meter to take readings.
a. Ampere
b. Volt
c. Ohm
27. Identify basics of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).

30%

28. Identify basic components.

a. Power supplies:

Central Processor

I / O Modules
b. Central Processing Unit:

Processor Types

Memory:
-Executive
-User
-I / O Status memory

Communication
c. I/O section:

Descrete

Analog

Specialty
d. Programming devices:

Handheld

Dedicated computer

Personal computer
e. Peripherals:

Printers

Communications

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29. Identify Input / Output Section.

a. Types and basic operating principles:

Optical isolation
b. Discrete and analog modules:
c. Wiring methods:

Bonding methods
30. Identify I / O Configuration.
a. Local:

Fixed I / O

Modular I / O
b. Remote:

Distributed I / O

Distributed Control Systems (DCS)

31. Identify and explain using ladder diagrams.
a. Programming relay type instructions:

System configuration

Address locations:
-External addresses
-Internal addresses

Documentation methods
b. Programming discrete inputs:

Examine On

Examine Off

Transitional contacts
c. Programming outputs:

Discrete outputs

Logical / internal outputs

Latching relay / instructions

Interposing relays
d. Timers:

Address locations

Preset and accumulated times

Time On and Time Off timers

Cascading
e. Counters:

Address locations

Preset and accumulated count

Count up and count down counters

32. Identify programming considerations.
a. Memory limitations
b. Networks
c. Program Scan
d. Nesting
33. Safe programming and wiring considerations.
a. Security

Key locks

Software
b. Maser Control Relay
c. Stop and Emergency Stop Push Buttons
d. Program Documentation
34. Identify Analog I / O.
a. Analog I / O:

Analog inputs

Analog outputs

Transducers
b. Voltage and current sensing modules:
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c.

Resolution / Scaling:

Binary conversion
d. Conductor bonding methods

35. Explain troubleshooting.

a. Bonding connections:

Low and extra low voltage systems

b. Controller self diagnostics:

LED indicators

Watch Dog Timer

c. Trouble shooting power supplies:

Controller

I / O modules
d. Trouble shooting discrete modules:

Over current protection

LED indicators
e. Search Functions:
f. Force / Disable functions:

Inputs

Outputs

Internal relays/contacts
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