PNG 185 - Engine Mechanics I

Institution:

Lackawanna College

Subject:

Petroleum and Natural Gas

Description:

This course will provide students with a sound understanding, both technically and mechanically, of Gas Engines used to drive reciprocating compressors in the Oil and Gas Industry. The natural gas laws and how they apply to gas engine operation will be explained. Differences in high-speed, slow speed, two and four stroke cycle engines, as well as naturally aspirated vs turbocharged engines will be explained. Identification of major external, and internal components, their assembly and disassembly, and their function will be taught in a hands-on, lab setting. Lectures will describe operating systems; i.e. lubrication, cooling, ignition and fuel. The student will be taught how to use precision measuring instruments and safe hand-tool usage. Troubleshooting exercises will be included to aid the student in developing a logical process for finding and correcting problems. The instructor will outline suggested O.E.M best practices for the maintenance and the safe operation of high-speed separable, and slow-speed integral, gas engines. Before graduating from the course, each student will be required to demonstrate their newly acquired practical skills by disassembling and re-assembling certain engine components under the observation of the instructor. The primary focus of this course is to produce hands-on competency in each student. To that end, the instructor will verify, in a signed log book, that these tasks have been performed to the instructors satisfaction. In addition, the student must be able to explain in writing, to the instructors satisfaction, a knowledge of basic compressor theory and operation. This will include an understanding of torque tables, proper use of hand tools, accuracy with micrometers, how to calculate HP, and understanding of unit alignment There will be a written final exam at the end of the course which requires a minimum of 80 % for passing. (3 Credits)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lackawanna.edu

Phone Number:

(570) 961-7810

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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