Fluid PowerFluid power is a term which was created to include the generation, control, and application of smooth, effective power of pumped or compressed fluids (either liquids or gases) when this power is used to provide force and motion to mechanisms. This force and motion maybe in the form of pushing, pulling, rotating, regulating, or driving. Fluid power includes hydraulics, which involves liquids, and pneumatics, which involves gases. Liquids and gases are similar in many resp...

Use and Care of Handtools and Measuring ToolsThe purpose of this course is to increase your knowledge of the use and care of handtools and measuring tools.No matter how small the job, safety precautions must be taken at all times. A tool may be efficient, essential, time-saving, or even convenient; but it is also dangerous. For this reason, handtools must be used correctly. You must also be alert to any conditions that might endanger yourself or fellow workers.This ...

Diesel Fuel SystemsThis course is designed to teach the knowledge and skills necessary for performing tasks related to the adjustment, repair, or replacement of components of diesel fuel systems found on items of engineering construction equipment. The course is presented in five lessons, each corresponding to a specific learning objective.The prime job of the diesel fuel system is to inject a precise amount of atomized and pressurized fuel into each engine cylinder at the ...

Plumbing Prepare Take-Off ListThis training course is designed to teach the knowledge required to extract information from a construction drawing legend, to identify plumbing symbols, and the use of plumbing materials.An important part of building construction is the ability to read and understand the information shown on a construction drawing or a set of construction drawings. The drawings show what plumbing facilities are required by using symbols and abbreviations to id...

Test, Measuring, and Diagnostic EquipmentThis course is designed to teach the knowledge and skills necessary to properly use the various test, measuring, and diagnostic equipment needed to perform various tasks related to the repair of engineer construction equipment. The course is presented in six lessons each of which corresponds to a specific learning objective.This course is part of our Mechanics and Hydraulics series.Full illustrations and diagrams included.

Maintenance of ForkliftsThe purpose of this training course is to introduce operation safety procedures and the maintenance of the 6000 pound rough-terrain forklift and the 4000 pound capacity articulate forklift.The scope of this training course includes the operation, safety practices, and maintenance procedures relating to the respective forklifts.This course is part of our Mechanics and Hydraulics series.Full illustrations and diagrams included.L...

Carpentry Training SeriesCarpentry is the art/science of measuring, cutting, fitting, and assembling wood and other materials to construct buildings or other structures. Carpenters not only work with wood, other building materials and tools they also work with metals, plastic, and other synthetic materials. The carpentry trade also includes skills required to construct buildings, bridges, docks, wharfs and other construction projects. Work must be accomplished in a manner consisten...

Concrete and MasonryConcrete and Masonry is a training course and reference for engineers using concrete and masonry materials in field construction.The training course has two parts: Concrete (Part One) and Masonry (Part Two).Part One covers the physical characteristics, properties, and ingredients of concrete; mixtures, design and construction of forms; and reinforced concrete and field construction procedures.Part Two addresses the mason's tools and equip...

Plumbing Pipe Fitting and SewerageThis training course is a guide for plumbers and engineers responsible for conducting plumbing and pipe fitting operations. This manual provides information on water, waste, and heating systems and basic plumbing techniques. Use this guide to help repair fixtures, leaky pipes, and valves; to make pipe joints; to install water, waste, and heating systems; and to test and service these systems.Plumbers install and repair water systems, waste ...

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Volume 2 of 4 - Commercial RefrigerationThis course is the second volume of four volumes devoted to instruction in refrigeration and air conditioning.This course explains the components, operation, and repair of commercial refrigeration systems and provides a detailed explanation of the various uses of compressors. In addition, there is detailed instruction on the use and defrosting of storage cabinets, plant design, special systems, and vehi...

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning CollectionThis collection includes 4 of our training courses all within one book. This collection contains all 4 volumes from our our Refrigeration and Air Conditioning series. You can easily use the bookmarks to navigate between each training course. This collection includes:- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Volume 1 of 4 - Fundamentals- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Volume 2 of 4 - Commercial Refrigeration- Refrigeration and...

Masonry - BricklayingThis training course is designed to teach the basic information that is needed to construct concrete block and brick walls.As a carpenter or mason, you must be able to design and construct concrete-block and brick structures that are safe and structurally sound. Work must be accomplished in a manner consistent with environmental laws and regulations. You will be expected to select correct mortar materials for a brick or block wall. A major part of that ...