Course CodeVSS203Fee CodeS2Duration (approx)100 hoursQualificationStatement of Attainment Learn to Identify and Fix problems with tools and equipment Motors, Machines, Engines Save time and money and avoid work delays Lesson Structure There are 8 lessons in this course: Scope and Nature of Small Equipment Repair Basic electrical principles Series and parallel circuits Components inside equipment and appliances Electrical Components Electromechanical components Materials Equipment, Tools and Safety Who is responsible? Tidiness Crowded Sites Other Hazards Clean up & Tool Storage Measuring devices/tools Electrical Safety Types of adhesives/ tapes that can be used Using Power Tools Legals Considerations Practices and Techniques Used in Repair Metals Plastics Soldering Wire-stripping Screws/Bolts/Rivets/Welds Parts for Small Appliances or Equipment Parts of small appliances Cord set Switches Relays Fuses Controls Light Fittings Small components Damaged Parts Household Appliances Home appliance repair Dimmer switches Smoke alarms Fans/ blower Space heaters Air-conditioner Blenders & food processors Toasters Sewing machines Hair dryers Vacuum cleaners Steam irons Motor and Engine Repair Motors Parts of a motor Types of electric motors and applications Common issues of motors Winding failures Contamination Bearing Electrical and mechanical issues Common indicators of motor problems Engines Common issues of engines Pistons - cracked or holed Connecting rods - bent or broken Big end connecting rod bearings – noisy and/or worn Main bearings – worn and/or seized Camshaft lobes – worn Crankshafts - cracked or broken Cylinder head gasket – blown Routine maintenance for motors/ engines Trades Equipment Repair Drills Electric Sanders Electric Saws Grinders Leaf Blowers Lawn Mowers Nail Guns Staple Guns Responsible Recycling Why recycle? Management of Work Parts that can be recycled Responsible disposal and recycling What makes this course a great choice? Learn to study and apply what you are learning with practical ‘hand-on’ tasks. Be supported by knowledgeable tutors, who can answer your questions when you need help and will also provide you with valuable feedback on your assignments along the way. Become more self-sufficient, save money and repair your appliances, instead of buying new ones. Repair and maintain appliances- save money and reduce waste