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MEC 155 - Mechanisms

Course ID 565397
Credits 3

Studies the purpose and actions of cams, gear trains, levers, and other mechanical devices used to transmit control. Focuses on motions, linkages, velocities, and acceleration of points within a link mechanism; layout method for designing cams and gear grain. Requires preparation of weekly laboratory reports.

Lecture: 1 hour per week. Laboratory 2 hours per week Total: 3 hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): CAD 151 Engineering Drawing Fundamentals I  



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