IED 190: Industrial Mathematics
[Section 2696, Fall 2017 Course Syllabus]
Course Description
Concepts of industrial mathematics geared to students pursuing careers in the automotive, diesel, machine tool and welding fields. Includes a study of basic math, fractions, decimals, conversions, fundamental algebraic equations and basic geometry.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
Employ math and algebraic theories, concepts and skills to applications found in Automotive, Diesel, Machine Tool and Welding Technology.
Objectives:
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to apply the following math skills to the industrial technology field:
1. Analyze and solve whole number and decimal equations
2. Solve fractional equations
3. Convert decimal and fractional numbers
4. Solve equations for English to metric conversions
5. Solve algebraic equations related to the field.
Topics and Scope
I. Basic math operations as related to specific areas of industrial/trade technology. Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of:
A. Decimals
B. Fractions
C. Graphs and charts
II. Measurement systems and conversions, as related to machine and auto vocations
A. Decimal and fractional conversions
B. Metric system
1. Metric prefixes
2. Metric Conversion
C. English to metric conversions
1. Linear measurements- inches to millimeters
2. Pressure- pounds per square inch (PSI) to bar
3. Torque -foot pounds to newton meters
4. Volume- cubic inches to cubic centimeters
5. Temperature- Fahrenheit to Celsius
III. Algebraic equations
A. Ohms law- voltage, resistance, and amperage calculations
B. Gear ratios- single and multiple gear sets
C. Hydraulic pressure and force calculations
D. Percentages
IV. Geometry, as related to engines and hydraulics
A. Area of squares and circles
B. Volume of cylinders
C. Angles
Class Meetings
This class offers credit for a passing grade on the final examination. The exam will be held on Monday, February 14 at 3:00pm in room 2303 of the Lounibos Hall service center.
Instructor Contact
David Lemmer
Email: <dlemmer@santarosa.edu>
Phone: (707) 695-4250c
Office Hours: TTh 1:00 to 3:00pm, Lounibos Service Center
I respond to emails within [48] hours. I never respond on weekends, so please expect a response to those messages on Tuesday.
Course Web Site
Students will use the Canvas course web site for information on assignments and schedules. Grade progress can also be checked on the Canvas page.
Textbook
REQUIRED
AUTOMOTIVE MATHEMATICS
| Author |
ROUVEL |
| Edition/Copyright |
07 |
| Published Date |
2007 |
| ISBN |
9780131148734 |
| Publisher |
PEARSON |
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