Course Title: Introduction to Lifting & Hoisting
Title Abbreviation: INTRO LIFTING & HOISTING
Department: APPRC
Course #: 58
Credits: 5
Variable: No
IUs: 4
CIP: 460201
EPC: 745
REV: 2019
Course Description
Safety and PPE (personal protective equipment) will be emphasized. Introduction to the basic systems, devices and machinery used for lifting, hoisting and rigging for the construction industry. Overview of the principles and concepts of basic machines and mechanical laws, and personnel & material hoists - such as boom trucks, derricks and cranes. Learn the process of identifying ropes, slings, hitches and knots. Sheaves, blocks, winches and drums will also be reviewed.
Prerequisite
None
Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)
Lecture: 44
Lab: 0
Other: 0
Systems: 0
Clinical: 0
Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:
Vocational Supplementary Elective
Equivalencies At Other Institutions
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, the student will be able to:
General Education Learning Values & Outcomes
Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.
Course Contents