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AGC 151 Machines Theory III
Credit Hours:  0.5
Effective Term: Fall 2016
SUN#: None
AGEC: None  
Credit Breakdown: 0.5 Lecture
Times for Credit: 1
Grading Option: A, B, C, D, F
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Description: Intermediate review of the use and maintenance of motor graders and telescoping excavators, emphasizing safe operation of the equipment.

Prerequisites: Student must be sponsored by an AGC contractor to enroll.

Corequisites: None

Recommendations: None

Measurable Student Learning Outcomes
1. (Knowledge Level) List the types of motor graders and their uses.
2. (Knowledge Level) Match terms associated with motor grader operation to their correct definitions.
3. (Knowledge Level) Identify basic components and controls on a typical motor grader.
4. (Knowledge Level) State the safety rules for operating a motor grader.
5. (Knowledge Level) List the accessories used on a motor grader.
6. (Knowledge Level) State the basic preventive maintenance requirements for a motor grader.
7. (Comprehension Level) State and explain the basic maneuvers performed with a motor grader.
8. (Knowledge Level) Identify the types of telescoping excavators and their attachments.
9. (Knowledge Level) Match terms associated with telescoping excavator operation to their correct definitions.
10. (Comprehension Level) Identify and explain the basic components and controls on a typical telescoping excavator.
11. (Application Level) Explain and demonstrate the safety rules for operating a telescoping excavator.
12. (Comprehension Level) Explain the basic preventive maintenance requirements for a telescoping excavator.
Internal/External Standards Accreditation
Per National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Standards:
1. Successfully complete Motor Graders Module Examination #22304 with a score of at least 70%.
2. Successfully complete Telescoping Excavator Module Examination #22303 at a score of at least 70%.