Study Guide

Objective

The student
- knows tractor technology, especially engine technology, hydraulics, transmissions and electronics
- can handle different machine elements

Content

Introduction to mechanical engineering
The concepts of power, work and energy
Basic mechanical principles
Thermodynamic relationships
Internal combustion engines
Mechanical transmissions
Hydraulic system
Material and strength
Some important machine elements
Tractors and field machines
Electronics
New technology in mechanical engineering
The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible consumption and production

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

Qualifications

Individual review of the necessary prerequisites, which are defined as prerequisites for the course registration