SHE level 11 SCQF credit points 15 ECTS credit points 7.5 Module code MMH723583 Module Leader Babakalli Alkali School School of Science & Engineering Subject Mechanical Engineering Trimester A (September start), B (January start), C (May start), A (September start)
Summary of content This module examines the main methods for developing a modern maintenance programme for industrial plants. It provides a comprehensive understanding of theory and practice of reliability-centred maintenance and total productive maintenance strategies to achieve high plant availability, optimise on product quality, and address safety and environmental issues. The module will also consider shutdown and turnaround within maintenance of complex systems.
Module details Syllabus arrow_forward The teaching syllabus will cover the following areas: TPM The modern role of care and asset management through TPM and the TPM improvement plan. Planning and launching TPM. Lean maintenance. Maximising equipment effectiveness, and the implementation of autonomous maintenance. Equipment improvement, quality maintenance practices and fault analysis. The use of TPM /concepts (Fishborne diagram, OEE and 5S). Industrial visits to see how TPM techniques are implemented. RCM The changing world of maintenance and its evolutionary perspectives. RCM seven basic questions and the step-by-step procedure in conducting RCM analysis. The Plant Register and links with CMMS. The function and failure of complex systems. Failure mode and effect analysis (FMEA). Failure consequences analysis, maintenance and decision making. Failure data analysis and the use RCM Decision diagram. The nature of failure and technical history and implementing the RCM technique. Industrial visits.
Learning outcomes arrow_forward On successful completion of this module students should be able to: 1. Critically evaluate a system and produce a TPM improvement plan 2. Carry out an RCM analysis on equipment (Investigate how equipment operates and critically evaluate the equipment and come up with an improvement plan). 3. Understand the importance of TPM and RCM strategies and how they are implemented in industrial plant. 4. Understand the key steps which must be taken to implement the recommendations arising from RCM and TPM strategies. 5. Understand the terms and definition of asset management standards 6. Use appropriate software to analyse equipment and systems, and support decision making in implementing maintenance strategies.
Teaching / learning strategy arrow_forward Full-time This module will be taught by lectures, practicals, seminars, and software demonstrations, industrial visits and case studies. Lecture materials will be delivered within the first week of the three weeks cycle. Practical work will be undertaken over the two weeks and the module content will be delivered by a combination of notes, power point slides, a study pack and tutorials. Materials will be available on GCU Learn. Industrial visits: two visits will be arranged (for example to a power generating station and the National semiconductors) to demonstrate the importance of TPM and RCM strategies and how they are implemented in industry. Part-time In the first week lecture materials will be delivered by a series of lectures supported by a 3 hour tutorial session which will be used for data analysis. Students will be provided with a study pack to support their learning which will include sample data and access to appropriate software Tutors will be available for consultation via e-mail, telephone and GCU Learn. Case studies and exercise materials will be available on GCU Learn. Distance Learning Students will be provided with study pack which will cover the syllabus materials. The module content will be delivered through the combination of notes, tutorials and practical sessions. Students will be provided with sample data and appropriate software. Tutors will be available for consultation via e-mail, telephone and GCU Learn.
Transferrable skills arrow_forward Critical thinking and problem solving. Critical analysis. Communication skills, written, oral and listening. Numeracy. Effective Information retrieval and research skills. Self confidence, self discipline & self reliance (independent working). Awareness of strengths and weaknesses. Creativity, innovation & independent thinking. Reliability, integrity, honesty and ethical awareness Enterprise/Business Skills Ability to prioritise tasks and time management (organising and planning work). Interpersonal skills, team working and leadership. Presentation skills. Commercial awareness
Module structure Activity Total hours Lectures 22 Tutorials 8 Practicals 16 Seminars 0 Independent Learning 80 Assessment 24 Placement 0
Assessment methods Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description Course Work001 50 45 CW: Written assessment (2,000 words) Exam002 2 50 45 EXAM: 2 hours duration