TEC3276

Maintenance management

A Shrivastava

2 points
* 24 hours lectures and tutorials
* Second semester
* Caulfield

Objectives The student is expected to acquire a basic knowledge and understanding of mechanical failures, machine reliability, maintenance policies and management.

Synopsis Sources of mechanical failure: review and analysis. Factors affecting failure and some examples including metal wear rates, rolling bearings, overheating. Failure rates, equipment availability and reliability. Maintenance policies: breakdown, preventative and on-condition maintenance. Spare parts and equipment replacement policies. Backup and standby equipment. Human factors in maintenance: danger tag and lock-out policies. Human relations issues and staff control.

Assessment Examination (3 hours): 60%
* Assignments and tests: 40%

Recommended texts

Carter A D S Mechanical reliability Macmillan, 1988
Kelly A Maintenance planning and control Butterworths, 1984