TRAINING COURSE:
Mobile Compressors and Pneumatic Tools
Course Category: Transmission and Distribution
Course description: There are many types and sizes of compressors. One of the more common types is the mobile construction air compressor. These towable compressors are found at construction sites and are used to power pneumatic tools such as jackhammers, tampers, nail guns, and pumps. Operating these tools also requires some understanding and knowledge of how to operate the compressor that powers them. In this module, we will cover the principles of operation and the startup and shut down of a typical mobile compressor. We will also cover the operation and use of some common pneumatic tools.
Course syllabus:
At the end of this module, you will be able to:
- List the major components of a mobile compressor
- Describe the purpose of the oil system in an oil-flooded screw compressor
- List some important mobile compressor pre-startup inspection items
- List some important pneumatic hose connection considerations
- Describe the principle of operation of a jackhammer
- Explain how air pressure can be converted to rotary motion
- List some important direct uses of compressed air
*This course is discounted for NATE members.
