Mobile work machines (4cr)

Evaluation scale

1-5

Objective

After completing the course, the student will be able to:
- Understand the functions, structures and operating principles of key mobile working machines, and compare the technical solutions of different machine types in relation to the requirements of their intended applications.
- Recognize the essential principles of power sources, drivetrains, steering and braking systems, as well as mobile hydraulics in working machines, and explain how these systems affect machine performance, safety and usability.
- Analyze factors related to off-road mobility and cab ergonomics, and apply this knowledge when evaluating machine operation.
- Search for and utilize up-to-date and reliable information on technical innovations, regulations and development trends in working machine technology.
- Consider environmental aspects related to the maintenance and repair of working machines, such as leakage risks, waste handling, energy efficiency and environmentally responsible practices.
- Understand the current state of the field, emerging development trends and the impact of digitalization on working machines and their use.

Content

Situation Overview of Working Machine Technology
Power Sources
Power Transmission
Steering and Braking Systems
Mobile Hydraulics
Off-Road Mobility
Cabin Ergonomics
Basic Structures of Working Machines:
Earthmoving Machines
Forest Machines
Material Handling Machines

Materials

- Manufacturer's material
- Lecturer's material

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student identifies the basic components and functions of key mobile working machines, but their explanations are partly inaccurate or superficial. They understand the basic principles of power sources, drivetrains, steering and braking systems, and mobile hydraulics, but their explanations show uncertainty or contain gaps. The student can describe factors related to off-road mobility and ergonomics at a general level, but their ability to apply this knowledge when evaluating machine performance is limited. They are able to find some sources of new information, but their assessment of reliability or practical use of the information is insufficient. The student recognizes environmental aspects in general terms, but their consideration of these factors in maintenance and repair is partly inadequate.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student clearly describes the structures, operating principles and applications of key mobile working machines, and is able to make well-grounded comparisons between different machine solutions. They explain the operation of power sources, drivetrains, steering and braking systems, and mobile hydraulics in a coherent manner, and relate these systems to machine performance, safety and usability. The student analyzes factors affecting off-road mobility and ergonomics and can apply this knowledge when evaluating machine operation in typical situations. They are able to search for up-to-date information and apply it when completing course assignments or justifying technical choices. The student considers environmental aspects in maintenance and repair and can operate responsibly in accordance with given guidelines. They understand industry development trends and the significance of digitalization, and can connect these developments to the overall technical context of working machines.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student presents the structures, operating principles and intended uses of mobile working machines in a thorough and technically precise manner, and is able to evaluate the strengths and limitations of different solutions even in demanding applications. They demonstrate a broad understanding of the interrelationships between power sources, drivetrain solutions, steering and braking systems, and mobile hydraulics, and can analyze their combined effects on overall machine performance. The student critically analyzes off-road mobility and cab ergonomics and applies this knowledge when assessing more challenging use cases. They independently search for and utilize reliable, up-to-date information from the field and can justify their technical choices in an expert manner. The student takes environmental aspects comprehensively into account and can assess their impact on the processes of machine maintenance, repair and operation. They have an in-depth understanding of industry development trends and the effects of digitalization, and can integrate this knowledge into the design, use and future solutions of working machines.

Qualifications

No previous studies are required.