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IND 130 - Rigging and Erecting

Min Credits: 3

This course incorporates the basic laws of physics to moving, setting-up, and securing machinery. Leverage and mechanical advantage, and the care and selection of equipment are taken in consideration while calculating load weights based on various shapes and types of material. Upon completion learners will be able to calculate sling angle tension and how to apply relevant information to different rigging hitches while determining the correct size of rigging tools needed for the job. Learners will apply lecture material to lab applications including mobile crane safety, inspection, hand signals, and proper load chart usage.

Lecture: 1 Lab: 4


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