MCHN 1452 Lubrication Syllabus 960 Spring 2026

Credit Hours 2.00 Lecture Hours 2 Clinical/Lab Hours 0
Type of Credit
CIP Code
47.0303
Course Description
This course introduces the student to the theories of lubrication, lubricating oils, greases and solid lubricants, as well as the principles of lubrication, lubricating machine parts, lubrication storage and safety while working with lubricants. Other topics of discussion shall include lubricant application; history of lubricant application; centralized lubricating systems; and system components, conductors and connectors. Preventive and predictive maintenance also will be covered.
General Education Outcomes

General Education Outcomes are the knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and behaviors that students are expected to develop as a result of their overall experiences with any aspect of the college, including courses, programs, and student services, both inside and outside of the classroom. The General Education Outcomes specifically learned in this course are:

  1. Communication
  2. Critical Thinking

Faculty Contact Information

Faculty Name
Jason Dexter
Faculty Email

Course Information

Course Outcomes

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Explain why lubricants are used in machinery.
  2. Identify the basic makeup of oil and grease.
  3. Make selection of oil and grease for different systems.
  4. Understand and troubleshoot the operation, care and maintenance of automatic greasing systems
Academic Division

Business, Technology & Human Services

Dean, Paul Carlson; 815-802-8858; V105; pcarlson@kcc.edu; Division Office – W102; 815-802-8650

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