Simple Machines Course
Gain command over levers, pulleys, and block-and-tackle systems using solid physics and practical design approaches. Compute forces, mechanical advantage, friction losses, and safety margins to build dependable lifting tools for tough professional jobs in workshops and beyond. Perfect for those needing reliable heavy-lift solutions with real-world accuracy and safety focus.

flexible workload from 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course equips you with quick, hands-on skills to design and assess levers, pulleys, and block-and-tackle setups confidently. You'll go over key statics, torque, friction, work, and energy principles, then use them in precise calculations, practical safety margins, and straightforward examples. Gain expertise in planning secure arrangements, picking suitable materials, factoring in efficiency drops, and drafting simple operating and upkeep guides.
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Develop skills
- Design lever systems by calculating mechanical advantage, choosing layouts, and sizing for 200 kg loads.
- Build pulley and block-and-tackle setups by setting mechanical advantage and effort caps for 80 kg lifts.
- Incorporate friction, efficiency, and safety factors into practical workshop lifting designs.
- Carry out rapid statics and torque computations to optimise simple machines.
- Produce straightforward, safe usage guides and sketches for everyday workshop staff.
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