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690. Power Testing. [Shepherd.]

5 hours a week.

The calibration and adjustment of gauges; calibration of thermometers,
planimeters, and indicators; valve setting; determination of clearances;
flue gas analysis; steam quality tests; mechanical and thermal efficiency
tests of a steam engine; tests of a gasoline engine; test of the University
Power Plant boilers. (Fall.)