GWO The BTT Mechanical module

The aim of this BTT Mechanical Module is to give the participants the knowledge and skills to carry out basic mechanical tasks (supervised by an experienced technician), using safe working procedures and the correct PPE.

Target Audience

The Basic Technical Training modules are targeted at candidates who have no previous experience of hydraulic, mechanical, electrical or installation systems, or working with energy powered bolt tightening, but may also be used to upskill candidates who have some knowledge but not of its application in wind turbines.

Prerequisites

All participants who attend a GWO Training course must create a profile in WINDA in order to get a WINDA ID which they must supply to the Training Provider prior to completing the training. https://winda.globalwindsafety.org

All personnel participating in this training shall be medically fit and capable of fully participating.
Participants’ signatures testifying to their medical fitness will be collected prior to the start of the module.

There are additional prerequisites for both the Bolt Tightening and Installation modules: 

a. Before attending the BTT Bolt Tightening Module participants must first complete the BTT Mechanical Module. 

b. Before attending the BTT Installation Module participants must first complete both the BTT Mechanical and BTT Bolt Tightening modules. 

For more details about course prerequisites please contact our administration desk.

Module Content

• Introduction
• Mechanical introduction 
• Mechanical safety
• The principles of bolted and welded connections
• Use of Handheld Tools
• Gearbox
• Braking systems
• Yaw system
• Cooling system
• Lubrication system