Office Information

Mailing Address:
ASOPE, Inc.
P.O.Box 30
Aurora, Indiana 47001-0030

Physical Address:
ASOPE, Inc.
420 Third Street
Suite 3
Aurora, Indiana 47001

Toll-Free: (866) 926-1821
Fax: (812) 926-1804
Email: admin@asope.org

 

American Society of Power Engineers, Inc.

Traction Engine Engineer

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Qualifications
  • Minimum age - 18
  • Education - Graduate of a Traction Engine School
  • Experience - Proof of 25 hours of actual traction engine operation or attestation by two (2) currently licensed Traction Engine Engineers to the applicant's experience and competency.
    Note: Experience and Education may be waived if the applicant is holding a valid State issued license for operation of traction engines and boilers.
  • Examination - Written (Oral or Practical when necessary)
 
Curriculum at the Minimum:
  • Basic Math-Science
  • Basic Combustion Theory
  • Types of Traction Engine Boilers
  • Construction of Traction Engine Boilers
  • Traction Engine Boiler Maintenance
  • Boiler Safety Devices
  • Boiler Fittings and Accessories
  • Traction Engine Boiler Combustion Air and Flue Gas System
  • Traction Engine Boiler Fuels and Fuel Systems
  • Traction Engine Feed Water System
  • Feed Water Chemistry Control
  • Corrective Actions for Low Water Level Conditions
  • Traction Engine Safety
  • Steam Engine Construction
  • Steam Engine Operating Cycle
  • Valve Maintenance
  • Bearing Maintenance and Lubrication
  • Governor Operation and Maintenance
  • Clutch Operation and Maintenance
  • Steering Gear
  • Lining up on the belt