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Hydraulics and Pneumatics Department

Department Overview

Department Name:	Hydraulics and Pneumatics Department
Number of Classes:	21

Department Description

An incredible range of manufacturing systems use the force and power of fluids such as water, oil, and air. Powered clamps open and close with the force of pressurized air or oil, large presses shape and form metal with hydraulic pressure, and assembly torque tools fasten components with pressurized air. In each example, fluid power provides the energy necessary to exert significant mechanical forces.

These classes explain the fundamental concepts of hydraulic and pneumatic systems for maintenance individuals in the manufacturing environment. The class content first addresses the basic components used in these systems, with certain classes focusing specifically on either hydraulic or pneumatic components. Intermediate-level classes address how to quantify and compare power variables, and they also discuss the specific applications for components within each major category.

Department Classes

Class Name	Prereq.	Lessons	Difficulty
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Intro to Fluid Systems 100 This class provides an introduction to fluid power systems, including hydraulic and pneumatic components.	None	14	Beginner
Safety for Hydraulics and Pneumatics 105 This class addresses safe work practices for hydraulics and pneumatics and includes information on preventive measures for safety hazards in the manufacturing workplace. Includes an Interactive Lab.	None	17	Beginner
The Forces of Fluid Power 110 This class provides an introduction to the forces of fluid power, including force multiplication, work, energy, and power.	None	16	Beginner
Intro to Hydraulic Components 120 This class presents an overview of basic hydraulic system components. Includes an Interactive Lab.	None	15	Beginner
Intro to Pneumatic Components 125 This class presents an overview of basic pneumatic system components.	None	17	Beginner
Intro to Fluid Conductors 130 This class provides an overview of fluid power conductors, including pipe, tubing, hose, and manifolds.	None	16	Beginner
Fittings for Fluid Systems 135 This class provides an overview of fittings for fluid power systems, including pipe fittings, tube fittings, hose fittings, and the seals that make them work.	570130	17	Beginner
Preventive Maintenance for Fluid Systems 140 This class provides an introduction to preventive maintenance for hydraulic and pneumatic fluid systems.	None	20	Beginner
Hydraulic Power Variables 200 This class discusses the variables involved in hydraulic power transmission and how they describe the capabilities of a hydraulic system. Includes an Interactive Lab.	570110	16	Intermediate
Pneumatic Power Variables 205 This class discusses the variables involved in pneumatic power transmission and how they describe the capabilities of a pneumatic system.	570110	17	Intermediate
Hydraulic Power Sources 210 This class discusses the various types of hydraulic pumps and how they create fluid flow. It also describes prime movers and the considerations for selecting a pump and motor unit for a specific application.	570105 570110 570120	14	Intermediate
Pneumatic Power Sources 215 This class describes different types of compressors and how they generate gas flow. It also describes prime movers and primary factors to consider when selecting a compressor for a particular application.	570125	14	Intermediate
Fluid System Print Reading 220 This class describes the basic layout of hydraulic and pneumatic prints and addresses the most commons symbols used to identify components.	570100, 570120, 570125	19	Intermediate
Hydraulic Control Valves 230 This class surveys the most common types of hydraulic control valves and explains how each type functions within a hydraulic system. Includes an Interactive Lab.	570100 570120	17	Intermediate
Pneumatic Control Valves 235 This class surveys the most common types of pneumatic control valves and explains how each type functions within a pneumatic system.	570100 570125	16	Intermediate
Actuator Applications 240 This class provides an overview of actuators for fluid power systems, including cylinders, rotary actuators, and fluid motors. Includes an Interactive Lab.	570110 570120 570125	16	Intermediate
Basic Hydraulic System Design 310 This class provides an overview of basic hydraulic circuits and how they are designed to perform basic tasks.	570200 570220 570230	18	Advanced
Basic Pneumatic Circuit Design 315 This class provides an overview of basic pneumatic circuits and how they are designed to perform basic tasks.	570205 570220 570235	12	Advanced
Hydraulic Fluid Selection 320 This class provides an overview of the types of hydraulic fluid and the properties that make them ideal for certain applications. Includes an Interactive Lab.	570120 570140	18	Advanced
Contamination and Filter Selection 330 This class provides an overview of contamination, hydraulic filters, and fluid maintenance. Includes an Interactive Lab.	570120 570140	16	Advanced
Hydraulic Principles and System Design 340 This class provides an overview of common mathematical calculations used to size fluid components in the design phase of circuit creation. Includes an Interactive Lab.	570200 570210	12	Advanced