This course is INACTIVE
Division
Industrial Technology - DNU
Department
Ctr for Innov Manuf Educ-DNU
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
Hydraulics/Pneumatics
Course Number
101
Course Title
Reservoirs, Fluids, Filters
Credit Hours
1.00
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
23.50 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
23.50 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
A-E
Pre-requisites
CIMHP 100 or Instructor Permission
Co-requisites
None
Catalog Course Description
Introduces functions of hydraulic/pneumatic reservoirs and reservoir components. Addresses properties and requirements for fluids, as well as how filters are used to maintain cleanliness in fluid power systems.
Goals, Topics, and Objectives
Core Course Topics
- Proper Safe Practices When Working with Reservoirs, Fluids, And Filters
- Reservoir Types and Components Located on Fluid Power Systems
- Functions, Properties, and Types of Hydraulic Fluids
- Maintenance of Fluid Levels for Hydraulic Systems
- Source and Effect of Contamination on Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
- Types, Maintenance, and Replacement of Filters Utilized in Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
- Replacement of Filters on Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
Core Course Learning Objectives (Separated)
Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate proper safe practices when working with reservoirs, fluids, and filters.
- Identify reservoir types and components located on fluid power systems.
- Describe functions, properties, and types of hydraulic fluids.
- Identify the source and effect of contamination on hydraulic and pneumatic systems.*
- Replace filters on hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
General Information
List of experiments/activities:
- Demonstrate proper safe practices when working with reservoirs, fluids, and filters
- Identify reservoir types and components located on fluid power systems
- Describe functions, properties, and types of hydraulic fluid
- Fluid functions – compressibility, lubrication, sealing, and cooling
- Identify the physical and chemical properties of a hydraulic fluid
Assessment and Requirements
Assessment of Academic Achievement
• AMTEC Modular Pre and Post exams
• Lab evaluation utilizing a standard evaluation matrix
Texts
AMTEC Module 2012 Digital Learning Materials
Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Other Details
Successful completion of AMTEC Course Module 2012 Post Assessment (85%) and instructor assessment of lab activities.
Approval Dates
Effective Term
Summer 2014