Introduces the different types of pumps, actuators, and accumulators used in fluid power systems which create flow, change fluid power into mechanical power, and devices that store energy in the system.
Goals, Topics, and Objectives
To provide students the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of Hydraulics/Pneumatics Systems, utilizing digital learning materials and hands-on labs.
- Safe Practices When Working with Pumps, Actuators and Accumulators
- Type, Function, and Operation of Pumps, Acutators and Accumulators in Fluid Power Systems
- Removing/Installing/Maintaining Pumps
- Troubleshooting Hydraulic Pumps
- Repairing Hydraulic Pumps
- Removing/Installing/Maintaining Actuators
- Troubleshooting Actuators
- Repairing Actuators
- Removing/Installing/Maintaining Accumulators
- Troubleshooting Accumulators
Demonstrate proper safe practices when working with pumps.
Describe the type, function, and operation of pumps, actuators and accumulators.
Perform mechanical adjustment and verify proper setting of pressure and flow in pumps, actuators and accumulators.*
Assessment and Requirements
• Pre and Post exams • Completion of all assigned lab evaluated by utilizing a standard evaluation matrix (see Division)
See Division for all required texts/materials
Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Successful completion of current post assessment, 85% or higher, and instructor assessment of lab activities