Electro-Hydraulics and Pneumatics ((4 credit hours))

Catalog description

Instructs students in lean manufacturing concepts which will encompass the instructional methodologies of this course. Explains the fundamental concepts of fluid power and electro-fluid power systems. Covers the principles of fluid power, calculations of physical properties of fluids, and their ability to do work. Introduces the various fluid power components, symbols, and circuits. Introduces troubleshooting of fluid power components and systems with an emphasis on safety. Addresses fluids, filters, reservoirs, piping, pumps, actuators, accumulators, control valves, and combination circuits. Lecture: 2 credits (30 contact hours) Laboratory: 2 credits (60 contact hours).