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Course Descriptions
Fluids 1 : Basic Pneumatics 10620100 What fluid power is , differentiate between hydraulics and pneumatics , implement basic pneumatic circuits , utilize schematics , apply Pascal ' s Law , define properties of fluids , implement airflow control and hydraulics cylinder circuits . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Fluids 2 : Basic Hydraulics 10620101 Hydraulic pumps , basic hydraulics actuator circuits , hydraulic schematics , apply Pascal ' s Law , summarize the effects of fluids friction , define properties of hydraulic energy , design hydraulic circuits with directional control valves . ( Pre-requisite : 10-620-100 , Fluids 1 : Basic Pneumatics ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Fluids 3 : Inter Hydraulics 10620165 Design of cylinder actuating circuits with pressure-compensated flow control valves , how to control pressure , pilot-operated check valve applications , accumulator operation and application , hydraulic motor types and applications . ( Pre-requisite : 10-620-101 , Fluids 2 : Basic Hydraulics ) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Fluids 4 : Advanced Hydraulics 10620166 Components of hydraulic pump power , characteristics of fluid conductors , issues of hydraulic system maintenance , basics of hydraulic flow and pressure in pipelines , design a hydraulic system from a specification . ( Pre-requisite : 10-620-165 , Fluids 3 : Inter Hydraulics ) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
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