Aug 06, 2026  
2026-2027 Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Catalog

TRCK 260 - Applied Hydraulic Systems


PREREQUISITES: INDT 104
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3 CREDIT HOURS MAX: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2 LECTURE HOURS MAX: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2 LAB HOURS MAX: 2
This course introduces students to mobile fluid power circuits specifically found on heavy equipment. The student will be required to understand, analyze and troubleshoot heavy equipment hydraulic circuits; utilizing the tools and practices found within the industry. This includes but not limited to practices of; using a hydraulic flow meter to troubleshoot, rebuilding system components, studying pump performance and diagnosing electrical issues in mobile hydraulic systems. The student will also study the utilization of automation within a mobile hydraulic system.  

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
  1. Interpret and research vehicle service information, including vehicle service history, service precautions, fluid type, and technical service bulletins 

  1. Check fluid level and condition; Collect hydraulic fluid samples for analysis; determine needed action. 

  1. Troubleshoot mobile hydraulic systems utilizing diagnostic practices found in heavy equipment industry. 

  1. Interpret fluid power circuit and schematic diagrams on mobile hydraulic systems. 

  1. Perform maintenance practices on heavy equipment. 

  1. Locate problem points in a mobile fluid power system and recommend solutions. 

  1. Perform proper steps to disassemble and reassemble fluid power components. 

  1. Inspect, evaluate, service and maintain industry related components.   

  1. Test and diagnose electrical components for proper operation.  

  1. Demonstrate proper safety practices used while maintaining and using mobile hydraulic systems.     

 

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include - Aftercoolers Troubleshooting Systems

System Leaks  

Regulators Positive Displacement Pumps

Pressure Relief Valves 

Control Valves Hydraulic

Schematic Symbols

Hydrostatic vs. Hydrodynamic  
GRADING POLICY

  • A…………..92 - 100%   

  • B…………..83 - 91% 

  • C…………..74 - 82% 

  • D…………..65 - 73% 

  • F……………0 - 64%