INDT 104 - Fluid Power I

PROGRAM: Industrial Technology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2020

Introduces the student to fluid power principles and components. Teaches basic circuit design through the use of symbols and schematic diagrams to build a foundation for career work in fluid power technology. This course will use lecture, lab, online simulation and programming to prepare students for C-209 Pneumatic Systems 1 Certification through Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA).

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

Calculate and demonstrate the basic physics of fluid mechanics using Pascal’s Law. [e,f]
Describe function and construction of various fluid power components, including pumps, valves, cylinders, filters, heat exchangers, pressure regulators, and accumulators. [e,f]
Identify fluid power symbols and interpret fluid power schematic diagrams. [e,f]
Demonstrate basic fluid power plumbing. [a,e]
Design elementary fluid power circuits. [a]
Troubleshoot elementary fluid power circuits. [b,e]
Demonstrate knowledge of safety procedures related to fluid power equipment. [c]
Demonstrate ability to read and interpret technical documents. [b,e]
Demonstrate ability to use various types of software applicable to course. [a]
Assess readiness to take the SACA C-209 Pneumatic Systems 1 Certification exam. [h]

Note: Letters following objectives correspond to ATMAE Outcomes

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -

Pumps
Motors
Actuators
Reservoirs
Filters
Pressure control valves
Check valves
Fire resistant fluids
Pascal’s law
Cylinders
Coolers
Hydraulic terminology
Accumulators
Directional control valves
Petroleum fluid
Hydraulic symbols

GRADING POLICY

A	90-100
B	80-89
C	70-79
D	60-69
F	0-59

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INDT 104 - Fluid Power I