EGT 117 - Fluid Power Fundamentals

Credit(s) 2.00
Lecture Hours: 1.00
Lab Hours: 2.00
This course presents the basic laws of fluid power systems and properties of fluids to explain the behavior of fluid power devices in fundamental applications. Fluid power components such as cylinders, motors, compressors, pumps, flow control valves, and accumulators are studied as well as assembled in labs. Fluid power symbols are taught utilizing air and hydraulic diagrams. Pressure intensifiers, air-over-oil systems, rotary actuators, and flow dividers are presented in their applications.

Prerequisite(s):

MFG 106

and

IND 134

A minimum math placement score based on college assessment within the last two years or with instructor permission.
SLOs:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Demonstrate the general principles and laws of fluid power systems, the basic properties of hydraulic oils, and practical applications of vacuum.
Estimate cylinder speed and force from flow and pressure data.
Explain how common valve types work.
Demonstrate the operation of the most commonly used hydraulic pump designs.
Explain the purpose of major components of fluid power systems.
Construct flow and pressure controls to control the speed and force of cylinders or fluid power motors.