FLPW1320 Hydraulic Circuits

This course is an introduction to industrial and mobile hydraulic circuits. Student will construct operational tests from given schematics.  The construction and operation of circuits will provide a hands-on experience in troubleshooting, and analyzing of electro-hydraulic machines and construction equipment.  Routine preventative maintenance will also be discussed. 

Credits

2

Prerequisite

FLPW1101

Course Requirements and Evaluation

Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.

Learning Outcomes

The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Identify hydraulic symbols
Construct industrial hydraulic circuits
Setup and test various industrial hydraulic circuits
Troubleshoot various industrial hydraulic circuits
Construct mobile hydraulic circuits
Setup and test various mobile hydraulic circuits
Troubleshoot various mobile hydraulic circuits
Demonstrate shop safety practices

Text and References

A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the campus store and in eServices.

Course Scheduling

The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty-two hours for each lab credit and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE). Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals. Refer to the Credit Details section of this course outline for the credit breakdown.

Accommodations Statement

Disability Services assists students with disabilities who need accommodations to access programs, services and college activities.  If this applies to you, please contact the DS Office on your campus to initiate the accommodations process. 
Brooklyn Park Campus - 763-488-2477
Eden Prairie Campus – 952-995-1544

Campus

Brooklyn Park Campus and Eden Prairie Campus:  952-995-1300

Credit Details

lecture:

1

lab:

1