Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
The Fluid Power Engineering Technician A.A.S. degree program prepares individuals to perform high level research and design work. Emphasis is placed on system design, test and evaluation, problem-solving, business communications, system integration, computer-aided circuit construction and programmable logic controls. Technicians design, modify and specify motion controls for today`s high speed production equipment. The program will focus on improving system efficiency through the integration of technology (hydraulics, pneumatics, PLC`s, industrial controls and computers). Individuals with a high mechanical aptitude that enjoy working with their hands as well as their minds should consider this program. This individual must be a people orientated person.
Award Outcomes
Demonstrate teamwork
Adhere to Occupational Safety & Health Administration (O.S.H.A.) safety guidelines and practices
Identify components that are utilized in the fluid power industry
Apply engineering concepts as they relate to fluid power applications
Employ fluid power best-practices methods when troubleshooting and repairing fluid power systems
Apply National Electrical Manufacturers Association (N.E.M.A.) and International Electrotechnical Commission (I.E.C.) electrical standards and practices as they relate to electrical concepts and equipment
Design fluid power systems in accordance with National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards and practices
Utilize calculations as they relate to the design of efficient fluid power applications
Examine engineering design practices as they relate to the transmission of power
Develop programmable logic controller (PLC) programs using Boolean algebra methods and computer software applications
Integrate electrical, programmable logic controller (PLC) and electronic hardware with motion control components
Instrument fluid power systems
Utilize data acquisition methods when analyzing fluid power application efficiency
Incorporate human machine interface (HMI) technologies with fluid power applications
Produce engineering drawings and schematics using American National Standards Institute (ANSI), International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and industry symbols and standards
Use applied physics to investigate power transmission methods
Career Opportunities
The fluid power industry is one of the fastest growing technologies today. Technicians will find employment with industries in automation, material handling and processing, heavy equipment, plant automation and fluid power distribution. These opportunities will exist in large and small companies in local as well as international markets. Jobs will include supervision, engineering, inside and outside sales consultant and product development.
Semester Sequence - Brooklyn Park - Spring Start
First Semester
Summer Semester
| PHIL1100 | Critical Thinking for College Success | 3 |
| or | |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 2 | 3 |
| | |
| PHYS1005 | Introductory Physics I | 3 |
| or | |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 3, 4, or 5 | 3 |
Second Semester
Third Semester
| FLPW1236 | Industrial Electricity II | 3 |
| FLPW2020 | Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers | 3 |
| FLPW2112 | Instrumentation of Fluid Power Systems | 3 |
| FLPW2301 | Mobile Circuit Design | 3 |
Fourth Semester
Fifth Semester
| FLPW1150 | Pneumatic Components | 4 |
| or | |
| FLPW1181 | Pumps and Actuators | 4 |
| | |
| FLPW2250 | Proportional and Servo Controls (Robotics Application) | 3 |
| | |
| General Education Electives | 3 |
MnTC Goal Area Courses
A complete list of MnTC courses and Goal Areas that can be used to meet General Education requirements can be found at https://hennepintech.edu/future-students/transfer/mn-transfer-curriculum.html. The same course cannot satisfy more than one MnTC Goal Area requirement.
Graduation (72 Credits)
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.
6/18/2025 : BP 4704 / EP 4705
Semester Sequence - Eden Prairie - Fall Start
Completion of this award may require taking courses at both campuses. For more information, please contact your faculty program advisor.
Summer Semester
| PHIL1100 | Critical Thinking for College Success | 3 |
| or | |
| Choose three credits from MnTC Goal Area 2 | 3 |
| | |
| PHYS1005 | Introductory Physics I | 3 |
| or | |
| Choose three credits from MnTC Goal Areas 3, 4, or 5 | 3 |
Third Semester
| FLPW1340 | Pneumatic Circuits and Air Logic | 4 |
| FLPW2180 | Circuit Design | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| FLPW2191 | Industrial Circuit Design | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| METS1200 | Industry Practices and Procedures | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| METS2000 | Engineering Design Principles | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
Fourth Semester
| FLPW2020 | Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| FLPW2112 | Instrumentation of Fluid Power Systems | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| FLPW2250 | Proportional and Servo Controls (Robotics Application) | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| FLPW2301 | Mobile Circuit Design | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| | |
| ENGL1070 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| or | |
| ENGL1100 | Writing and Research | 4 |
| | |
| General Education Electives | 3 |
Graduation (72 Credits)
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.
6/18/2025 : BP 4704 / EP 4705
Semester Sequence - Eden Prairie - Spring Start
Completion of this award may require taking courses at both campuses. For more information, please contact your faculty program advisor.
Summer Semester
| PHIL1100 | Critical Thinking for College Success | 3 |
| or | |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 2 | 3 |
| | |
| PHYS1005 | Introductory Physics I | 3 |
| or | |
| Choose 3 credits from MnTC Goal Area 3, 4, or 5 | 3 |
Third Semester
| FLPW2020 | Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| FLPW2112 | Instrumentation of Fluid Power Systems | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| FLPW2250 | Proportional and Servo Controls (Robotics Application) | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| FLPW2301 | Mobile Circuit Design | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| | |
| General Education Electives | 3 |
Fourth Semester
| FLPW1340 | Pneumatic Circuits and Air Logic | 4 |
| FLPW2180 | Circuit Design | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| FLPW2191 | Industrial Circuit Design | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| METS1200 | Industry Practices and Procedures | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
| METS2000 | Engineering Design Principles | 3 |
| BPC Only | |
MnTC Goal Area Courses
A complete list of MnTC courses and Goal Areas that can be used to meet General Education requirements can be found at https://hennepintech.edu/future-students/transfer/mn-transfer-curriculum.html. The same course cannot satisfy more than one MnTC Goal Area requirement.
Graduation (72 Credits)
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.
6/18/2025 : BP 4704 / EP 4705