TEC 248 - Fluid Power

Credit Hours: 2
This course covers the fundamentals of fluid power: hydraulics and pneumatics. The pneumatics portion of the course covers the use of compressed air for pneumatic control and signaling, including compressors, storage, and dryers as well as the design, construction, and operation of actuators, valves, and ancillary equipment. The hydraulics portion of the course introduces students to the construction and operation of hydraulic equipment, including valves controlling pressure, flow rate, sequence, and direction of flow. Safe operation and maintenance are also covered. Upon successful completion of this course, students will receive the following certifications through the National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) - Festo Industry 4.0 Certification Program: Fundamentals of Fluid Power-Hydraulics Certification and Fundamentals of Fluid Power- Pneumatics Certification.

Course Fee
Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 2

Semesters Offered: Spring