DIESL 130: Basic Hydraulics

Subject
Diesel Heavy Equipment Technology
Credits 5
Quarter Offered
Winter,
Spring,
Summer
Instructional Mode
Web-enhanced,
In-person
This course is an introduction to hydraulic/pneumatic theory, component design, and service practices for hydraulic systems. This includes instruction in pumps, motors, valves, safety, seals, cylinders, and filters. Instruction is facilitated by use of simulations. Co-requisite courses 131, 132 and 133 or instructor permission
Outcomes
  • Describe the functions of the components used in mobile hydraulics
  • Identify the different designs of mobile hydraulic component
  • Use hydraulic schematics to identify system components and their locations in the system.
  • Test, inspect, remove, repair and or replace components suspected of improper operation.
Distribution
Career Training