Maricopa Community Colleges  GTC181AB   20056-20086 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 07/22/08
GTC181AB 20056-20086 L+L 1 Credit(s) 2 Period(s)
Introduction to Fluid Power II
Fundamental laws and principles of fluids. Applications of fluid devices including values, cylinders, pumps, sizes of lines, and simple hookups. Topics in hydraulics, vacuum, and pneumatics.
Prerequisites: ELE101 or equivalent.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
GTC181AB   20056-20086 Introduction to Fluid Power II
1. Describe safety habits, and identify shop hazards and unsafe practices. (I)
2. Identify and explain the use and application of pumps and air compressors in fluid power systems. (II)
3. Show applications of proper maintenance and how it affects system efficiency. (II)
4. Explain the use and applications of cylinders, motors, values, and actuators in fluid power systems. (III)
5. Contrast open and closed loop systems. (IV)
6. Explain how flow control affects both hydraulic and pneumatic systems. (IV)
7. Demonstrate instrumentation of fluid power systems. (IV)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
GTC181AB   20056-20086 Introduction to Fluid Power II
    I. Safety
        A. Safety practices
        B. Lab orientation
      II. Energy Input Devices
          A. Pumps
          B. Air compressors
          C. Efficiency
          D. Maintenance
        III. Energy Output Devices
            A. Cylinders
            B. Motors
            C. Actuators
          IV. Fluid Power Circuits and Systems
              A. Open and closed loop systems
              B. Flow control systems
              C. Pressure control systems
              D. Vacuum systems
              E. Pneumatic power circuits
              F. Instrumentations
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