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Common Course Outline

Course discipline/number/title FST 1560: Basic Pneumatics/Hydraulics

Catalog Description

Credits 2
Hours/Week 3 (1 lecture, 2 lab)
Prerequisites (Course discipline/number) None
Other requirements None
MnTC Goals (if any) NA

Course Description

This course prepares students in the field of fluid power. It consists of hydraulic principles including system components, diagrams, drawings, trouble shooting, and system maintenance. The basic relationships of force, work, energy and the different types of compressors will also be addressed.

Date Last Revised (Month, year)

December, 2021

Outline of Major Content Areas

  1. Principals of pneumatics/hydraulics
  2. Basic system parts identification
  3. System drawings
  4. System requirements and maintenance
  5. System trouble shooting

Learning Outcomes (General)

The student will be able to:

  1. Identify and name the major components of pneumatic/hydraulic systems.
  2. Describe basic system symbols and drawings.
  3. Describe system parts and properties.
  4. Identify and describe pump classifications.
  5. Describe trouble shooting and maintenance issues and procedures.

Learning Outcomes (MnTC)

NA

Methods for Evaluation of Student Learning

Methods may include but are not limited to:

RCTC Core Outcome(s)

This course contributes to meeting the following RCTC Core Outcome(s):

Communication
Students will communicate appropriately for their respective audiences.
Critical Thinking
Students will think systematically and explore information thoroughly before accepting or formulating a position or conclusion.

Special Information (if any)

None