This course has been designed for technical staff involved in the maintenance of fluid power systems both industrial and mobile. This is a pre-requisite to our Stage 2 courses covering mobile and industrial hydraulics.
Course Aims:
On completion of this course candidates will:
Know the fundamental principles that underpin all hydraulic systems
Be able to read and interpret hydraulic circuit diagrams
Know the function of the critical system components
Know the need for contamination management at all times
Know the safe working practices associated with maintenance procedures
Course Outline:
Basic hydraulic principles - fundamentals of pressure and flow
Hydraulic symbols and notation
Pressure, flow and direction control valves - function and operation
Hydraulic pumps - types and operation
Hydraulic oils and contamination control
Introduction to accumulators
Introduction to proportional control
Basic electrical theory
Practical exercises - circuit construction using cylinders and motors.
Health & Safety
Leading to:
Certificate of attendance.
Stage 2 Industrial or Mobile Hydraulics.
Notes:
All delegates will receive a comprehensive set of support notes, lunch and refreshments.