Course description
Introduction to Hydraulic Circuits and Components (By Distance Learning)
Our introductory, distance learning course gives you a good working knowledge of hydraulic circuits and components. We introduce you to their principles of operation, performance characteristics and standard ISO symbol representation.
You'll learn how to draw circuit diagrams and design simple circuits for linear actuators, hydrostatic transmissions and velocity control. When you complete the course, you'll have a detailed understanding of:
- The characteristics of hydraulic fluids
- The need for contamination control
- The functions of auxiliary devices such as accumulators and coolers
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Suitability - Who should attend?
Our course is for professional engineers, graduates, technicians, managers and supervisory staff, particularly anyone new to the field of hydraulic fluid power systems. Choosing the distance learning option gives you the flexibility to complete the course around any work or life commitments. You should have basic mathematical knowledge to take this course.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
When you complete this course, you should be able to:
- Understand how a wide range of hydraulic components and circuits operate, including an understanding of their underlying principles
- Analyse hydraulic circuits from schematic drawings and draw diagrams using standard ISO notation
- Design and analyse simple linear actuator and hydrostatic transmission circuits
- Understand different methods of velocity control, and evaluate circuits for given applications
- Select hydraulic fluids based on their classifications and properties
- Understand the effects of contamination, and achieve, monitor and maintain appropriate system cleanliness levels
- Demonstrate knowledge of the construction, operation principles, and uses of auxiliary equipment, such as filters, oil coolers, and accumulators
Training Course Content
- Fundamental principles
- Hydraulic actuators
- Directional control valves
- Pressure control valves
- Positive displacement pumps
- Linear actuator circuits
- Velocity control circuits
- Modulating valves
- Hydrostatic motors
- Hydrostatic transmissions
- Hydraulic oils and fluids
- Contamination control
- Oil coolers
- Accumulators
- Interactive exercises
- Regulator
Course delivery details
This is a multimedia-based course. You will buy a memory stick from us with lecture presentations, notes and exercises. This includes 16 sections followed by five examples/exercises. We expect that it should take you between 20 to 40 hours to work through the material.
Expenses
Course Price: £ 500 / 250