COURSE OUTLINE

2014/2015
COURSE NAME: Industrial Hydraulics and Pneumatics
COURSE CODE: MCEN1112
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course provides a thorough introduction to the principles and applications of power transmission using pressurized fluid.
Topics include fluid power concepts and design calculations, component function and selection, and circuit design and operation.
Lecture material will be supplemented with laboratory work on circuit design and component disassembly. The course emphasis
will be on hydraulic systems with an introduction to pneumatic systems.
Course Credits: 3
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
LEARNING OUTCOMES
OUTCOME Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to
1 Select hydraulic fluids, filters, and conduits.
The following concepts, skills, and issues are used to support this Outcome:
Identify fluid power equipment.
Identify basic components of hydraulic circuits.
Relate pressure, force, and area with regard to hydraulics.
State the purpose and function of hydraulic fluid.
Specify filters.
Specify conduits.
2 Differentiate, assess and choose hydraulic pumps and actuators.
The following concepts, skills, and issues are used to support this Outcome:
Specify hydraulic pumps for given applications.
Compare cylinder and motor application.
3 Select various ancillary hydraulic components and devices.
The following concepts, skills, and issues are used to support this Outcome:
State the function of seals.
State the function of accumulators.
Discuss the application of pressure intensification devices.
Discuss the design and construction of reservoirs.
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4 Select hydraulic control valves to achieve desired circuit function.
The following concepts, skills, and issues are used to support this Outcome:
Identify and select different types of pressure, direction, and flow control valves.
5 Analyze and design hydraulic circuit diagrams.
The following concepts, skills, and issues are used to support this Outcome:
Interpret hydraulic circuit diagrams.
6 Identify pneumatic components and analyze pneumatic circuit diagrams.
The following concepts, skills, and issues are used to support this Outcome:
Discuss the challenges in predicting pneumatic operations.
Discuss the benefits of pneumatically operated components and systems.
Specify common components utilized in a pneumatic system.
State the application of types of pressure regulators and control valves.
STUDENT EVALUATION
OUTCOME ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION MARK DISTRIBUTION
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and
6
In class activities and assessments 30%
1, 2 and 3 In class theory assessment #1 25%
4, 5 and 6 In class theory assessment #2 25%
2, 4, 5 and 6 Laboratory assignments 20%
TOTAL 100%
COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS
Standard D or no less than 50%.
REQUIRED LEARNING RESOURCES
Johnson James L. (2002). Introduction to Fluid Power. (Latest). Delmar Cengage Learning. ISBN: 978-0-7668-2365-5.
STUDENT EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
CSA approved eye protection (glasses).
CSA approved protective footwear (with steel-toe cap).
Laboratory coat.
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DELIVERY METHOD
This course will be taught using a variety of delivery methods which may include face-to-face, online, or blended teaching
platforms. Activities such as collaborative exercises/assignments, seminars, labs, discussion, audio/visual presentations, case
studies, and work integrated learning may be used to support learning.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY
Enrolment at NAIT assumes that the student will become a responsible citizen of the Institute. As such, each student will display
a positive work ethic, assist in the preservation of Institute property, and assume responsibility for his/her education by
researching academic requirements and policies; demonstrating courtesy and respect toward others; and respecting expectations
concerning attendance, assignments, deadlines, and appointments.
EQUITY STATEMENT
NAIT is committed to providing an environment of equality and respect for all people within the learning community, and to
educating faculty, staff, and students in developing inclusive teaching and learning contexts that are welcoming to all.
Leadership Review Date: January 28, 2014
Curriculum Committee Review Date: March 05, 2013
Changes to This Course Outline: Every effort has been made to ensure that information in this course outline is accurate at the time of publication. The Institute
reserves the right to change courses if it becomes necessary so that course content remains relevant. In such cases, the instructor will give the students clear and
timely notice of the changes.
All Rights Reserved: No part of this course outline may be reproduced in any form or resold without written permission from NAIT. Copyright 2014.
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