Course Details

BASIC HYDRAULICS (INED 113 OA )
Instructor(s): Blazzard, Justin

Fall 2022
Department: INED
Credits: 2.00
Status: Open (8 out of 24 seats)
Meeting Type: Lecture

Course Schedules:

Day & Time Date(s) Location MW 1:00PM-2:20PM  9/26/2022-12/9/2022  CTE Center 101

Course Description:
Use of various forms of fluids to produce power and to do mechanical work. Basics of hydropower systems such as design types, systems, and suitability. Students will do a site investigation, measure head pressure, flow rate, calculate the power contained in moving water, and investigate the fundamental principles of operations of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Includes schematics, troubleshooting, maintenance, and components of systems such as pumps, valves, cylinders, and motors. Emphasis will be on operation of fluid power systems for energy savings and pollution controls.