Advanced Manufacturing
Our 3,000-square-foot training center serves the needs of Wake County business and industry by providing workforce training for technicians in industrial automation, circuit board technology, collaborative robotics, basic machining, and 3D printing. All programs include hands-on lab training supplemented with online instruction through Tooling University.
Advanced Manufacturing programs and courses:
- Industrial Automation: Electrical, PLC, Hydraulics, Pneumatics Controls
- Collaborative Robotics: Robotics Utilization, Operation, Basic Programming
- Introductory Machining and 3D Printing: Introductory Vertical Mill and Horizontal Lathe, 3D Printing, Mechanical Troubleshooting, Mechanical Blueprint Reading
Course Details & Registration Information
Course
Hydraulics Controls
Name
SEF-3001BP1
Available Classes
Not currently offered.
Intended Audience
This course is intended for personnel who wish to be employed in an industry position that utilizes HYDRAULICS controls.
Description
In this course, students will use hydraulic components, symbols, and schematics; construct a hydraulic circuit that incorporates electrical and PLC controls, given a description and a set of schematics; and find and correct circuit faults, using troubleshooting procedures and test equipment. In teams of two, students will construct multiple hydraulic circuits using hydraulic, electrical, and PLC schematics. The teams will troubleshoot common circuit faults using schematics and test equipment. Hands-on training will be supplemented with online assignments.
Course Objectives
- Gain an Understanding of basic Hydraulic Components and their Function
- Have the Ability to understand and interpret Hydraulic symbols, Schematics (Line and PLC Ladder Logic).
- Have the Ability to use Hydraulic Measurement Devices (Pressure, Volume Flow Rate) to perform Fault analysis and Correction
- Have the Ability to apply Electrical/PLC Basic Circuit Concepts (Logic Concepts, Boolean Math, Ladder Logic) to write PLC programs to interface with Electro-Hydraulic devices.
- Have the Ability to interface PLC and computer hookup and monitoring, PLC operation and perform Fault analysis and Correction.
- Have the Ability to use Hydraulic/Electrical Schematics and PLC Code to Select, Mount, Pipe and Wire Components to complete functional circuit.
- Have the Ability to perform and apply Hydraulic Compressor Power requirement calculations.
Outline of Instruction
- Session 1
Objective: Define and understand the following:
Energy (Work, Power, Horse Power, Torque, Heat)
Fluid Flow
Fluid Pressure
Fluids
Review Questions/Quiz - Session 2
Objective: Define and understand the following:
Gear, Vane, Piston Pumps
Fixed vs Variable
Pressure Compensated
Review Questions/Quiz - Session 3
Objective: Define and understand the following:
Cylinders
Motors
Review Questions/Quiz - Session 4
Objective: Define and understand the following:
Direct Acting/Pilot Operated Relief Valve
Pressure Sequence/Pressure Reducing
Unloading
Counter Balance
Brake
Review Questions/Quiz - Session 5
Objective: Define and understand the following:
Direct Acting vs Pilot Operated
Open vs. Closed Center
Open vs. Closed Circuit
Review Questions/Quiz - Session 6
Objective: Define and understand the following:
Throttling vs. Pressure Compensate
Meter In/Meter Out
Review Questions/Quiz - Session 7
Objective: Define and understand the following:
Stack Valves vs Cartridge Valves
Review Questions/Quiz - Session 8
Objective: Define and understand the following:
Filtration
Heat Exchangers
Reservoirs
Review Questions/Quiz - Session 9
Objective: Define and understand the following:
In-Line vs Pilot Operated
Review Questions/Quiz - Session 10
Objective: Define and understand the following:
Accumulators
Pressure Switches
Pressure Gauges
Flow Meters
Manifolds
Review Questions/Quiz - Session 11
Objective: Define and understand the following:
Hose
Pipe
Steel Tubing
Review Questions/Quiz - Session 12
Objective: Define and understand the following:
Symbolism
Reading Schematics
Review Questions/Quiz
Contact Hours
24
CEU's
No
Industry Standard, State, or National Certification
Yes
Certification
Manufacturing Production Technician Certification
Website URL
www.msscusa.org
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
- Safety Procedures.
- Maintenance Awareness.
- Manufacturing Quality.
- Safety Procedures.
CE to CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
Basic math and general computer skills
Text and Supplies Needed
Student guides, HYDRAULICS training panels and associated wiring tools and equipment
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
Standard classroom or conference type room.
Requirements for Successful Completion of this Course
- Attendance 90% or above
- Participation
- Completion of all assigned online modules with a score of 75% minimum for each module.
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
None
Intended Audience
This course is intended for personnel who wish to be employed in an industry position that utilizes HYDRAULICS controls.
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
Automation Controls Technician and Electrical Maintenance Technician
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
This is a skill gap area for the light manufacturing in Wake County that is dependent on Hydraulic skilled technicians to keep automated systems operating.
Industry or Job Titles Related to training Outcomes for Employment
- • Automation Controls Technician and Electrical Maintenance Technician
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