DIET 2001 Heavy Equipment Hydraulics (2-10-6)
This course introduces the student to basic hydraulic fundamentals, components, system servicing, symbols and schematics. The student will learn component operation and service techniques for maintaining a hydraulic system. The student will also learn to identify the ISO symbols used on hydraulic schematics and to trace the hydraulic schematics. Topics include general system operation, basic hydraulic principles, hydraulic system components, hydraulic control valves, load sensing pressure control systems, pilot operated hydraulic system operation, and hydraulic actuators. Students must pay a $25 lab fee when registering for this course.