West Virginia Northern Community College

The course provides the basic theory of fluid power systems including Pascal's Law. Students will study the various components of fluid power systems including pumps, values, cylinders, filters, heat exchangers, pressure regulators and accumulators. Hydraulic terminology and the use of hydraulic symbols on schematics are an area of focus. Students will design and troubleshoot elementary fluid power circuits. Students will also study pneumatic systems and system components. Both hydraulic and pneumatic system are covered in the maintenance sections. The class is from August 25 - December 10, Tuesdays & Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. - 1:40 p.m. Cost $875.00