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Description

This course will introduce the student to components used in fluid power (hydraulic) systems. Their operation and design will be considered, as well as basic selection and specification criteria. Standard symbols used in hydraulic schematics will be introduced. Topics include

  • Basic Concepts
  • Fluids
  • Restrictions: orifices, hoses, pipes
  • Pumps
  • Actuators (cylinders, motors, etc.)
  • Accumulators
  • Pressure, flow, and direction control valves

This course will be presented as a series of pre-recorded video lectures, practice exercises, and a quiz to test compentance at the end of each module. Modules can be completed at the student’s own pace (must be completed within 12 months of registration). Interaction with the instructor will be facilitated via a course forum or via one-on-one web meetings. There is no requirement to visit campus for any part of this course.

Course lectures and videos are approximately 12 hours, and coursework and assignments are also approximately 12 hours.

Learner Outcomes

By the end of this class, students should be able to select from a catalog each of the following components:

  1. Hydraulic fluid
  2. Hydraulic pump or motor
  3. Hydraulic cylinder
  4. Flow or pressure control valve
  5. Reservoir
  6. Filter
  7. Hoses and tubes

This selection will include evaluating the components against their requirements, where analysis may be required to put requirement information in a form that can be compared to catalog information. In order to perform these selections, the student will be able to read hydraulic schematic symbols and also write these symbols to communicate their choice.

Notes

Instructor: Prof. Travis Wiens

Prof. Travis Wiens has been working in the fluid power field for two decades. His M.Sc. was completed in the design of hydraulic valves and his Ph.D. is in the field of non-linear control systems. Prior to returning to the university, he worked as a consultant to manufacturers of construction and mining equipment, mainly in the field of hydraulic system design and controls. He maintains his Permission to Consult from APEGS and consults on specialized topics. His main research area is the design of energy-efficient and cost-effective hydraulic systems.

Prerequisites

This course is intended for professional development of working engineers. It is expected that the student would have an undergraduate understanding of fluid dynamics and mechanics, strength of materials, dynamic systems, and control systems

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Section Title
Introduction to Fluid Power Components
Section Schedule
Date and Time TBA
Location
  • Online, Self-Paced
Delivery Options
Online Platform - Canvas  
Course Fee(s)
Register non-credit $499.00
Drop Request Deadline
2 days after enrollment
Transfer Request Deadline
No transfer request allowed after enrollment
Section Notes

For access today, after registration is completed, please log in to the Canvas Platform to access the course. The complete course syllabus will be available upon access on the Canvas.

  • Please use your USask NSID (the first six characters from your @usask.ca email address found on your student profile; e.g. abc123@usask.ca) and your password to log in to your Canvas account.

The course must be completed within 12 months of the date of registration.

No textbook is required for this course.

Withdrawal/Cancellation of your course registration is available for only 48 hours after registration less a $35.00 plus tax administration fee.

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