| Course Content |
The Hydraulics and Pneumatics course covers the fundamental principles of hydraulic systems (flow, pressure, Pascal’s Law, Bernoulli’s principle, cavitation, hydrostatic pressure), force and motion generation with incompressible fluids, components (pumps, valves, hoses), and applications (jacks, cranes, brakes). It addresses advantages (quiet operation, high pressure) and disadvantages (temperature sensitivity, leaks). Pneumatic systems focus on compressed air operation, directional control valves (3/2, 4/2, 5/2), and AND/OR valves. Hydraulic (high force, slow) and pneumatic (fast, low force) systems are compared in terms of maintenance, distance, and environmental factors. The course includes force, pressure, flow calculations, and practical problem-solving with pneumatic circuit design. |