AIT 115 - Hydraulic Systems

1. Safety procedures and processes
2. Hydraulic power systems and their functional characteristics
3. Hydraulic components including pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, and accumulators
4. Maintenance of hydraulic systems
5. Hydraulic schematic symbols

1. Identify shop hazards and emergency procedures. (1)
2. Utilize safety data sheets for chemicals in the shop environment. (1)
3. Describe the operation, features and functions of hydraulic power systems. (2)
4. Install hydraulic components including pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, and accumulators. (3)
5. Operate hydraulic systems, including the adjustment of hydraulic pressure control valves in a given hydraulic system. (3)
6. Test hydraulic components including pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, and accumulators. (3)
7. Perform maintenance on hydraulic components, including inspection, removal, and replacement. (4)
8. Interpret hydraulic schematics, including identifying schematic symbols, process flow, and operation of the components and systems. (5)