Title: Course Objectives
Course: Canvas Practice Course > Section: Start Here

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

- Discuss fluid characteristics and how fluids exert pressure to support loads and flow to move loads
- Define and understand concepts of hydraulic circuits, pumps, actuators, valves, and fluid
- Identify potential safety hazards
- Perform advanced hydraulic systems operation and maintenance
- Define and discuss shutoff valves, valve design and selection, installation and maintenance
- Maintain and troubleshoot hydraulic pumps
- Identify the theoretical principles of interpreting pump performance curves and Affinity Laws
- Match specifications of a system to its application
- Adjust and test various hydraulic systems and components
- Demonstrate the computer skills needed in professional interaction