Year
Year 2
Semester
First Semester
Credit
2
Program Description
Diagnosis and repair of hydraulic pumps, valves, and actuators in heavy machinery.
About this course
Hydraulic System Maintenance covers the diagnosis and repair of hydraulic pumps, valves, and actuators in heavy machinery. You will learn to read complex schematic diagrams, identify system failures, and perform hands-on repairs in the Tamarack Building shops.
Who takes this course
Credits: 1.5 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
- ELTR 1110 Introduction to Circuit Analysis
- ELTR 1520 Schematic Diagram Reading
Learning outcomes
- Read and interpret hydraulic schematic diagrams.
- Diagnose faults in hydraulic pumps, valves, and actuators.
- Perform safe disassembly and reassembly of hydraulic components.
- Test system pressure and flow rates using standard gauges.
- Document maintenance findings and repair procedures.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Practical shop assessment | 50 |
| Mid-term written exam | 25 |
| Final project report | 25 |