Design and analysis of hydraulic and pneumatic systems for industrial machinery.
Course overview
This course covers the principles and applications of fluid power systems, focusing on both hydraulic and pneumatic technologies used in industrial machinery. You will learn to design, analyse, and troubleshoot fluid power circuits, with an emphasis on efficiency, safety, and practical implementation.
Building on your knowledge of fluid mechanics, you will explore the selection of components such as pumps, motors, valves, and cylinders, and learn how to integrate them into complex systems. The course includes laboratory sessions where you will build and test circuits, gaining hands-on experience with real-world equipment.
Who takes this course
MECH 3360 is an elective course open to students in the following programs:
If you are enrolled in a program that does not list this course as an elective, please contact the Registrar's Office to discuss enrolment options.
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
- Analyse the properties of hydraulic and pneumatic fluids under varying pressure and temperature conditions.
- Design hydraulic and pneumatic circuits for specific industrial applications.
- Select appropriate pumps, valves, actuators, and control components for system efficiency.
- Calculate power requirements and system efficiency for fluid power systems.
- Diagnose common faults in fluid power systems using schematic diagrams.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Mid-term examination | 25 |
| Lab reports | 25 |
| Design project | 30 |
| Final examination | 20 |