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Hydraulic Systems Used in Heavy Duty Equipment

Hydraulic Fundamentals (Diesel and Automotive)

Course #: 00J1
Duration: 15 hours
Course Prerequisites: In-Frame Overhaul, Part 2 (Diesel) (0A25);
What Students Learn: Hydraulics Defined; History of Hydraulics; Explanation of Hydraulic Circuits; Uses for Hydraulic Circuits; Hydraulic Fundamentals: Force, Area, Pressure, Distance, Efficiency.

Hydraulic System Components (Diesel and Automotive)

Course #: 00J2
Duration: 15 hours
Course Prerequisites: Hydraulic Fundamentals (Diesel and Automotive) (00J1);
What Students Learn: Hydraulic Oils; Reservoir; Hoses, Piping, and Tubing; Pumps: Gear Pumps, Vane Pumps, Piston Pumps; Valves; Relief or Pressure Control Valves; Check Valves; Control Valves; Cylinders; Hydraulic Oil Filters; Hydraulic Oil Coolers; Hydraulic Symbols.

Hydraulic System Maintenance (Diesel and Automotive)

Course #: 00J3
Duration: 15 hours
Course Prerequisites: Hydraulic System Components (Diesel and Automotive) (00J2);
What Students Learn: Importance of Cleanliness; Changing Oil in Hydraulic Systems; Servicing Filters and Strainers; Troubleshooting; Adjustments; Repair; Reservoirs; Gear-Type Pumps; Vane-Type Pumps; Control Valves; Cylinders; Hoses and Tubing.

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