ESTM 225 - Hydraulics and Pneumatics

1. Identify the differences between hydraulic and pneumatic systems and equipment.
2. Identify and protect themselves from the safety hazards related to hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
3. Evaluate the various types of pneumatic compressors and hydraulic pumps.
4. Compare and contrast fluid flow with fluid pressure.
5. Describe ways to keep moisture and contaminants out of pneumatic systems.
6. Draw the basic hydraulic and pneumatic circuit symbols and describe the component’s function.
7. Calculate the force and velocity of a hydraulic cylinder.
8. Describe the function of AND, OR, NOT pneumatic logic elements.
9. Design basic hydraulic and pneumatic systems using blueprint symbols then assemble and operate the systems.
10. Compare and contrast Positive displacement pumps with dynamic pumps.
11. Calculate and differentiate between static head and dynamic head.
12. Use pump curves and system curves to determine pressures and flowrates for a dynamic system.
13. Replace mechanical seals on centrifugal pumps.

1. Hydraulic Principles
2. Practical Hydraulics
3. Hydraulic Maintenance
4. Pneumatic History
5. Pneumatic Principles
6. Practical Pneumatics
7. Pneumatic Maintenance
8. Pump Principles
9. Pump Maintenance

• Winter