Additional information available on the Diesel Technology Department website.
The Hydraulics certificate is designed for students to learn to identify and describe the many different types of diesel-powered vehicles with instruction on the fundamentals of hydraulics and their applications in diagnosis, service, and testing along with safety measures. The certificate emphasizes being able to research information in maintenance manuals and parts manuals along with maintaining a safe (such as properly lifting equipment) and clean heavy duty diesel shop by cleaning equipment properly, handling and disposing of hazardous materials correctly, and applying mandated regulations. There is also an emphasis placed on the proper use and care for hand, electric, air, and hydraulic tools safely. Specifically, the certificate will cover the repair, replacement, measurement, and adjustments of components including pumps, control valves, and cylinders along with basic electrical theory, circuit designs, wiring methods, multimeter usage, and wiring diagrams including the demonstration of test procedures on electrical circuits.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Hydraulics certificate program, students should be able to:
• Diagnose, service, test, and repair hydraulic components: pumps, motors, and actuators
• Test, service, and repair electrical components associated with the electrical side of hydraulic systems. i.e.: Electric over hydraulic systems
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