Hydraulics and pneumatics (2 cr)

Objective

Knowledge and understanding of and proficiency in:
- basic theory of fluid dynamics
- pneumatic equipment and operation
- hydraulic equipment and operation
- flow diagrams
- maintenance and work safety of pneumatic and hydraulic applications

Content

- basic theory of fluid power
- hydraulic components: pumps, motors, actuators, valves, piping, tanks, filters, control
- mobile- and factory hydraulic applications in ship; power-packs
- pneumatic components: compressors, motors and actuators, piping, valves, quality, filtration and drying, control
- pneumatic applications in ship
- maintenance of equipment
- work and environment safety

Course material

The following literature is used in the course:
Turner, I. C. 2020. Engineering Applications of Pneumatics and Hydraulics. Routledge.
Kauranne, H, Kajaste, J & Vilenius, M 1996, Hydraulitekniikan perusteet. WSOY, Porvoo.

Study forms and methods

The course will be delivered entirely as in-person teaching at the Kotka campus according to the schedule. Remote participation is not possible. In-person teaching sessions will not generally be recorded, nor will they be replaced by remote lectures when scheduled on-site teaching is provided. Part of the teaching takes place in a simulation environment. Attendance in simulation exercises and industry visits is mandatory for completing the course.

The study schedule follows structured group meetings according to the timetable, combined with independent learning assignments. The course consists of seven lecture sessions, including individual and small group tasks conducted during class.

RDI and work-related cooperation

Guest lectures will be given by representatives from the world of work.
Simulation exercises are performed.

Timing of exams and assignments

At the end of the course, an exam must be taken on campus via the Exam system.

The course entails weekly assignments.

The end date of the course is presented in the course details. By this date, the student must submit all assignments, take the required exams and meet all other conditions set for an approved course completion.

Student workload

The total workload for the course is approximately 54 hours, including around 25 hours of in-person teaching, 3 hours of examinations, and 26 hours of independent study.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

The student’s performance is assessed with reference to the learning objectives and assessment criteria of the course.

Qualifications

- Physics
- Thermodynamics and heat transfer engineering