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Program of Mechatronics

KKMT215

HYDRAULIC AND PNEUMATIC SYSTEMS

Course Code
KKMT215
Semester
Third Term (Fall)
Theory+Practice
2 + 1
ECTS
4
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelAssociate Degree
Year of Study2
SemesterThird Term (Fall)
ECTS4
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Knows the definition and usage areas of hydraulic and pneumatic systems and comprehends their advantages and disadvantages.
  2. Understands the basic principles and calculations related to hydraulics and pneumatics.
  3. Knows symbol reading technique, correct reading of symbols and circuit drawing rules.
  4. Recognizes circuit elements used in hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  5. Knows hydraulic and pneumatic circuit design, reading and application.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionThe aim of the course is to familiarize the students with Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems and to provide theoretical and practical information about the design, design and use of the system.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Definition, usage areas, advantages and disadvantages of hydraulic, pneumatic and system terms.
2nd Week Basic concepts and calculations used in hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
3rd Week Basic principles of hydraulics and pneumatics (Hydrostatic and hydrodynamic principles), Flow types.
4th Week Symbol reading technique, correct reading of symbols and circuit drawing rules.
5th Week Numbering rules in hydraulic and pneumatic systems, motion expression, signal conflict and elimination.
6th Week Hydraulic and pneumatic cylinder types, working principles, pneumatic conditioners
7th Week Hydraulic pipes, hoses, fittings, connections to be considered.
8th Week Midterm
9th Week Representation and types of valves, hydraulic motors, hydraulic accumulators.
10th Week Sealing elements, preparation of compressed air, compressors.
11th Week Demonstration of hydraulic and pneumatic circuit elements and applications with examples.
12th Week Pneumatic circuit application in laboratory
13th Week Pneumatic circuit application in laboratory (Signal conflict and elimination example)
14th Week Maintenance and Repair of Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
Recommended or Required ReadingLecture Notes

***If you need academic adaptation due to your disability, please contact the course instructor.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Questions/Answers
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 30
Assignment 1 10
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 7 1 7
Preparation for Final exam 14 2 28
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 7 2 14
Laboratory (including preparation) 14 2 28
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework
Total Work Load121
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4.03
ECTS Credit of the Course4
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

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