Information Package

Master's of Mechanical Engineering with Thesis

MAK529

FLUID POWER SYSTEMS AND CONTROL

Course Code
MAK529
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
10
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelMaster's Degree With Thesis
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS10
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
  2. Ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
  3. Ability to design a system, component and ,process to meet desired needs within realistic
  4. Ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
  5. Ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
  6. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context
  7. Ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionIntroduction to the fluid power systems, Properties of pneumatic and hydraulic systems, Hydrostatic transport, Elements of pneumatics circuit, Hydraulics circuit, Servo controls by Fluid power, Applications of Steering, break and automatic transfer systems of automobiles, hydraulic break, torque converters
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to the fluid power systems
2nd Week Properties of pneumatics and hydraulics systems
3rd Week Properties of pneumatics and hydraulics systems
4th Week Hydraulic pumps and motors
5th Week Hydraulic pumps and motors
6th Week Hydraulic transports
7th Week Elements of pneumatic circuits
8th Week Design of hydraulic circuit
9th Week Servo control by fluid power
10th Week Servo control by fluid power
11th Week Applications of steering, beak and automautic transfer systems of vehicles
12th Week Applications of steering, beak and automautic transfer systems of vehicles.
13th Week Hydraulic break and torque converters
14th Week Hydraulic break and torque converters
Recommended or Required ReadingESPOSITO, A., "Fuid Power System and Control", Prentice Hall, 1998
MOBLEY, R. Keith, "Fluid Power Dynamics", Butterworth-Heinemann, 2000
AKERS, A., GASSMAN, M., SMITH, R., "Hydraulic Power System Analysis", CRC Press, 2006
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Presentation
  • Experiment
  • Practice
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 35
Assignment 5 15
Total(%) 50
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 50
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 50
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 3 3
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 5 70
Preparation for Final exam 1 60 60
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 30 30
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 3 3
Homework 5 20 100
Total Work Load308
Total Work Load / 30 (h)10.26
ECTS Credit of the Course10
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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