3.00 Credits
3 sem hr cr (2 hours lecture-2 hours lab)This course is a study of the basic pneumatic, electro pneumatic and hydraulic control circuits in a mechatronics system. Topics covered will include the functions and properties of control elements; measuring pneumatic and hydraulic control circuits; troubleshooting techniques and strategies to identify, localize and correct malfunctions; and systematic preventive maintenance and safety of (electro) pneumatic and hydraulic components. Technical documentation such as data sheets, circuit diagrams, displacement step diagrams and function charts will also be covered.(Formerly MECH 1300)