MECE 3320U – Fluid Power Systems

The course reviews relevant fluid mechanics principles and proceeds with treatments of individual components. Components analyzed include: pumps, actuators, lines, valves and other related components. Discussions of individual components include: principles of operation, mathematical models, and design considerations. Analysis and design of fluid power systems used in industrial and processing equipment. Selected topics to include: positive displacement components, control devices, actuators, fluid transmission and system dynamics.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 2 (biweekly)
Prerequisite(s): MECE 2860U and MECE 3350U