10412312Mobile Hydraulics
Course Information
Description
Prepares the learner with the knowledge and skills needed to adjust, diagnose, service, and repair mobile hydraulic systems found on trucks and construction equipment.
Total Credits
2
Course Competencies
  1. Explain basic hydraulic system principles
    Assessment Strategies
    through a written objective examination
    without reference unless the exam is used to evaluate the use of certain components as they relate to system operation
    through the completion of a worksheet
    Criteria
    learner calculates hydraulic system pressures, flow and working force
    learner explains basic hydraulic system principles

  2. Identify the different types of hydraulic systems and the components and parts used in them
    Assessment Strategies
    through the identification of different types of hydraulic systems on diagrams, schematics and mobile equipment
    through the identification of components and parts on demonstration boards and mobile equipment
    through the completion of a work sheet
    with the appropriate reference schematics, diagrams and manuals
    Criteria
    learner identifies types of hydraulic systems used on mobile equipment with no errors after 3 tries
    learner identifies hydraulic system components and parts with no errors after 3 tries
    learner completes worksheet #1 with no errors

  3. Describe the function and operation of hydraulic system components
    Assessment Strategies
    through a written objective examination
    without references unless the exam is to evaluate the use of certain components as they relate to system operation
    through the completion of a work sheet
    Criteria
    learner describes the function and operation of mobile hydraulic system components

  4. Interpret hydraulic symbols, schematics, and diagrams
    Assessment Strategies
    with appropriate reference materials and manuals
    through the completion of a worksheet
    Criteria
    learner interprets hydraulic system symbols, schematics, and diagrams
    learner traces fluid flow through hydraulic system on a schematic or diagram

  5. Demonstrate safe work habits when working on hydraulic systems
    Assessment Strategies
    in a simulated work environment
    given personal and environmental safety equipment
    given the appropriate references
    through a written objective test
    Criteria
    learner describes the importance of safety when working on mobile hydraulic systems
    learner follows all personal and environmental safety practices

  6. Perform hydraulic system performance test and maintenance
    Assessment Strategies
    given personal and environmental safety equipment
    in a simulated work environment
    given a piece of equipment or its components
    given the proper tools and equipment
    given the appropriate references
    given the appropriate repair orders and forms
    Criteria
    learner selects the appropriate tools and equipment
    learner meets rating scale #3 in the diesel competency profile book
    learner follows all personal and environmental safety practices
    learner meets industry standards for mobile hydraulic system service and repair

  7. Inspect, remove, repair, and replace hoses, lines, fittings, and couplings
    Assessment Strategies
    given personal and environmental safety equipment
    in a simulated work environment
    given a piece of equipment or its components
    given the proper tools and equipment
    given the appropriate references
    given the appropriate repair orders and forms
    Criteria
    learner selects the appropriate tools and equipment
    learner meets rating scale #3 in the diesel competency profile book
    learner follows all personal and environmental safety practices
    learner meets industry standards for mobile hydraulic system service and repair

  8. Test, remove, repair, and replace hydraulic motor and pump
    Assessment Strategies
    given personal and environmental safety equipment
    in a simulated work environment
    given a piece of equipment or its components
    given the proper tools and equipment
    given the appropriate references
    given the appropriate repair orders and forms
    Criteria
    learner selects the appropriate tools and equipment
    learner meets rating scale #3 in the diesel competency profile book
    learner follows all personal and environmental safety practices
    learner meets industry standards for mobile hydraulic system service and repair

  9. Test, remove, repair, and replace hydraulic cylinder
    Assessment Strategies
    given personal and environmental safety equipment
    in a simulated work environment
    given a piece of equipment or its components
    given the proper tools and equipment
    given the appropriate references
    given the appropriate repair orders and forms
    Criteria
    learner selects the appropriate tools and equipment
    learner meets rating scale #3 in the diesel competency profile book
    learner follows all personal and environmental safety practices
    learner meets industry standards for mobile hydraulic system service and repair

  10. Test, remove, repair, and replace hydraulic spool control valve
    Assessment Strategies
    given personal and environmental safety equipment
    in a simulated work environment
    given a piece of equipment or its components
    given the proper tools and equipment
    given the appropriate references
    given the appropriate repair orders and forms
    Criteria
    learner selects the appropriate tools and equipment
    learner meets rating scale #3 in competency profile book
    learner follows all personal and environmental safety practices
    learner meets industry standards for mobile hydraulic system service and repair

  11. Test, remove, repair, replace, and adjust hydraulic system pressure relief valve
    Assessment Strategies
    given personal and environmental safety equipment
    in a simulated work environment
    given a piece of equipment or its components
    given the proper tools and equipment
    given the appropriate references
    given the appropriate forms and repair orders
    Criteria
    learner selects the appropriate tools and equipment
    learner meets rating scale #3 in the diesel competency profile book
    learner follows all personal and environmental safety practices
    learner meets industry standards for mobile hydraulic system service and repair