50-423-717Hydraulics for MMMP Trades (C-8)
Course Information
Description
This course provides instruction to apprentices concerning many aspects of inspecting, servicing, and troubleshooting hydraulic systems and components. Apprentices will learn safety related issues and be taught proper safety procedures for working with hydraulic systems and components.  It was formerly the C-8 module for the MMMP apprenticeship program.
Total Credits
0.75
Course Competencies
  1. Define the principles of hydraulics
    Assessment Strategies
    on actual or simulated hydraulic systems
    showing where and how principles are being applied
    Criteria
    apprentice shows where formulas would apply in given real system problems
    apprentice uses the correct hydraulic terms
    apprentice can cite a principle for a given situation in a hydraulic system
    apprentice relates a principle to where it is working in a system

  2. Interpret hydraulic schematic diagrams
    Assessment Strategies
    using references used in the field
    on a sketch (using a symbol template) with circuit parameters provided by the instructor
    Criteria
    apprentice correctly recognizes fluid power symbols
    apprentice recognizes the difference between hydraulic and pneumatic symbols
    apprentice interpretation includes identification of the component function
    apprentice interpretation includes describing the component function

  3. Analyze the function of hydraulic system components
    Assessment Strategies
    using references used in the field
    examining a variety of components provided by the instructor
    Criteria
    apprentice differentiates between different components
    apprentice explains the function of common hydraulic components
    apprentice identifies typical applications of common hydraulic components

  4. Apply troubleshooting principles to hydraulic systems
    Assessment Strategies
    using references used in the field
    documenting specific faults and their fixes for a hydraulic component in your system layout
    using an instructor developed, written description of a breakdown of a specific hydraulic component
    Criteria
    apprentice can locate, or describe exactly how to locate, manufacturers troubleshooting references for hydraulic components
    apprentice gives a clear explanation of what a selected hydraulic component does and how it operates
    apprentice identifies exactly what is, or what would happen for a specific component malfunction
    apprentice lists possible causes for a fault and isolates or shows how they would isolate a fault of a component
    apprentice explains the methods and where to measure pressure in a hydraulic system
    apprentice explains the methods and where to measure flow rates
    apprentice diagnoses seal, packing and gasket leakage problems
    apprentice matches problems with remedies for inoperative systems
    apprentice explains repair test procedure for the component
    apprentice documents or provides through explanation of documentation procedures
    apprentice provides an accurate description of repair procedure including references and tools required to repair or replace the component
    apprentice complies with safety precautions at each phase of the troubleshooting process
    apprentice describes the safety hazards related to the operation of hydraulic components

  5. Remove construct and install conductors and connectors
    Assessment Strategies
    removing connectors and conductors
    installing connectors and conductors
    given manufacturers technical publications
    Criteria
    apprentice identifies symbols for connectors and conductors without error
    apprentice describes the use of different types of conductors and connectors for a given system
    apprentices constructs and installs conductors that meet manufacturer specifications when completed
    apprentice explains the install procedure for each type of common hydraulic connectors and conductors

  6. Repair hydraulic components
    Assessment Strategies
    using references used in the field
    rebuilding a component
    replacing a seal on a hydraulic component
    replacing a packing on a hydraulic component
    replacing a gasket on a hydraulic component
    Criteria
    apprentice installs the seal, gasket, or packing on a component that meets the checklist provided by the instructor
    apprentice differentiates between seals, packings, and gaskets without error
    apprentice selects proper lubricant or no lubricant - as required
    hydraulic component does not leak, or leaks within tolerance after servicing
    hydraulic component functions according to specifications after servicing

  7. Select hydraulic fluids
    Assessment Strategies
    selecting fluid for a specific hydraulic system
    differentiating between several different types of fluids
    provided manufacturers technical references for various types of fluids
    Criteria
    apprentice selects the correct fluid every time
    apprentice determines that the fluid is fresh
    apprentice identifies contaminated fluid every time
    apprentice uses procedures to avoid contamination

  8. Perform preventive maintenance on hydraulic systems
    Assessment Strategies
    using references used in the field
    completing a typical Preventative Maintenance (PM) task for a common hydraulic system component
    Criteria
    apprentice lists the steps to be performed for general maintenance of each hydraulic system component
    apprentice lists the steps to be performed for general maintenance of the hydraulic system as a whole
    apprentice specifies how to deal with the lock out tag out and system interlocks, etc.
    apprentice completes inspection, servicing, testing and reconditioning tasks
    apprentice identifies the frequency of the tasks ie., (daily, every other day, weekly, monthly, yearly, etc.)
    apprentice follows the manufacturer's recommended maintenance requirements