Student Objectives

 After completing this course the student should be able to:

1.	Demonstrate the ability to solve fluid power problems involving the relationships between flow, power, speed, & pressure. (1.1, 1.2: a, b, f)
2.	Demonstrate understanding of application of the conservation of energy equation to fluid power systems. (1.1, 1.2: a, b, f)
3.	Demonstrate understanding of pumps, actuators, hydraulic transmissions, and efficiency. (1.1: a, b, f)
4.	Describe the purpose and operation of pneumatic and hydraulic components. (1.1: a, b, f)
5.	Design, draw, and test simple hydraulic and pneumatic circuits. (1.1: c, d)f
6.	Design fluid power systems with off the shelf components. (1.1: d, f)
7.	Identify opportunities for lifelong learning through various certifications. 2.2, 2.4: h)
8.	Understand, use, and  program PLC automation with pneumatic circuits.

Grading Policy:

90-100 A   Distribution   80-89 B 3 tests 75% 70-79 C   Homework & Quizzes 10% 60-69 D   Lab Exercises 15% 0-59 F   Total 100%

Homework is due the first Tuesday after it is assigned. Homework will not be accepted if it is submitted late unless prior arrangements have been made. Not all homework will be collected and graded. All work (Homework, Tests, Lab reports, and quizzes) will be graded on clarity of communication, neatness, spelling, grammar, timeliness, adherence to instructions, and accuracy.  No partial credit will be given unless equations are shown.
 

If you are a student with a documented disability who will require accommodations in this course, please register with the Coordinator of Services for Students with Disabilities in the Student Support Services Office located in the Student Union and Library Building (SUL), Room 341, phone numbers:  219-989-2455, 219-989-2454 (voice/TTY) or 219-989-2920.

Ethics are an integral part of being a student and a professional.  Academic integrity is the hallmark of this University.  Therefore, Purdue University Calumet has adopted an Honor Code to which all Purdue University Calumet Students must adhere: "I understand that academic dishonesty will not be tolerated at Purdue University Calumet.  I am here to learn.  Through learning, I will strive to become a better person and a more valuable contributor to society.  I understand that dishonesty in the classroom, through cheating, plagiarism or other dishonest acts, defeats this purpose and disgraces the mission and quality of a Purdue University Calumet education.  Therefore, I make the following pledge:  'In accordance with the honor code, I will not engage in dishonesty in my academic activities, and I will not tolerate such dishonesty by other students.'" Violations of the Honor Code WILL result in a failing grade on the assignment with the strong possibility of course failure and the strong possibility of referral to the Office of the Dean of Students for a conduct sanction (see Purdue University Calumet’s student Handbook).   

WebCT Vista will be used for multiple choice questions and the required course evaluation / assessment. 

The student handbook states "Students are expected to attend every meeting of the classes in which they are enrolled. At the beginning of a semester, all instructors should make a statement to each of their classes regarding the handling of unavoidable absences. All matters relative to such absences, including making up of work missed, shall be arranged by the student and instructor involved. A student who is absent may be denied credit for work missed."  The policy for this course is that unavoidable absences may be made up by arrangement with the instructor.  Excessive absences may be referred to the Office of the Dean of Students or his designee who can administratively drop the student.  Students are responsible for dropping courses to avoid a failing grade before the drop deadline which is Friday of the 12th week of the semester (Nov. 20^th) by 4:30 PM.  No instructor or advisor permission or signature is required. See the Academic/Registration Calendar from the Office of the Registrar for the exact date.

SME Applied Science Questions

Old FPS Hydraulic Specialist Manual

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