Fundamentals of Fluid Power - Pneumatics/Hydraulics

This pneumatic training certification covers the use of compressed air for control and signaling. It provides a comprehensive overview of compressors, storage, dryers, distribution, and the design, construction, and operation of various actuators, valves, and ancillary equipment. Relevant ISO symbols are introduced and included in circuit diagrams. This certification ensures competence in the safe operation and maintenance of one of the most common automation elements in industry. Topics include safety practices for working with pneumatic systems, basic design principles for creating pneumatic systems, Pascal and Boyle's Laws, structure, function and application of single-acting and double-acting cylinders, calculating basic parameters, direct and indirect actuation, application and function of 3/2 and 5/2-way valves, methods of actuation of directional control valves, analyzing circuits, options for pressure measurement, pressure-dependent control systems, distinguishing flow control, logic operations (AND/OR/NOT), function and application of limit switches, time delay valves, realizing oscillating movement, and economic considerations of using pneumatic components.