Hydraulics and Pneumatics Fundamentals

Learning objectives:

  • Describe the basic principles of fluid dynamics.
  • State the relationship between force, pressure, and area.
  • List and describe the major components of a hydraulic system.
  • Identify the symbols used to identify hydraulic components in a schematic.
  • List and describe the major components of a pneumatic system.
  • Identify the symbols used to identify pneumatic components in a schematic.