MECH 1142 Mechanical Systems II
Description
Credits
3
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
Topics to be Covered
1. Pascal’s Law
2. Bernoulli’s Principle and Bernoulli’s Theorem
3. Energy transition through fluid
4. Torque, Pressure and Velocity
5. Pressure in series/parallel circuits
6. Force, Work, and Power
7. Flow
8. Pressure drop
9. Directional, flow and pressure control devices
10. Hydraulic pumps, motors, and cylinders
Learning Outcomes
1. Address safety issues related to hydraulics systems
2. Identify different components of a hydraulic system.
3. Describe hydraulic principles.
4. Discuss Pascal’s Law, Bernoulli’s Principle and Bernoulli’s Theorem.
5. Apply calculations and equations to basic hydraulics.
6. Utilize hydraulic symbols and schematics.
Credit Details
Lecture: 3
Lab: 0
OJT: 0
MnTC Goal Area(s): None