Jul 11, 2025  
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Course/Program Inventory

IMS 1040 - Pneumatics



Clock Hours: 25

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Course Description:
The goal of the course is to introduce to the student how to operate, install, and troubleshoot basic pneumatic systems that are used in industrial applications.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

  1. Introduction to Pneumatic Power Systems
    1. Define Pneumatics
    2. Define Pneumatic pressure.
    3. Describe the function and operation of a pressure regulator and filter and what is the schematic symbol.
    4. Connect and adjust a regulator.
    5. Describe the function and operation of a single and a double acting cylinder.
    6. Describe the function of a DCV.
    7. Learn to read Pneumatic schematics.
  2. Principles of Pneumatic Pressure and Flow
    1. Define and apply Pascal’s Law.
    2. Define and apply Boyle’s Law
    3. Measure delta P.
    4. Explain how pressure is distributed in a Pneumatic system.
    5. Learn and apply the operation and function of a relief valve, check valve, and flow control circuits.
    6. Learn the operation of meter-in and meter-out flow control circuits.
    7. Connect and operate a meter-in and meter-out flow control circuit.